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The EastWest Institute is a global think-and-do tank that devises innovative solutions to pressing security concerns and mobilizes networks of individuals, institutions and nations to implement these solutions.

We are currently looking for a volunteer for the Parliamentarians Network for Conflict Prevention, within the Preventive Diplomacy Initiatives Department. The volunteer will be part of a small, dynamic team and will be required to work independently, on different communications, research and administrative tasks. The successful candidate will be able to convey complex ideas in concise and interesting ways; they are proficient in the creative use of social and other forms of media; and they have a deep interest in galvanizing support around issues of conflict prevention.

This volunteer position is an excellent opportunity to gain first-hand experience in working with an NGO on conflict prevention, as well as having practical training in various aspects of project support and communications management.

Key Responsibilities:

Specific duties include:

Develop communications materials for the website and newsletter including editorials, interviews, etc;
Assist staff with membership management through outreach to Network members in almost 60 countries;
Provide research and background materials;
Assist in the maintenance of project databases and update project financials;
Other tasks as assigned.

Necessary Experience:

Only candidates with prior experience in communications, journalism and media (developing communications strategies, designing newsletters, writing articles, engaging in interviews, etc.) will be considered. Candidates with exceptional experience in public relations or marketing may be considered on a case by case basis.
Fluency in English is a must, other languages (French and Spanish) are a strongly preferred advantage;

Qualifications:

Desirable Qualifications:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Student enrolled in a relevant graduate degree program or a recent graduate from a bachelors or masters program with maximum one year after completing his/her studies;
Good understanding and demonstrated interest in journalism, media studies, international relations, public policy, and/or political science;
Experience working with a diversity of stakeholders;
Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced, dynamic environment;
Pro-active; highly motivated, flexible, and able to efficiently handle multiple tasks;
Creative thinker, able to think ‘outside the box’;
PC literate (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook);

If you meet all of the mentioned criteria, please submit your resume and a cover letter that clearly states how your interests and qualifications suit this position, along with your availability, no later than April 30, 2011. Strong preference will be given to candidates available to begin immediately.

Internships at the Unrepresented Nations and Peoples Organization, Brussels and The Hague (The Netherlands). Deadline: 2 May 2011

The Unrepresented Nations and Peoples Organization (UNPO) is an international membership organization working in the field of human rights, self-determination, indigenous issues, democracy and nonviolence. UNPO represents over 50 nations, minorities and indigenous peoples worldwide, and was established in 1991 at the Peace Palace in The Hague. UNPO’s worldwide activities are coordinated and implemented from the organization’s headquarters in The Hague and a regional advocacy office in Brussels.

Students and young professionals from all over the world, with degrees in international relations, political science, international law, development and political/social geography and a range of work experience have undertaken internships at UNPO. Interns are offered a unique work experience, with a wide range of responsibilities in a multicultural environment that uses English as the main working language. Each intern is given the opportunity to develop and implement their academic, organizational, political, and administrative and research skills.

UNPO's current vacancies are listed below.

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Summer 2011 Internships in The Hague International Secretariat and Brussels Advocacy Office

Closing Date: The Hague – April 30 Interviews: May 2 – 6

Closing Date: Brussels – April 30 Interviews: May 2 – 6

Interns are expected to undertake tasks that include the organization of conferences, seminars and other events; the monitoring of United Nations and European Parliament processes (with possible attendance depending on the period of engagement and the aptitude of the intern); the conducting of research on UNPO Members; website management; advocacy and lobbying, project planning and implementation.

Interns are expected to have a mature and flexible attitude, display good time management skills, be able to undertake work independently and conduct accurate research. The internship involves high expectations of the intern, but in turn promises an equally rewarding experience.

Please note that UNPO has a general preference for full-time internships for a duration of a minimum of four months. Starting dates are flexible but please note that the positions are unpaid.

Interns in the Brussels advocacy office are expected to have an understanding of the workings of the European Parliament and European Structures and an eagerness to learn and network.

Intern requirements:

Essential:

Genuine interest in and basic knowledge of minority rights, self-determination, indigenous peoples and human rights.

Proven experience to multitask, work under limited supervision and take initiative under tight deadlines.

Proven experience to run short term, self-directed projects.

Excellent command of oral and written English.

Good knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Sound understanding of the European Parliament and European Institutions for internships in the Brussels office.

Sound understanding of the United Nations Human Rights Council (associated UN mechanisms and tools), for internships in The Hague office.

Availability of minimum 4 months.

Desirable:

Knowledge of the international structures available to assist oppressed or disadvantaged peoples with particular focus on the European Union and the United Nations.

Working knowledge of other UN/EU languages and/or languages of our Members.

Knowledge of website management

Excellent writing style – academic and journalistic

Knowledge of office management

Experience in project proposal development and fundraising.

If you are interested in undertaking this internship at UNPO:

1. Please send an application in one email that includes the following:

Cover Letter (1 page only) addressed to UNPO General Secretary Mr. Marino Busdachin

Curriculum Vitae (2 pages only)

The names and contact details for 2 references

Writing Sample (essay/extract of maximum 1000 words in English)

2. Mark the email subject line: “Internship Application: YOUR NAME”

3. Indicate clearly in your cover letter the time period you would be available for an internship placement.

4.Send one application to either hagueinternships@unpo.org or brusselsinternships@unpo.org, based on your preference. If you have no preference please state as such, but send your application to only one of the above email addresses.

Due to large numbers of applications, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Please note that rolling applications may be considered.

Thứ Sáu, 22 tháng 4, 2011

UNDP Programme Management Analyst, Sarajevo‏

The Social Inclusion Cluster is organizational parts of UNDP in BiH in charge of implementing projects and activities within the wider social sector in BIH. To that end, the Cluster implements programmes in line with UNDP service lines as foreseen by United Nations Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) and Country Programme Action Plan (CPAP) in BiH.

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Deputy Resident Representative (DRR) or Assistant Resident Representative/Programme ARR(P), the Programme Management Analyst is responsible for management of UNDP programme and overall policy advice within the thematic/sectoral areas assigned. The Programme Management Analyst analyzes political, social and economic trends and leads formulation, management and evaluation of programme activities within his/her portfolio, provides policy advice services in his/her thematic area.

The Programme Management Analyst supervises and leads programme staff and coordinates activities of the projects' staff and also acts as a secondary supervisor to the Programme Analyst within the Cluster. The Programme Management Analyst works in close collaboration with the operations team, programme staff in other UN Agencies, UNDP HQs staff and Government officials, technical advisors and experts, multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors and civil society ensuring successful UNDP programme implementation.

Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of key functions:

Strategic policy advice in development and implementation of programme strategies.
Implementation of programme strategies.
Management of the Country Office (CO) programme in designated area.
Creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy.
Provision of top quality policy advice services to the Government and facilitation of knowledge building and management .
Overall coordination of the projects within the Cluster.
Substantive contributions to key CO policy, strategy and programme documents.
Knowledge building and management within rural development, local governance and economic growth areas of expertise.
Ensure gender mainstreaming within the Cluster
Provide strategic policy advice in development and implementation of programme strategies focusing on achievement of the following results: focusing on achievement of the following results:

Identification of areas for support and interventions within the thematic/sectoral areas assigned.
CO business processes mapping and programme assurance within the assigned thematic areas.
Liaison regarding programme development with Bratislava Regional Centre and relevant HQ departments in coordination with Senior Management .
Supports inclusion of BiH in UNDP regional projects and multi-agency projects.
Ensures implementation of programme strategies focusing on achievement of the following results:

Identification of areas for support and interventions within the thematic/sectoral areas assigned.
CO business processes mapping and programme assurance within the assigned thematic areas.
Liaison regarding programme development with Bratislava Regional Centre and relevant HQ departments in coordination with Senior Management.
Supports inclusion of BiH in UNDP regional projects and multi-agency projects.
Ensures effective management of the CO programme resources, processes and staff within the thematic/sectoral areas assigned focusing on quality control from formulation to implementation of the country programme achieving the following results:

Effective application of Result-based Management (RBM) tools, establishment of management targets (BSC) and monitoring achievement of results.
Design and formulation of CO programme within the area of responsibility, translating UNDP's priorities into local interventions. Coordination of programme implementation with the executing agencies. Introduction of performance indicators/ success criteria, cost recovery, targets and milestones.
Initiation of a project, presentation of the project to Project Appraisal Committee (PAC), ensuring project managed in Atlas finalization of contribution agreement; determination of required revisions; coordination of the mandatory and budget re-phasing exercises, closure of projects through review. Function at Manager Level 1 in Atlas for Purchase Order (POs) and vouchers approval, and participate in recruitment for projects.
With support of Programme Associate, ensure financial and substantive monitoring and evaluation of the projects, identification of operational and financial problems, development of solutions. Participation in audit of National Execution (NEX) projects if applicable.
Ensure on a monthly basis the following inputs for review and discussion of the Senior Management Team: list of the activities, expenditures and results achieved during the previous month as compared to the work plan for each project within the Cluster.
Follow up on audit recommendations. Ensure that reports are regularly prepared on programme activities, outputs and outcomes, including preparation of donor reports.
Appraise programme staff at the same level and below as well as the other staff as delegated by DRR.
Ensures creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy focusing on achievement of the following results:

Development of partnerships with the UN Agencies, International Financial Institutions (IFI's), government institutions, bi-lateral and multi-lateral donors, private sector, civil society in the specific thematic areas based on strategic goals of UNDP, country needs and donors' priorities.
Analysis of information on donors, preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation, identification of opportunities for initiation of new projects, active contribution to the overall office effort in resource mobilization.
Overall coordination of the projects within the Cluster:

Provide strategic inputs for the Country Programme action Plan and other strategic programme documents .
Ensure effective coordination of programme activities within the Cluster.
Ensure substantive synergies and interaction with other clusters/programmes.
Substantive contributions to key CO policy, strategy and programme documents:

Thorough analysis of the political, social and economic situation in the country and preparation of substantive inputs to Common Country Assessment (CCA), United Nations Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF), Country Programme Document (CPD), Country Programme Action Plan (CPAP) and other documents.
Tracking of socio-economic data, provision of periodic analysis of development issues in social sector and drafting of proposals aimed at promoting equitable growth and human development.
Ensure sufficient time for own and cluster members substantive learning and up-dating of knowledge of UNDP processes.
Liaise with Bratislava Regional Centre and relevant HQ departments in support of knowledge development .
Knowledge building and management within rural development, local governance and economic growth areas of expertise:

Take active role in the training activities of cluster and project.
Lead cluster and projects knowledge management activities.
Contribute to the relevant knowledge networks and communities of practice.
Ensure gender mainstreaming within the Cluster:

Ensures gender is effectively mainstreamed throughout the cluster plans and activities, work plans, budgets, reports, researches, analyses and, where specifically relevant, analyzed in detail gender aspects and make recommendations.
Ensure gender equality is mainstreamed throughout team, consultants and staff management activities.
Ensures knowledge on gender equality is incorporated in cluster's knowledge management activities and products.
Competencies
Advocacy/Advancing A Policy-Oriented Agenda
Level 1.2: Preparing information for advocacy

Identifies and communicates relevant information for a variety of audiences for advocating UNDP's mandate
Results-Based Programme Development and Management
Level 1.2: Contributes into results through primary research and analysis
Assesses project performance to identify success factors and incorporates best practices into project work
Researches linkages across programme activities to identify critical points of integration
Monitors specific stages of projects/programme implementation
Analyzes country situation to identify opportunities for project development
Participates in the formulation of project proposals and ensures substantive rigor in the design and application of proven successful approaches and drafts proposals accordingly

Building Strategic Partnerships
Levle 1.2: Maintaining a network of contacts
Maintains an established network of contacts for general information sharing and to remain up-to-date on partnership related issues
Analyzes and selects materials for strengthening strategic alliances with partners and stakeholders
Innovation and Marketing New Approaches
Level 1.2: Enhancing processes or products
Generates new ideas and proposes new, more effective ways of doing things
Documents and analyses innovative strategies/best practices/new approaches

Resource Mobilization for CO
Level 1.2: Providing inputs to resource mobilization strategies
Analyzes information/databases on potential and actual donors
Develops a database of project profiles. Identifies opportunities for project proposals for presentation to donors
Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing
Level 1.2: Basic research and analysis
Generates new ideas and approaches, researches best practices and proposes new, more effective ways of doing things
Documents and analyses innovative strategies and new approaches

Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise
Level 1.2: Fundamental knowledge of own discipline
Understands and applies fundamental concepts and principles of a professional discipline or technical specialty relating to the position
Possesses basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures relating to the position and applies them consistently in work tasks
Strives to keep job knowledge up-to-date through self-directed study and other means of learning
Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments
Demonstrates in-depth understanding and knowledge of the current guidelines and project management tools and utilizes these regularly in work assignments
Global Leadership and Advocacy for UNDP's Goals

Level 1.2: Preparing information for global advocacy
Identifies and communicates relevant information for advocacy for UNDP's goals for a variety of audiences
Identifies and takes advantage of opportunities for advocating for UNDP's mandate
Client Orientation
Level 1.2: Establishing effective client relationships

Researches potential solutions to internal and external client needs and reports back in a timely, succinct and appropriate fashion
Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines
Anticipates client needs and addresses them promptly
Core Competencies:
Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity
Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment
Self-development, initiative-taking
Acting as a team player and facilitating team work
Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively
Creating synergies through self-control
Managing conflict
Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others. Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member.
Informed and transparent decision making
Prince2 training and certification, Results Management Guide (RMG)

Required Skills and Experience
Education:

Master's Degree preferably in the field of socio-economics.
Experience:

5 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in providing management advisory services, hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects.
The expertise and previous experience in the following areas pertinent to social sector are particularly required: (i) Social reforms, (ii) EU Accession process related to Social Inclusion including practical experience in surveys such as Quality of Life etc., (iii) the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.Fluency in the UN and national language of the duty station.
Language:

Fluency in English is a requirement.
Location : Sarajevo, BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA
Application Deadline : 10-May-11
Additional Category Democratic Governance
Type of Contract : Other
Post Level : Other
Languages Required :
English
Starting Date :
(date when the selected candidate is expected to start) 01-Jun-2011
Duration of Initial Contract : one year http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?job_id=23006