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posted_at: 20 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
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Background...
The International Policy Centre (IPC) is responsible for setting a proactive and cohesive policy agenda across IUCN and driving IUCN’s strategic engagement in the global environmental policy arena to enhance the Union’s influence and impact. The Centre’s staff is both located in the Headquarters of IUCN as well as in New York, US, to service the IUCN Observer Mission to the United Nations.
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Background...
The International Policy Centre (IPC) is responsible for setting a proactive and cohesive policy agenda across IUCN and driving IUCN’s strategic engagement in the global environmental policy arena to enhance the Union’s influence and impact. The Centre’s staff is both located in the Headquarters of IUCN as well as in New York, US, to service the IUCN Observer Mission to the United Nations. The Director, IPC, reports directly to the Director General.
As part of the IPC team, the Permanent Observer of IUCN to the United Nations (the Permanent Observer) will be responsible for coordinating IUCN’s work and representation in the United Nations in New York and IUCN’s engagement with the UN system. He/she will support the implementation of the IUCN Programme through targeted policy influencing with the UN agencies and networks.
Job Description
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Permanent Observer will contribute to IUCN’s global policy work, positioning and international visibility efforts for amplifying and scaling up IUCN’s policy and programmatic influence with an emphasis on the United Nations system. More specifically, he/she will be responsible for:
• Providing advice as required to the Director General, the Director, International Policy Centre as well as to IUCN Secretariat leadership on multilateral conservation issues in the framework of the United Nations;
• Acting as IUCN’s representative at the United Nations HQ;
• Coordinating IUCN’s strategic engagement with the United Nations, identifying relevant opportunities for IUCN’s interventions, and guiding IUCN delegations at UN meetings, in particular the yearly sessions of the High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) and the UN General Assembly;
• Supporting the IUCN Secretariat’s efforts to build strategic partnerships and mobilize resources by profiling IUCN in relevant policy dialogues involving Member States, UN agencies and other relevant partners, particularly IUCN Members, and especially in the context of the implementation of the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda;
• Leading the drafting of substantive policy documents – including IUCN submissions to relevant UN processes – as requested by the Director General or the Director IPC;
• Producing short influencing strategies, briefs, analytical materials, and communication products relating to the UN and broader international environmental policy and governance;
• Proactively reaching out to the UN Missions, and IUCN constituencies including Members, Commissions, Secretariat and other networks of relevance to IUCN to promote IUCN’s work and increase the Union’s visibility;
• In line with the above, proactively reaching out to relevant UN agencies including UNEP, UNDP, UN Women, UN DESA, UNICEF, and others like the Office of The UN Secretary General and Deputy Secretary General, as required;
• Supporting and expanding IUCN’s partnerships with New York-based UN Agencies, UN Member States, Missions and other relevant stakeholders;
• In consultation with other Units in IUCN Secretariat and under the guidance of the Director of International Policy Centre, proactively organize events at The United Nations headquarters that will enhance the profile and influence of IUCN;
• In consultation with the Director, International Policy Centre, the Director of the Washington DC Office and the Strategic Partnerships Unit as appropriate, proactively engage with New York based Foundations (including The Rockefeller Foundation, Ford Foundation, etc.) and Missions located at the UN with the aim of mobilizing resources and building strategic partnerships to enhance IUCN’s profile and influence in New York as a major global policy hub;
• Contributing to expanding the profile of IUCN and the importance of conservation in the UN system and public media;
• Keeping abreast of and internally communicate emerging United Nations’ developments, topics, trends and opportunities, particularly at the global level, that are directly relevant to IUCN’s work and mandate;
• Together with the rest of the IPC team, actively contributing to the regular update, maintenance and dissemination of internal procedures for global policy delivery in collaboration with Programmatic Centres and Regions as well as Commissions and other IUCN constituencies as appropriate (e.g. Council);
• Managing/ working closely with junior staff in the IUCN UN Mission, as appropriate; and
• Contributing to IPC’s workplan development as well as reporting.
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COMPETENCIES
• Ability and commitment to act in accordance with the core values of integrity and trust, transparency, professionalism and accountability, equality, inclusiveness, and respect for diversity.
• Proven experience with and knowledge of the United Nations system, its policy processes and expert networks, with demonstrated ability to handle politically and culturally sensitive issues in a diplomatic way.
• Good understanding of global affairs and experience with the workings of the UN, Multilateral Environmental Agreements and governmental and non-governmental institutions.
• Experience in identifying key issues in a complex situation, and consulting, gathering, and analysing relevant information before proposing and implementing decisive actions or recommendations.
Requirements
• Advanced University Degree in a development or relevant social sciences – i.e. political sciences, law, economics, international relations, etc
• 8-10 years’ experience working with/ in the United Nations system with increasing responsibilities in strategic leadership in areas related to international relations, environmental governance, conservation and/or sustainable development.
• Demonstrated experience in resource mobilisation, partnerships, government relations
• Solid knowledge of conservation and sustainable development policy issues as well as the geopolitical, development and multi-stakeholder contexts, and a sound understanding of how these fit into the global context.
• Strong communication skills including verbally and in writing.
• Full fluency in English is essential, French and Spanish (verbal and written) strongly desired.
Application
Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the “Apply” button.
Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT+1 / GMT+2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.
Other job opportunities are published in the IUCN website: http://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs/
About IUCN
IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, private and non-governmental organisations with the knowledge and tools that enable human progress, economic development and nature conservation to take place together.
Created in 1948, IUCN is now the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,300 Member organisations and some 10,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards.
IUCN provides a neutral space in which diverse stakeholders including governments, NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous peoples organisations and others can work together to forge and implement solutions to environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development.
Working with many partners and supporters, IUCN implements a large and diverse portfolio of conservation projects worldwide. Combining the latest science with the traditional knowledge of local communities, these projects work to reverse habitat loss, restore ecosystems and improve people’s well-being.
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Background...
The International Policy Centre (IPC) is responsible for setting a proactive and cohesive policy agenda across IUCN and driving IUCN’s strategic engagement in the global environmental policy arena to enhance the Union’s influence and impact. The Centre’s staff is both located in the Headquarters of IUCN as well as in New York, US, to service the IUCN Observer Mission to the United Nations. The Director, IPC, reports directly to the Director General.
As part of the IPC team, the Permanent Observer of IUCN to the United Nations (the Permanent Observer) will be responsible for coordinating IUCN’s work and representation in the United Nations in New York and IUCN’s engagement with the UN system. He/she will support the implementation of the IUCN Programme through targeted policy influencing with the UN agencies and networks.
Job Description
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Permanent Observer will contribute to IUCN’s global policy work, positioning and international visibility efforts for amplifying and scaling up IUCN’s policy and programmatic influence with an emphasis on the United Nations system. More specifically, he/she will be responsible for:
• Providing advice as required to the Director General, the Director, International Policy Centre as well as to IUCN Secretariat leadership on multilateral conservation issues in the framework of the United Nations;
• Acting as IUCN’s representative at the United Nations HQ;
• Coordinating IUCN’s strategic engagement with the United Nations, identifying relevant opportunities for IUCN’s interventions, and guiding IUCN delegations at UN meetings, in particular the yearly sessions of the High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) and the UN General Assembly;
• Supporting the IUCN Secretariat’s efforts to build strategic partnerships and mobilize resources by profiling IUCN in relevant policy dialogues involving Member States, UN agencies and other relevant partners, particularly IUCN Members, and especially in the context of the implementation of the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda;
• Leading the drafting of substantive policy documents – including IUCN submissions to relevant UN processes – as requested by the Director General or the Director IPC;
• Producing short influencing strategies, briefs, analytical materials, and communication products relating to the UN and broader international environmental policy and governance;
• Proactively reaching out to the UN Missions, and IUCN constituencies including Members, Commissions, Secretariat and other networks of relevance to IUCN to promote IUCN’s work and increase the Union’s visibility;
• In line with the above, proactively reaching out to relevant UN agencies including UNEP, UNDP, UN Women, UN DESA, UNICEF, and others like the Office of The UN Secretary General and Deputy Secretary General, as required;
• Supporting and expanding IUCN’s partnerships with New York-based UN Agencies, UN Member States, Missions and other relevant stakeholders;
• In consultation with other Units in IUCN Secretariat and under the guidance of the Director of International Policy Centre, proactively organize events at The United Nations headquarters that will enhance the profile and influence of IUCN;
• In consultation with the Director, International Policy Centre, the Director of the Washington DC Office and the Strategic Partnerships Unit as appropriate, proactively engage with New York based Foundations (including The Rockefeller Foundation, Ford Foundation, etc.) and Missions located at the UN with the aim of mobilizing resources and building strategic partnerships to enhance IUCN’s profile and influence in New York as a major global policy hub;
• Contributing to expanding the profile of IUCN and the importance of conservation in the UN system and public media;
• Keeping abreast of and internally communicate emerging United Nations’ developments, topics, trends and opportunities, particularly at the global level, that are directly relevant to IUCN’s work and mandate;
• Together with the rest of the IPC team, actively contributing to the regular update, maintenance and dissemination of internal procedures for global policy delivery in collaboration with Programmatic Centres and Regions as well as Commissions and other IUCN constituencies as appropriate (e.g. Council);
• Managing/ working closely with junior staff in the IUCN UN Mission, as appropriate; and
• Contributing to IPC’s workplan development as well as reporting.
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COMPETENCIES
• Ability and commitment to act in accordance with the core values of integrity and trust, transparency, professionalism and accountability, equality, inclusiveness, and respect for diversity.
• Proven experience with and knowledge of the United Nations system, its policy processes and expert networks, with demonstrated ability to handle politically and culturally sensitive issues in a diplomatic way.
• Good understanding of global affairs and experience with the workings of the UN, Multilateral Environmental Agreements and governmental and non-governmental institutions.
• Experience in identifying key issues in a complex situation, and consulting, gathering, and analysing relevant information before proposing and implementing decisive actions or recommendations.
Requirements
• Advanced University Degree in a development or relevant social sciences – i.e. political sciences, law, economics, international relations, etc
• 8-10 years’ experience working with/ in the United Nations system with increasing responsibilities in strategic leadership in areas related to international relations, environmental governance, conservation and/or sustainable development.
• Demonstrated experience in resource mobilisation, partnerships, government relations
• Solid knowledge of conservation and sustainable development policy issues as well as the geopolitical, development and multi-stakeholder contexts, and a sound understanding of how these fit into the global context.
• Strong communication skills including verbally and in writing.
• Full fluency in English is essential, French and Spanish (verbal and written) strongly desired.
Application
Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the “Apply” button.
Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT+1 / GMT+2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.
Other job opportunities are published in the IUCN website: http://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs/
About IUCN
IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, private and non-governmental organisations with the knowledge and tools that enable human progress, economic development and nature conservation to take place together.
Created in 1948, IUCN is now the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,300 Member organisations and some 10,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards.
IUCN provides a neutral space in which diverse stakeholders including governments, NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous peoples organisations and others can work together to forge and implement solutions to environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development.
Working with many partners and supporters, IUCN implements a large and diverse portfolio of conservation projects worldwide. Combining the latest science with the traditional knowledge of local communities, these projects work to reverse habitat loss, restore ecosystems and improve people’s well-being.
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posted_at: 4 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Vacancy #: 6341
Unit: North America Regional Office – Finance
Organisation: International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN...
Location: North America Regional Office, Washington D.C., United States of America
Reporting to: Senior Finance Manager
Work percentage: 100%
Grade: P1
Expected start date: 01 May 2023
Type of contract: Fixed-term (24 months)
Closing date: 26 March 2023
BACKGROUND
The Finance Officer will be responsible for all general
Vacancy #: 6341
Unit: North America Regional Office – Finance
Organisation: International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN...
Location: North America Regional Office, Washington D.C., United States of America
Reporting to: Senior Finance Manager
Work percentage: 100%
Grade: P1
Expected start date: 01 May 2023
Type of contract: Fixed-term (24 months)
Closing date: 26 March 2023
BACKGROUND
The Finance Officer will be responsible for all general finance and accounting, taxation and administrative matters related to IUCN North America Office, Major responsibilities are:
• To ensure the timely recording of monthly transactions in the ERP NAV system in accordance with accepted accounting principles and IUCN policy such that it provides the basis for an efficient financial management and information system.
• To assist Senior Finance Manager to direct and control the administration of all financial, treasury and accounting activities in accordance with IUCN policy and in compliance with fiscal, legal and statutory requirements of the host country.
• To help the Senior Finance Manager provide management with guidance on financial management by assisting in the planning and budgeting for the office’s financial operations and providing the analysis and interpretation of the results for sound management decision and action.
• To provide projects undertaken in the US the appropriate financial support for the efficient and effective project implementation.
• To co-ordinate and provide the required financial information and requirements of the Regional Office and Headquarters.
• Ensure compliance with taxation laws and provide administrative support.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Accounting and reporting
• Review all accounting related transactions (payment vouchers, receipt vouchers, debit and credit notes, staff time invoices, expense claims, credit card expense claims and correcting journal entries) prior to entry into the accounting system.
• Ensure that all balance sheet accounts are reconciled in accordance with IUCN accounting policies and procedures
• Analyse and interpret the country office’s financial statements and project financial reports and recommend courses of action to improve efficiency and economy.
• Review and provide guidance and coaching to staff ensuring accuracy, correctness and completeness of transactions recorded.
• Ensure the timeliness of required financial reports to project managers, donors, Regional Office and IUCN Headquarters as necessary.
• Review and ensure that debit and credit notes are properly invoiced and that the inter-company accounts are regularly reconciled in accordance with IUCN policies
• Prepare periodic report of cost centers, and review their financial performance and give suggestion as required.
• Assist the Senior Finance Manager prepare monthly financial management reports for the North America Office, reviewing these reports with the Program Finance staff.
• Assist implementing partner organizations in setting up appropriate financial systems and procedures to ensure compliance with donor funding requirements.
Treasury and cash management
• Prepare the cash flow projection, and monitor the continued availability of funds to cover the requirements of the North America Office operations and hosted Center Units.
• Review and ensure that disbursements are properly supported with relevant evidential documentation and that they are properly identified into its cost center or project codes.
• Cash and bank balances are reconciled with the records maintained in accordance with IUCN Accounting policies
Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting
• Assist in the planning and budgeting for the North America Office operations and its hosted projects and programs, as required.
• Review and monitor budget performance of the DC Office operations and individual projects and programs and make recommendation to improve performance.
• Provide cost data of the various resource inputs to program personnel to prepare and update Budgets.
• Assist in updating project contract and budget information on the project portal.
• Assist program staff in the preparation of annual project budgets and work plans, and the regular monitoring of actual expenditure against budget.
• Monitor exchange rates and assist program staff in preparing updated annual / total project budgets to adjust for exchange impacts.
Internal Control Environment
• Continuously review the adequacy of internal control to ensure the provision of accurate and timely financial information, protection of assets and adherence to policies, systems and procedures and the smooth and orderly implementation of plans and activities.
• Ensure the Internal Control Systems are in place and are monitored in accordance with IUCN Accounting policies and procedures
Fixed Asset Management
• Ensure the identification and proper inventory of fixed assets of IUCN North America office through the conduct of an annual inventory to determine their location and condition for proper disposition.
• Determine accuracy of deprecation in accordance with IUCN policy and that the assets are adequately protected.
• Liase with the Administration staff to ensure schedules of assets / project equipment are distributed to budget holders (Unit Managers) once a year to assist in verification of existence and condition.
• Prepare requests for approval to dispose of missing, lost, stolen, damaged and obsolete equipment
Payroll
• Ensure that the systems and procedures are in place to enable accurate preparation and disbursement of the payroll in compliance with statutory requirements.
• Sign off on the monthly payroll by reviewing and checking the accuracy of amounts to be paid to staff.
Audit
• Assist the Senior Finance Manager in preparing an audit plan for the year, and prepare appropriate plans for each individual audit, including a file for all documents required for the audit. Obtain approvals for each audit in accordance with the Delegation of Authority
• Co-ordinate with the auditors in the external and internal audit of the country office and its component programs and projects. This includes preparation of draft financial statements and necessary notes to the accounts.
• Provide draft responses to the audit management letter, including coordinating input from program, human resources, Administration and other units as necessary, and forward to the Senior Finance Manager for review
• Ensure the closure and resolutions of audit findings.
Program/Project support:
• Project Management Support: Budget, procurement, contracts, donor report, monitoring of budget expenditure and audits
• Develop and ensure the efficient implementation of consistent financial and administration systems and services to Center Units, projects, from concept and proposal development with budget development ensuring proper cost recovery, and
throughout the project cycle management with financial reporting to close-out with project audits as required.
• Provide support and guidance to project managers to ensure consistent application of all IUCN and donors standards related to project preparation during concept and proposal development, and throughout the project cycle to close-out.
• Ensure that all donor contractual requirements in respect to finance and reporting are respected through sound monitoring and oversight, and liaison with donors, implementing partners, IUCN regions and Center Units on financial and administration aspects;
• In conjunction with Centers management and project managers ensure that projects are developed to optimise cost recovery against the different roles and responsibilities through the project management teams;
• Ensure and safeguard timely and efficient donor financial reporting, project audits, etc. Track and follow up on reporting deadlines/submissions with project managers
• Provide support to project audits by collecting requested documents and by responding to requests from the auditors in collaboration with Programme Finance Officers, and regions.
• Support implementing partner processes, including drafting agreements, reviewing reports and entering details into NAV.
• Support the tracking and follow up on reporting deadlines/submissions with project managers
• Support the development and management of internal agreements (IAs), including the drafting of agreements. Work with regional colleagues to ensure a consistent and streamlined approach to the administration and management of internal agreements.
• Support the digital and physical financial and contractual data filing and maintenance through the maintenance of the J Drive, projects files, project reports filing, etc.
Provide support to IUCN HQ and Regions:
• Submit fund requests and financial reports to US Federal Government Agencies.
• Maintain SAM annual renewals.
Carry out any other relevant task required by, and mutually agreed with, the line manager.
• *The above job description contains the main duties and responsibilities for this position. However, in a small organization such as IUCN, staff members are expected to show flexibility in their approach to work and be willing to undertake other tasks that are reasonably allocated to them but which are not part of their regular job description. Where any task becomes a regular part of an employee's responsibilities, the job description will be changed in consultation with the employee and the Human Resources Management Group.**
REQUIREMENTS
• Minimum 5 years post qualification experience in progressively senior finance or operations roles
• Practical experience of using and updating financial systems
• Good communication skills
• Hands-on mentality, result driven and team player
• Strong written and spoken English
• Ability to work and function in multicultural and multidisciplinary environment
• Experience in programme/project financial management, including contract management and budget management
• Experience with management and donor reporting - knowledge of donor guidelines and reporting requirements
• Experience in process improvement and systems development, and practical experience with integrated financial systems and ERPs.
APPLICATIONS
Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.
Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT+1 / GMT+2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.
Other job opportunities are published in the IUCN website: http://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs/
About IUCN
IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, private and non-governmental organisations with the knowledge and tools that enable human progress, economic development and nature conservation to take place together.
Created in 1948, IUCN is now the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,300 Member organisations and some 10,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards.
IUCN provides a neutral space in which diverse stakeholders including governments, NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous peoples organisations and others can work together to forge and implement solutions to environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development.
Working with many partners and supporters, IUCN implements a large and diverse portfolio of conservation projects worldwide. Combining the latest science with the traditional knowledge of local communities, these projects work to reverse habitat loss, restore ecosystems and improve people’s well-being.
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Unit: North America Regional Office – Finance
Organisation: International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN...
Location: North America Regional Office, Washington D.C., United States of America
Reporting to: Senior Finance Manager
Work percentage: 100%
Grade: P1
Expected start date: 01 May 2023
Type of contract: Fixed-term (24 months)
Closing date: 26 March 2023
BACKGROUND
The Finance Officer will be responsible for all general finance and accounting, taxation and administrative matters related to IUCN North America Office, Major responsibilities are:
• To ensure the timely recording of monthly transactions in the ERP NAV system in accordance with accepted accounting principles and IUCN policy such that it provides the basis for an efficient financial management and information system.
• To assist Senior Finance Manager to direct and control the administration of all financial, treasury and accounting activities in accordance with IUCN policy and in compliance with fiscal, legal and statutory requirements of the host country.
• To help the Senior Finance Manager provide management with guidance on financial management by assisting in the planning and budgeting for the office’s financial operations and providing the analysis and interpretation of the results for sound management decision and action.
• To provide projects undertaken in the US the appropriate financial support for the efficient and effective project implementation.
• To co-ordinate and provide the required financial information and requirements of the Regional Office and Headquarters.
• Ensure compliance with taxation laws and provide administrative support.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Accounting and reporting
• Review all accounting related transactions (payment vouchers, receipt vouchers, debit and credit notes, staff time invoices, expense claims, credit card expense claims and correcting journal entries) prior to entry into the accounting system.
• Ensure that all balance sheet accounts are reconciled in accordance with IUCN accounting policies and procedures
• Analyse and interpret the country office’s financial statements and project financial reports and recommend courses of action to improve efficiency and economy.
• Review and provide guidance and coaching to staff ensuring accuracy, correctness and completeness of transactions recorded.
• Ensure the timeliness of required financial reports to project managers, donors, Regional Office and IUCN Headquarters as necessary.
• Review and ensure that debit and credit notes are properly invoiced and that the inter-company accounts are regularly reconciled in accordance with IUCN policies
• Prepare periodic report of cost centers, and review their financial performance and give suggestion as required.
• Assist the Senior Finance Manager prepare monthly financial management reports for the North America Office, reviewing these reports with the Program Finance staff.
• Assist implementing partner organizations in setting up appropriate financial systems and procedures to ensure compliance with donor funding requirements.
Treasury and cash management
• Prepare the cash flow projection, and monitor the continued availability of funds to cover the requirements of the North America Office operations and hosted Center Units.
• Review and ensure that disbursements are properly supported with relevant evidential documentation and that they are properly identified into its cost center or project codes.
• Cash and bank balances are reconciled with the records maintained in accordance with IUCN Accounting policies
Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting
• Assist in the planning and budgeting for the North America Office operations and its hosted projects and programs, as required.
• Review and monitor budget performance of the DC Office operations and individual projects and programs and make recommendation to improve performance.
• Provide cost data of the various resource inputs to program personnel to prepare and update Budgets.
• Assist in updating project contract and budget information on the project portal.
• Assist program staff in the preparation of annual project budgets and work plans, and the regular monitoring of actual expenditure against budget.
• Monitor exchange rates and assist program staff in preparing updated annual / total project budgets to adjust for exchange impacts.
Internal Control Environment
• Continuously review the adequacy of internal control to ensure the provision of accurate and timely financial information, protection of assets and adherence to policies, systems and procedures and the smooth and orderly implementation of plans and activities.
• Ensure the Internal Control Systems are in place and are monitored in accordance with IUCN Accounting policies and procedures
Fixed Asset Management
• Ensure the identification and proper inventory of fixed assets of IUCN North America office through the conduct of an annual inventory to determine their location and condition for proper disposition.
• Determine accuracy of deprecation in accordance with IUCN policy and that the assets are adequately protected.
• Liase with the Administration staff to ensure schedules of assets / project equipment are distributed to budget holders (Unit Managers) once a year to assist in verification of existence and condition.
• Prepare requests for approval to dispose of missing, lost, stolen, damaged and obsolete equipment
Payroll
• Ensure that the systems and procedures are in place to enable accurate preparation and disbursement of the payroll in compliance with statutory requirements.
• Sign off on the monthly payroll by reviewing and checking the accuracy of amounts to be paid to staff.
Audit
• Assist the Senior Finance Manager in preparing an audit plan for the year, and prepare appropriate plans for each individual audit, including a file for all documents required for the audit. Obtain approvals for each audit in accordance with the Delegation of Authority
• Co-ordinate with the auditors in the external and internal audit of the country office and its component programs and projects. This includes preparation of draft financial statements and necessary notes to the accounts.
• Provide draft responses to the audit management letter, including coordinating input from program, human resources, Administration and other units as necessary, and forward to the Senior Finance Manager for review
• Ensure the closure and resolutions of audit findings.
Program/Project support:
• Project Management Support: Budget, procurement, contracts, donor report, monitoring of budget expenditure and audits
• Develop and ensure the efficient implementation of consistent financial and administration systems and services to Center Units, projects, from concept and proposal development with budget development ensuring proper cost recovery, and
throughout the project cycle management with financial reporting to close-out with project audits as required.
• Provide support and guidance to project managers to ensure consistent application of all IUCN and donors standards related to project preparation during concept and proposal development, and throughout the project cycle to close-out.
• Ensure that all donor contractual requirements in respect to finance and reporting are respected through sound monitoring and oversight, and liaison with donors, implementing partners, IUCN regions and Center Units on financial and administration aspects;
• In conjunction with Centers management and project managers ensure that projects are developed to optimise cost recovery against the different roles and responsibilities through the project management teams;
• Ensure and safeguard timely and efficient donor financial reporting, project audits, etc. Track and follow up on reporting deadlines/submissions with project managers
• Provide support to project audits by collecting requested documents and by responding to requests from the auditors in collaboration with Programme Finance Officers, and regions.
• Support implementing partner processes, including drafting agreements, reviewing reports and entering details into NAV.
• Support the tracking and follow up on reporting deadlines/submissions with project managers
• Support the development and management of internal agreements (IAs), including the drafting of agreements. Work with regional colleagues to ensure a consistent and streamlined approach to the administration and management of internal agreements.
• Support the digital and physical financial and contractual data filing and maintenance through the maintenance of the J Drive, projects files, project reports filing, etc.
Provide support to IUCN HQ and Regions:
• Submit fund requests and financial reports to US Federal Government Agencies.
• Maintain SAM annual renewals.
Carry out any other relevant task required by, and mutually agreed with, the line manager.
• *The above job description contains the main duties and responsibilities for this position. However, in a small organization such as IUCN, staff members are expected to show flexibility in their approach to work and be willing to undertake other tasks that are reasonably allocated to them but which are not part of their regular job description. Where any task becomes a regular part of an employee's responsibilities, the job description will be changed in consultation with the employee and the Human Resources Management Group.**
REQUIREMENTS
• Minimum 5 years post qualification experience in progressively senior finance or operations roles
• Practical experience of using and updating financial systems
• Good communication skills
• Hands-on mentality, result driven and team player
• Strong written and spoken English
• Ability to work and function in multicultural and multidisciplinary environment
• Experience in programme/project financial management, including contract management and budget management
• Experience with management and donor reporting - knowledge of donor guidelines and reporting requirements
• Experience in process improvement and systems development, and practical experience with integrated financial systems and ERPs.
APPLICATIONS
Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.
Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT+1 / GMT+2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.
Other job opportunities are published in the IUCN website: http://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs/
About IUCN
IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, private and non-governmental organisations with the knowledge and tools that enable human progress, economic development and nature conservation to take place together.
Created in 1948, IUCN is now the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,300 Member organisations and some 10,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards.
IUCN provides a neutral space in which diverse stakeholders including governments, NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous peoples organisations and others can work together to forge and implement solutions to environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development.
Working with many partners and supporters, IUCN implements a large and diverse portfolio of conservation projects worldwide. Combining the latest science with the traditional knowledge of local communities, these projects work to reverse habitat loss, restore ecosystems and improve people’s well-being.
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schedule_type: Full-time
Project Coordinator
Vacancy ...
5874
Unit:
West Asia - Drylands, Livelihoods and Gender
Organisation:
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Location:
Regional Office for West Asia, Amman, Jordan
Reporting to:
Programme Manager, Dry land, Livelihoods and Gender
Work percentage:
100%
Grade:
P1
Expected start date:
01 February 2022
Type of contract:
Fixed-term (11 months with possibility of renewal)
Closing date:
12 February
Project Coordinator
Vacancy ...
5874
Unit:
West Asia - Drylands, Livelihoods and Gender
Organisation:
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Location:
Regional Office for West Asia, Amman, Jordan
Reporting to:
Programme Manager, Dry land, Livelihoods and Gender
Work percentage:
100%
Grade:
P1
Expected start date:
01 February 2022
Type of contract:
Fixed-term (11 months with possibility of renewal)
Closing date:
12 February 2022
BACKGROUND
JOB DESCRIPTION
RESPONSIBILITY
Assist the Programme Manager in managing the programme implementation to a high standard, supporting the development of the projects locally and regionally and embedding it within Dry Land Programme.
The Project Coordinator reports directly to the Dry Land Programme Manager, while interfacing with other programme managers, project coordinators, finance, admin and communications staff of ROWA.
The Project Coordinator is responsible for the preparation of work-plans, budgets and progress reports, ensuring quality, deadlines and submission to the donors through the Line Manager.
The PC is based in Amman and will be required to travel to project sites and other locations at least 30% of the time.
SPECIFIC TASKS
• Support the Programme Manager in the conceptual and methodological guidance of the IUCN Regional Dry Land Programme;
• Under the supervision of the programme manager HelShe will contribute to the development of and support the implementation of the projects within the Regional Dry Land Programme;
• Assist in the establishment and management of the regional, national and local networks.
• Ensure with guidance from the programme manager that each stakeholder fulfill their responsibilities in the field according to the work plans.
• Together with the core team and senior staff of partners, develop projects’ plans, methodology and guidelines that ensure that the field level interventions are planned and executed effectively and efficiently via a sustainable and replicable model.
• Under the supervision of the programmed manager he/she will make sure that all contractual obligations to the donors are met.
• Working with the PM to make sure that the projects are linked and contributing fully to ROWA’s strategy and the regional programme.
• Support the programme projects in designing and oversee the implementation of the pilot projects activities in the field.
• Accordingly, prepare the pilot projects work plans, budgets and technical progress reports and present them to the Programme Manager to be edited and reviewed.
• Helping the programme to supervise the work of the sub-contractor and ensuring deliverables are received on time.
• Support the programme to identifying new opportunities: projects, partners, approaches, and donors.
• Developing concept papers and proposals for fund raising under the supervision of the PM.
• Networking with the PM for the submission of proposals (donors, ministries and other relevant organizations).
• Participate as part of the IUCN team in development of the Strategic plans;
• Represent IUCN and network with other organizations on behalf of IUCN;
• Performing any other duties as requested by the line manager.
REQUIREMENTS
Competencies:
• Knowledge and experience of Dry land, natural resource management and rangelands , especially in a developing country context.
• Ability to deal with a range of partners and stakeholders, including protected area managers, international agencies, NGO staff and programme managers, government counterparts.
• Strong analytical ability and capacity to assess evidence and information and prioritize key elements from a case study.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to share best practice, trends, knowledge and lessons learned across units and among partners and target audiences.
Experience and skills:
• A relevant degree, preferably in agricultural, biodiversity or natural resources or equivalent.
• 3-5 years’ experience in project implementation and financial tracking, preferably with IUCN or other similar organization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, including ability to communicate complex issues to a wide-range of audiences.
• Ability to work independently on complex tasks on tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team player within and across teams.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment in an international setting.
REQUIREMENTS
APPLICATIONS
Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.
Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT 1 / GMT 2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.
Other job opportunities are published in the IUCN website: http://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs/
About IUCN
IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, private and non-governmental organisations with the knowledge and tools that enable human progress, economic development and nature conservation to take place together.
Created in 1948, IUCN is now the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,300 Member organisations and some 10,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards.
IUCN provides a neutral space in which diverse stakeholders including governments, NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous peoples organisations and others can work together to forge and implement solutions to environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development.
Working with many partners and supporters, IUCN implements a large and diverse portfolio of conservation projects worldwide. Combining the latest science with the traditional knowledge of local communities, these projects work to reverse habitat loss, restore ecosystems and improve people’s well-being.
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Vacancy ...
5874
Unit:
West Asia - Drylands, Livelihoods and Gender
Organisation:
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Location:
Regional Office for West Asia, Amman, Jordan
Reporting to:
Programme Manager, Dry land, Livelihoods and Gender
Work percentage:
100%
Grade:
P1
Expected start date:
01 February 2022
Type of contract:
Fixed-term (11 months with possibility of renewal)
Closing date:
12 February 2022
BACKGROUND
JOB DESCRIPTION
RESPONSIBILITY
Assist the Programme Manager in managing the programme implementation to a high standard, supporting the development of the projects locally and regionally and embedding it within Dry Land Programme.
The Project Coordinator reports directly to the Dry Land Programme Manager, while interfacing with other programme managers, project coordinators, finance, admin and communications staff of ROWA.
The Project Coordinator is responsible for the preparation of work-plans, budgets and progress reports, ensuring quality, deadlines and submission to the donors through the Line Manager.
The PC is based in Amman and will be required to travel to project sites and other locations at least 30% of the time.
SPECIFIC TASKS
• Support the Programme Manager in the conceptual and methodological guidance of the IUCN Regional Dry Land Programme;
• Under the supervision of the programme manager HelShe will contribute to the development of and support the implementation of the projects within the Regional Dry Land Programme;
• Assist in the establishment and management of the regional, national and local networks.
• Ensure with guidance from the programme manager that each stakeholder fulfill their responsibilities in the field according to the work plans.
• Together with the core team and senior staff of partners, develop projects’ plans, methodology and guidelines that ensure that the field level interventions are planned and executed effectively and efficiently via a sustainable and replicable model.
• Under the supervision of the programmed manager he/she will make sure that all contractual obligations to the donors are met.
• Working with the PM to make sure that the projects are linked and contributing fully to ROWA’s strategy and the regional programme.
• Support the programme projects in designing and oversee the implementation of the pilot projects activities in the field.
• Accordingly, prepare the pilot projects work plans, budgets and technical progress reports and present them to the Programme Manager to be edited and reviewed.
• Helping the programme to supervise the work of the sub-contractor and ensuring deliverables are received on time.
• Support the programme to identifying new opportunities: projects, partners, approaches, and donors.
• Developing concept papers and proposals for fund raising under the supervision of the PM.
• Networking with the PM for the submission of proposals (donors, ministries and other relevant organizations).
• Participate as part of the IUCN team in development of the Strategic plans;
• Represent IUCN and network with other organizations on behalf of IUCN;
• Performing any other duties as requested by the line manager.
REQUIREMENTS
Competencies:
• Knowledge and experience of Dry land, natural resource management and rangelands , especially in a developing country context.
• Ability to deal with a range of partners and stakeholders, including protected area managers, international agencies, NGO staff and programme managers, government counterparts.
• Strong analytical ability and capacity to assess evidence and information and prioritize key elements from a case study.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to share best practice, trends, knowledge and lessons learned across units and among partners and target audiences.
Experience and skills:
• A relevant degree, preferably in agricultural, biodiversity or natural resources or equivalent.
• 3-5 years’ experience in project implementation and financial tracking, preferably with IUCN or other similar organization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, including ability to communicate complex issues to a wide-range of audiences.
• Ability to work independently on complex tasks on tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team player within and across teams.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment in an international setting.
REQUIREMENTS
APPLICATIONS
Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.
Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT 1 / GMT 2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.
Other job opportunities are published in the IUCN website: http://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs/
About IUCN
IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, private and non-governmental organisations with the knowledge and tools that enable human progress, economic development and nature conservation to take place together.
Created in 1948, IUCN is now the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,300 Member organisations and some 10,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards.
IUCN provides a neutral space in which diverse stakeholders including governments, NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous peoples organisations and others can work together to forge and implement solutions to environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development.
Working with many partners and supporters, IUCN implements a large and diverse portfolio of conservation projects worldwide. Combining the latest science with the traditional knowledge of local communities, these projects work to reverse habitat loss, restore ecosystems and improve people’s well-being.
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schedule_type: Full-time
RISE Support Programme Officer
Vacancy ...
6253
Unit:
Human Rights in conservation
Organisation:
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Location:
North America Regional Office, Washington D.C., United States of America
Reporting to:
Senior Programme Officer, Gender
Work percentage:
100%
Grade:
P1
Expected start date:
15 February 2023
Type of contract:
Fixed-term (12 months)
Closing date:
09 January 2023
BACKGROUND
With a
RISE Support Programme Officer
Vacancy ...
6253
Unit:
Human Rights in conservation
Organisation:
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Location:
North America Regional Office, Washington D.C., United States of America
Reporting to:
Senior Programme Officer, Gender
Work percentage:
100%
Grade:
P1
Expected start date:
15 February 2023
Type of contract:
Fixed-term (12 months)
Closing date:
09 January 2023
BACKGROUND
With a comprehensive rights-based framework underpinning its conservation and sustainable development efforts, IUCN recognizes that protecting and promoting women’s rights and advancing gender equality, including through women’s empowerment, and addressing gender-based violence, are not only globally agreed imperatives in their own rights but fundamental to meeting its mission. The Human Rights in Conservation team spearheads efforts to drive and support gender-responsive actions across the Union, with members and through a wide array of projects and partnerships, including a 15-year programme with USAID called AGENT - Advancing Gender in the Environment.
Recognizing women as agents of change and the value of diverse knowledge, experiences and capacities of women and men alike, AGENT envisions a world that approaches environmental work at all levels with gender-responsive policy and action. One key area of work under AGENT is understanding and addressing Gender-based Violence and Environment linkages (GBV-ENV) and facilitating the GBV-ENV Center. In 2022, IUCN, through AGENT and the GBV-ENV Center, launched the RISE Grants Challenge, which supports projects focused on addressing GBV-ENV linkages. RISE grantees and other key partners and stakeholders, including IUCN’s membership, participate in a community of mutual learning and enhanced capacity. The Center leverages learning to influence broader policy, programming and institutional strategies and goals: for example, GBV-ENV research and learning infuses rights-based, gender-responsive, socially inclusive positions, guidance and advancements in key environmental decision-making processes (i.e., UNFCCC and CBD), while the Center also collaborates with varied members and partners to improve institutional tools and capacities in environmental organizations and networks to mitigate, prevent and respond to GBV. In the period ahead, significant focus will also be on building leadership and investment from donors and other partners to address this topic.
The Programme Officer will be chiefly responsible for supporting the Senior Gender Programme Officer/RISE Manager with RISE implementation and launching an anticipated yearly call for RISE grants challenge applications. This position will work hand in hand with the Senior Gender Programme Officer and AGENT managers, programme officers, consultant advisors, and other key colleagues, including administrative, operations, M&E, comms, and other units, as well as Regional and Country offices in relation to grant making and RISE implementation. The position requires monitoring and evaluation, reporting, and grant-making experience in relation to gender and gender-based violence programmes. Exceptional writing and editing skills are also required.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Grant management support
• Support grant-making procedures in close coordination with the Senior Gender Programme Officer/RISE Manager and in accordance with IUCN policies and requirements
• Provide guidance and support to RISE applicants through a two part application phase, reviewing Expressions of Interest, and supporting proposal development
• Support the set-up of RISE grants challenge review structures, developing and reviewing training materials and evaluating results
• Support grantee contracting processes, including supporting the set-up of granting structures, and coordination with finance and procurement colleagues
• Support the development of a RISE Communications, Outreach, and Engagement Strategy to elevate RISE learning and foster engagement.
• Contribute to RISE reporting and learning documents, including donor reports to ensure compliance with key programme indicators and objectives
• Conduct RISE grantee evaluations and produce learning reports to evaluate the impact of RISE and the overall effectiveness of the program strategy
• Provide project assistance on regular M&E, including updating and reporting on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), developing a tracking tool, and supporting RISE grantees with M&E – working in coordination with HQ and Regional MEL advisors and colleagues
• Support the RISE manager to maintain accurate project data in the IUCN Programme and Project Portal and project-specific data and monitoring tool(s)
• Support with coordinating and facilitating RISE grants challenge events such as peer learning calls, webinars, summits, trainings, and outreach etc.
• Contribute to donor and partner mapping and engagement, preparing communications materials, and developing concept notes and strategies related to external engagement
• Contribute to regular team communications, reporting, and other efforts as needed
Project support
• As required, travel to project sites to provide on-site support to RISE grantees
• Support grantee learning opportunities, including but not limited to supporting tailored training and capacity building through RISE learning series sessions
• Support the writing and development of knowledge products for RISE in conjunction with the GBV-ENV Centre
REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as social sciences, international development/relations, environmental specific fields, human rights, and/or gender studies.
• The position requires at least 3 year of monitoring and evaluation, reporting, and grant-making experience in relation to gender and/or gender-based violence programmes and/or conservation programmes.
• Bilingual fluency: exceptional English language skills (e.g., writing, editing, oral communications) as a primary working language, with a second working fluency also needed (Spanish or French very highly preferred).
• Outstanding ability to multi-task, juggle competing priorities, and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-culturally, with sensitivity, diplomacy and kindness
• Good working knowledge of IUCN, its mission and members; previous working experience with IUCN or IUCN members or commissions an asset.
• Experience working with USAID or another major donor, in particular for example to shepherd processes and adhere to approvals requirements, highly preferred
• Ability to work effectively in both in-office and from-home settings; be based in Washington, DC; potentially travel to project sites; and work flexibly to accommodate coordination across time zones.
• Tenacity, sense of humor, and personal passion for human rights, gender equality, and environmental sustainability are highly desirable traits
SALARY
The gross annual salary for this position is between USD 59'642 and USD 74'553. While this is an indicative amount effective as of the current date, changes may occur as per IUCN's compensation practices without prior notice. The same applies to other organisations hosted by IUCN.
APPLICATIONS
Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.
Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT 1 / GMT 2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.
Other job opportunities are published in the IUCN website: http://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs/
About IUCN
IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, private and non-governmental organisations with the knowledge and tools that enable human progress, economic development and nature conservation to take place together.
Created in 1948, IUCN is now the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,300 Member organisations and some 10,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards.
IUCN provides a neutral space in which diverse stakeholders including governments, NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous peoples organisations and others can work together to forge and implement solutions to environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development.
Working with many partners and supporters, IUCN implements a large and diverse portfolio of conservation projects worldwide. Combining the latest science with the traditional knowledge of local communities, these projects work to reverse habitat loss, restore ecosystems and improve people’s well-being.
www.iucn.org
https://twitter.com/IUCN Show more details...
Vacancy ...
6253
Unit:
Human Rights in conservation
Organisation:
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Location:
North America Regional Office, Washington D.C., United States of America
Reporting to:
Senior Programme Officer, Gender
Work percentage:
100%
Grade:
P1
Expected start date:
15 February 2023
Type of contract:
Fixed-term (12 months)
Closing date:
09 January 2023
BACKGROUND
With a comprehensive rights-based framework underpinning its conservation and sustainable development efforts, IUCN recognizes that protecting and promoting women’s rights and advancing gender equality, including through women’s empowerment, and addressing gender-based violence, are not only globally agreed imperatives in their own rights but fundamental to meeting its mission. The Human Rights in Conservation team spearheads efforts to drive and support gender-responsive actions across the Union, with members and through a wide array of projects and partnerships, including a 15-year programme with USAID called AGENT - Advancing Gender in the Environment.
Recognizing women as agents of change and the value of diverse knowledge, experiences and capacities of women and men alike, AGENT envisions a world that approaches environmental work at all levels with gender-responsive policy and action. One key area of work under AGENT is understanding and addressing Gender-based Violence and Environment linkages (GBV-ENV) and facilitating the GBV-ENV Center. In 2022, IUCN, through AGENT and the GBV-ENV Center, launched the RISE Grants Challenge, which supports projects focused on addressing GBV-ENV linkages. RISE grantees and other key partners and stakeholders, including IUCN’s membership, participate in a community of mutual learning and enhanced capacity. The Center leverages learning to influence broader policy, programming and institutional strategies and goals: for example, GBV-ENV research and learning infuses rights-based, gender-responsive, socially inclusive positions, guidance and advancements in key environmental decision-making processes (i.e., UNFCCC and CBD), while the Center also collaborates with varied members and partners to improve institutional tools and capacities in environmental organizations and networks to mitigate, prevent and respond to GBV. In the period ahead, significant focus will also be on building leadership and investment from donors and other partners to address this topic.
The Programme Officer will be chiefly responsible for supporting the Senior Gender Programme Officer/RISE Manager with RISE implementation and launching an anticipated yearly call for RISE grants challenge applications. This position will work hand in hand with the Senior Gender Programme Officer and AGENT managers, programme officers, consultant advisors, and other key colleagues, including administrative, operations, M&E, comms, and other units, as well as Regional and Country offices in relation to grant making and RISE implementation. The position requires monitoring and evaluation, reporting, and grant-making experience in relation to gender and gender-based violence programmes. Exceptional writing and editing skills are also required.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Grant management support
• Support grant-making procedures in close coordination with the Senior Gender Programme Officer/RISE Manager and in accordance with IUCN policies and requirements
• Provide guidance and support to RISE applicants through a two part application phase, reviewing Expressions of Interest, and supporting proposal development
• Support the set-up of RISE grants challenge review structures, developing and reviewing training materials and evaluating results
• Support grantee contracting processes, including supporting the set-up of granting structures, and coordination with finance and procurement colleagues
• Support the development of a RISE Communications, Outreach, and Engagement Strategy to elevate RISE learning and foster engagement.
• Contribute to RISE reporting and learning documents, including donor reports to ensure compliance with key programme indicators and objectives
• Conduct RISE grantee evaluations and produce learning reports to evaluate the impact of RISE and the overall effectiveness of the program strategy
• Provide project assistance on regular M&E, including updating and reporting on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), developing a tracking tool, and supporting RISE grantees with M&E – working in coordination with HQ and Regional MEL advisors and colleagues
• Support the RISE manager to maintain accurate project data in the IUCN Programme and Project Portal and project-specific data and monitoring tool(s)
• Support with coordinating and facilitating RISE grants challenge events such as peer learning calls, webinars, summits, trainings, and outreach etc.
• Contribute to donor and partner mapping and engagement, preparing communications materials, and developing concept notes and strategies related to external engagement
• Contribute to regular team communications, reporting, and other efforts as needed
Project support
• As required, travel to project sites to provide on-site support to RISE grantees
• Support grantee learning opportunities, including but not limited to supporting tailored training and capacity building through RISE learning series sessions
• Support the writing and development of knowledge products for RISE in conjunction with the GBV-ENV Centre
REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as social sciences, international development/relations, environmental specific fields, human rights, and/or gender studies.
• The position requires at least 3 year of monitoring and evaluation, reporting, and grant-making experience in relation to gender and/or gender-based violence programmes and/or conservation programmes.
• Bilingual fluency: exceptional English language skills (e.g., writing, editing, oral communications) as a primary working language, with a second working fluency also needed (Spanish or French very highly preferred).
• Outstanding ability to multi-task, juggle competing priorities, and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-culturally, with sensitivity, diplomacy and kindness
• Good working knowledge of IUCN, its mission and members; previous working experience with IUCN or IUCN members or commissions an asset.
• Experience working with USAID or another major donor, in particular for example to shepherd processes and adhere to approvals requirements, highly preferred
• Ability to work effectively in both in-office and from-home settings; be based in Washington, DC; potentially travel to project sites; and work flexibly to accommodate coordination across time zones.
• Tenacity, sense of humor, and personal passion for human rights, gender equality, and environmental sustainability are highly desirable traits
SALARY
The gross annual salary for this position is between USD 59'642 and USD 74'553. While this is an indicative amount effective as of the current date, changes may occur as per IUCN's compensation practices without prior notice. The same applies to other organisations hosted by IUCN.
APPLICATIONS
Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.
Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT 1 / GMT 2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.
Other job opportunities are published in the IUCN website: http://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs/
About IUCN
IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, private and non-governmental organisations with the knowledge and tools that enable human progress, economic development and nature conservation to take place together.
Created in 1948, IUCN is now the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,300 Member organisations and some 10,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards.
IUCN provides a neutral space in which diverse stakeholders including governments, NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous peoples organisations and others can work together to forge and implement solutions to environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development.
Working with many partners and supporters, IUCN implements a large and diverse portfolio of conservation projects worldwide. Combining the latest science with the traditional knowledge of local communities, these projects work to reverse habitat loss, restore ecosystems and improve people’s well-being.
www.iucn.org
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schedule_type: Full-time
Regional Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Manager
Vacancy ...
5974
Unit:
West Asia - Corporate Unit
Organisation:
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Location:
Regional Office for West Asia, Amman, Jordan
Reporting to:
Regional Director - West Asia
Work percentage:
100%
Grade:
SP
Expected start date:
01 June 2022
Type of contract:
Max-term (24 months with possibility of renewal)
Closing date:
20 May 2022
BACKGROUND
IUCN
Regional Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Manager
Vacancy ...
5974
Unit:
West Asia - Corporate Unit
Organisation:
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Location:
Regional Office for West Asia, Amman, Jordan
Reporting to:
Regional Director - West Asia
Work percentage:
100%
Grade:
SP
Expected start date:
01 June 2022
Type of contract:
Max-term (24 months with possibility of renewal)
Closing date:
20 May 2022
BACKGROUND
IUCN is a membership Union composed of both government and civil society organisations. IUCN’s mission is to influence, encourage and assist societies throughout the world to conserve the integrity and diversity of nature and to ensure that any use of natural resources is equitable and ecologically sustainable. It harnesses the experience, resources and reach of its more than 1,300 Member organisations and the input of more than 16,000 experts. IUCN is the global authority on the status of the natural world and the measures needed to safeguard it. The IUCN Secretariat has offices located all around the world and is headquartered in Gland, Switzerland.
Every four years, the IUCN membership adopts a quadrennial Programme that guides the work of the Union, especially that of the IUCN Secretariat. The Secretariat implements the IUCN Programme through a growing portfolio of over 400 projects across the world that are designed to respond to country, donor, and IUCN priorities. For the IUCN Programme 2021-2024, IUCN intends to increase its performance, results management, and operational efficiency, by enhancing and harmonizing the monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) function across the organization.
To achieve these enhancements to the institution’s performance management, IUCN is hiring a Regional MEL Manager for the Regional Office West Asia Region. He/she will lead the regional implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the new institutional processes, performance frameworks and standards, and data management system upgrades. This senior position will contribute to the region’s leadership in strategic performance management and assurance, implement the new global institutional standards in the region, oversee quality assurance for the Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS) , and grow MEL capabilities in the region. This person will play a key role in improving IUCN’s MEL systems, practices and culture, promoting regional and global exchange of knowledge, lessons learned and best practices and therefore seeks a profile with strong MEL subject-matter expertise and experience and aptitude in managing change.
JOB DESCRIPTION
COMPLIANCE WITH THE DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY
The Regional Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Manager position is expected to comply with the IUCN Delegation of Authority (DoA) current at any particular time, and the sub-delegations issued thereof. Such compliance must be exercised with due diligence and regard for the letter, spirit and purpose of the DoA.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
As the regional lead for planning, monitoring and evaluation work, this position has overall responsibility for MEL function in the region and the quality of MEL outputs in the regional portfolio. He/she will participate in the region’s management team to contribute to steering the performance and assurance of the programme and portfolio of projects implemented in the region and ensuring quality in the design and development of the portfolio.
He/she will also lead the regional implementation of institutional MEL policies, practices and systems in the region. As a focal point for the PPME function, this position is expected to liaise with the global PPME Unit (and regional leads in portfolio/programme management, HR, Finance, Legal, and IT) to collaboratively build the Secretariat’s MEL capabilities in the region with regards to relevant policies, processes, practices and systems.
This position provides subject matter expertise in MEL to support programme and projects implemented in the region from design to closure. She/he will provide functional line management to MEL officers, contribute to the recruitment, onboarding and training of MEL officers, and will manage project evaluations.
This position will report to and work closely with the Regional Director and will support the development and implementation of the regional portfolio of projects.
SPECIFIC DUTIES
Regional portfolio planning, monitoring, reporting, risk and performance
Lead, coordinate and assure the planning, monitoring, evaluation, learning and risk management functions in the region, specifically:
• Coordinate regional input from project and programme managers to institutional Annual Cycle of planning, monitoring and reporting (for both unrestricted and restricted funding).
• Develop and implement regional performance measurement framework, aligned to Secretariat performance framework.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of regional performance criteria to steer a strategic and effective portfolio (pipeline management).
• Track, monitor and evaluate regional project portfolio implementation in the IUCN Programme and Project Portal and through any tools used in the region (e.g. Smartsheet).
• Develop and ensure adequacy of regional evaluation framework in consultation with the Regional Programme Coordinator (or equivalent) and maintain the register of evaluations.
• Support project and programme evaluations, including: advise on evaluation ToRs and evaluation management, ensure projects comply with the IUCN Monitoring and Evaluation Policy requirements for evaluation.
• Facilitate learning across the portfolio by applying international best practices to enable adaptive management and organisational learning and participating in regional and global exchanges.
• Support resource mobilization efforts for MEL in the region, through the provision of subject-matter expertise on MEL requirements, and by ensuring projects are designed with performance frameworks, meet ESMS standards, and budget appropriately for MEL staff time and activities (implementation of the project costing framework).
Institutional MEL applied in the region
a) Institutional annual cycle (planning, monitoring and reporting)
b) Project Guidelines and Standards (PGS), including Project Appraisal and Approval System (PAAS)
c) Programme and Project Portal (project data forms and project workflows that control project status)
d) Enterprise Risks Management Policy and internal control framework
e) Independent evaluation function
f) Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS): oversee ESMS quality assurance, supported by the ESMS Coordinator at HQ.
o Manage evaluations for projects including facilitating appropriate feedback on draft reports, compliance with the IUCN M&E Policy, and facilitating the preparation of management responses.
o Lead and participate in project supervision missions.
Supervise and build capacity for project MEL
To enhance project management for results delivery, supervise project MEL officers and support project managers with MEL and risk management:
IUCN standards and expectations for MEL within projects include:
o Development of the MEL components of the project proposal aligned to IUCN Programme and indicators (theory of change, results framework, e.g. logframe, and budget for MEL activities and staff time).
o Development and timely implementation of the project MEL plan.
o Reporting to donors against project results framework and indicators.
o Institutional reporting against IUCN indicators.
o Facilitating adaptive management and learning throughout the project.
o Finalizing and closing projects according to IUCN requirements.
o Plan for required independent project evaluations, including contributing to ToR development and evaluation management when required.
Please Note: The above TORs contain the main responsibilities and duties of this position. However in an ever evolving organisation such as IUCN staff members are expected to show flexibility in their approach to work and be willing to undertake other tasks that are reasonably allocated to them but which are not part of their regular TORs. Where any task becomes a regular part of staff member’s responsibilities, the TORs should be changed in consultation between the manager, the staff member and the HR Unit. Any one of the three may initiate the consultation.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in environmental studies, biodiversity conservation, natural resource management, planning, management or social sciences, economics, public policy or management engineering, or a related subject matter, business administration, etc.
• At least 8 years of experience in programme and project performance management, with specific experience required in MEL of at least 5 years.
• Proven experience with the implementation of institutional performance and assurance approaches and systems.
• Knowledge of the application of environmental and social safeguards, working experience in this area a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in results measurement methods and management in conservation, development or other relevant sectors.
• Demonstrated experience designing, implementing and managing complex, multi-country, multi-partner and multi-sectors projects in conservation, development or other relevant sectors in the region.
• Experience with leading bilateral and multilateral donor funded projects is an asset.
• Excellent organization and communication skills with a proven ability to engage across levels of an organization and across geographies.
• Experience with change management and the people skills to build a culture of accountability and learning.
• Excellent group facilitation skills and experience with application of monitoring and evaluation methodologies
• Ability to deliver analytical reports to facilitate management decision-making.
• Proficiency in data management and analysis, with strong statistical skills highly desirable
• Proficiency with data management software and tools, project management software or tools (e.g. Smartsheet, Kobo toolbox, etc), SQL and other related tools highly desirable.
• Experience with institutional knowledge management and learning is an asset.
• Capacity to work collaboratively within a diverse team.
• Fluency in both Arabic & English.
REQUIREMENTS
APPLICATIONS
Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.
Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT 1 / GMT 2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.
Other job opportunities are published in the IUCN website: http://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs/
About IUCN
IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, private and non-governmental organisations with the knowledge and tools that enable human progress, economic development and nature conservation to take place together.
Created in 1948, IUCN is now the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,300 Member organisations and some 10,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards.
IUCN provides a neutral space in which diverse stakeholders including governments, NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous peoples organisations and others can work together to forge and implement solutions to environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development.
Working with many partners and supporters, IUCN implements a large and diverse portfolio of conservation projects worldwide. Combining the latest science with the traditional knowledge of local communities, these projects work to reverse habitat loss, restore ecosystems and improve people’s well-being.
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Vacancy ...
5974
Unit:
West Asia - Corporate Unit
Organisation:
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Location:
Regional Office for West Asia, Amman, Jordan
Reporting to:
Regional Director - West Asia
Work percentage:
100%
Grade:
SP
Expected start date:
01 June 2022
Type of contract:
Max-term (24 months with possibility of renewal)
Closing date:
20 May 2022
BACKGROUND
IUCN is a membership Union composed of both government and civil society organisations. IUCN’s mission is to influence, encourage and assist societies throughout the world to conserve the integrity and diversity of nature and to ensure that any use of natural resources is equitable and ecologically sustainable. It harnesses the experience, resources and reach of its more than 1,300 Member organisations and the input of more than 16,000 experts. IUCN is the global authority on the status of the natural world and the measures needed to safeguard it. The IUCN Secretariat has offices located all around the world and is headquartered in Gland, Switzerland.
Every four years, the IUCN membership adopts a quadrennial Programme that guides the work of the Union, especially that of the IUCN Secretariat. The Secretariat implements the IUCN Programme through a growing portfolio of over 400 projects across the world that are designed to respond to country, donor, and IUCN priorities. For the IUCN Programme 2021-2024, IUCN intends to increase its performance, results management, and operational efficiency, by enhancing and harmonizing the monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) function across the organization.
To achieve these enhancements to the institution’s performance management, IUCN is hiring a Regional MEL Manager for the Regional Office West Asia Region. He/she will lead the regional implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the new institutional processes, performance frameworks and standards, and data management system upgrades. This senior position will contribute to the region’s leadership in strategic performance management and assurance, implement the new global institutional standards in the region, oversee quality assurance for the Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS) , and grow MEL capabilities in the region. This person will play a key role in improving IUCN’s MEL systems, practices and culture, promoting regional and global exchange of knowledge, lessons learned and best practices and therefore seeks a profile with strong MEL subject-matter expertise and experience and aptitude in managing change.
JOB DESCRIPTION
COMPLIANCE WITH THE DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY
The Regional Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Manager position is expected to comply with the IUCN Delegation of Authority (DoA) current at any particular time, and the sub-delegations issued thereof. Such compliance must be exercised with due diligence and regard for the letter, spirit and purpose of the DoA.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
As the regional lead for planning, monitoring and evaluation work, this position has overall responsibility for MEL function in the region and the quality of MEL outputs in the regional portfolio. He/she will participate in the region’s management team to contribute to steering the performance and assurance of the programme and portfolio of projects implemented in the region and ensuring quality in the design and development of the portfolio.
He/she will also lead the regional implementation of institutional MEL policies, practices and systems in the region. As a focal point for the PPME function, this position is expected to liaise with the global PPME Unit (and regional leads in portfolio/programme management, HR, Finance, Legal, and IT) to collaboratively build the Secretariat’s MEL capabilities in the region with regards to relevant policies, processes, practices and systems.
This position provides subject matter expertise in MEL to support programme and projects implemented in the region from design to closure. She/he will provide functional line management to MEL officers, contribute to the recruitment, onboarding and training of MEL officers, and will manage project evaluations.
This position will report to and work closely with the Regional Director and will support the development and implementation of the regional portfolio of projects.
SPECIFIC DUTIES
Regional portfolio planning, monitoring, reporting, risk and performance
Lead, coordinate and assure the planning, monitoring, evaluation, learning and risk management functions in the region, specifically:
• Coordinate regional input from project and programme managers to institutional Annual Cycle of planning, monitoring and reporting (for both unrestricted and restricted funding).
• Develop and implement regional performance measurement framework, aligned to Secretariat performance framework.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of regional performance criteria to steer a strategic and effective portfolio (pipeline management).
• Track, monitor and evaluate regional project portfolio implementation in the IUCN Programme and Project Portal and through any tools used in the region (e.g. Smartsheet).
• Develop and ensure adequacy of regional evaluation framework in consultation with the Regional Programme Coordinator (or equivalent) and maintain the register of evaluations.
• Support project and programme evaluations, including: advise on evaluation ToRs and evaluation management, ensure projects comply with the IUCN Monitoring and Evaluation Policy requirements for evaluation.
• Facilitate learning across the portfolio by applying international best practices to enable adaptive management and organisational learning and participating in regional and global exchanges.
• Support resource mobilization efforts for MEL in the region, through the provision of subject-matter expertise on MEL requirements, and by ensuring projects are designed with performance frameworks, meet ESMS standards, and budget appropriately for MEL staff time and activities (implementation of the project costing framework).
Institutional MEL applied in the region
a) Institutional annual cycle (planning, monitoring and reporting)
b) Project Guidelines and Standards (PGS), including Project Appraisal and Approval System (PAAS)
c) Programme and Project Portal (project data forms and project workflows that control project status)
d) Enterprise Risks Management Policy and internal control framework
e) Independent evaluation function
f) Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS): oversee ESMS quality assurance, supported by the ESMS Coordinator at HQ.
o Manage evaluations for projects including facilitating appropriate feedback on draft reports, compliance with the IUCN M&E Policy, and facilitating the preparation of management responses.
o Lead and participate in project supervision missions.
Supervise and build capacity for project MEL
To enhance project management for results delivery, supervise project MEL officers and support project managers with MEL and risk management:
IUCN standards and expectations for MEL within projects include:
o Development of the MEL components of the project proposal aligned to IUCN Programme and indicators (theory of change, results framework, e.g. logframe, and budget for MEL activities and staff time).
o Development and timely implementation of the project MEL plan.
o Reporting to donors against project results framework and indicators.
o Institutional reporting against IUCN indicators.
o Facilitating adaptive management and learning throughout the project.
o Finalizing and closing projects according to IUCN requirements.
o Plan for required independent project evaluations, including contributing to ToR development and evaluation management when required.
Please Note: The above TORs contain the main responsibilities and duties of this position. However in an ever evolving organisation such as IUCN staff members are expected to show flexibility in their approach to work and be willing to undertake other tasks that are reasonably allocated to them but which are not part of their regular TORs. Where any task becomes a regular part of staff member’s responsibilities, the TORs should be changed in consultation between the manager, the staff member and the HR Unit. Any one of the three may initiate the consultation.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in environmental studies, biodiversity conservation, natural resource management, planning, management or social sciences, economics, public policy or management engineering, or a related subject matter, business administration, etc.
• At least 8 years of experience in programme and project performance management, with specific experience required in MEL of at least 5 years.
• Proven experience with the implementation of institutional performance and assurance approaches and systems.
• Knowledge of the application of environmental and social safeguards, working experience in this area a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in results measurement methods and management in conservation, development or other relevant sectors.
• Demonstrated experience designing, implementing and managing complex, multi-country, multi-partner and multi-sectors projects in conservation, development or other relevant sectors in the region.
• Experience with leading bilateral and multilateral donor funded projects is an asset.
• Excellent organization and communication skills with a proven ability to engage across levels of an organization and across geographies.
• Experience with change management and the people skills to build a culture of accountability and learning.
• Excellent group facilitation skills and experience with application of monitoring and evaluation methodologies
• Ability to deliver analytical reports to facilitate management decision-making.
• Proficiency in data management and analysis, with strong statistical skills highly desirable
• Proficiency with data management software and tools, project management software or tools (e.g. Smartsheet, Kobo toolbox, etc), SQL and other related tools highly desirable.
• Experience with institutional knowledge management and learning is an asset.
• Capacity to work collaboratively within a diverse team.
• Fluency in both Arabic & English.
REQUIREMENTS
APPLICATIONS
Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.
Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT 1 / GMT 2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.
Other job opportunities are published in the IUCN website: http://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs/
About IUCN
IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, private and non-governmental organisations with the knowledge and tools that enable human progress, economic development and nature conservation to take place together.
Created in 1948, IUCN is now the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,300 Member organisations and some 10,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards.
IUCN provides a neutral space in which diverse stakeholders including governments, NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous peoples organisations and others can work together to forge and implement solutions to environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development.
Working with many partners and supporters, IUCN implements a large and diverse portfolio of conservation projects worldwide. Combining the latest science with the traditional knowledge of local communities, these projects work to reverse habitat loss, restore ecosystems and improve people’s well-being.
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Head, Human Rights in Conservation Team
Vacancy ...
5991
Unit:
Human Rights in conservation
Organisation:
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Location:
North America Regional Office, Washington D.C., United States of America
Reporting to:
Director, IUCN Centre for Society and Governance
Work percentage:
100%
Grade:
M1
Expected start date:
01 June 2022
Type of contract:
Fixed-term (12 months with possibility of renewal)
Closing
Head, Human Rights in Conservation Team
Vacancy ...
5991
Unit:
Human Rights in conservation
Organisation:
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Location:
North America Regional Office, Washington D.C., United States of America
Reporting to:
Director, IUCN Centre for Society and Governance
Work percentage:
100%
Grade:
M1
Expected start date:
01 June 2022
Type of contract:
Fixed-term (12 months with possibility of renewal)
Closing date:
30 May 2022
BACKGROUND
The Head of the IUCN Human Rights in Conservation Team is responsible for developing and delivering the IUCN Programme in respect of governance and rights issues, globally. As the leader of a team in the Centre for Society and Governance, the Head is expected to cooperate with the other global teams in the Centre to contribute to and deliver the Centre’s Business Plan, and with all other global teams in the other three Centers to deliver a coherent and aligned thematic programme of activities.
The Head is the coordinator of IUCN’s global work on governance and rights, which includes natural resource governance, human rights, gender equity, as well as indigenous peoples’ rights and engagement. In this regard, the Head is responsible for developing and maintaining a well-defined strategic focus supported by a sustainable project portfolio that draws on the capacities of the other Centers, and is executed globally together with the regions, IUCN Commissions and Members. The Head is responsible for the project pipeline that secures the resources to maintain staff capacity, and for efficient and effective management of projects and partnerships led by the team in accordance with the relevant contracts and agreements, including technical and financial reporting.
The Head is responsible for planning, budgeting and financial management that achieves full cost recovery, and generates surplus revenues that supports the overall management of the Centre, and allows for innovative investment in portfolio growth and income.
The Head is responsible for the recruitment, management and supervision of all staff to carry out their assigned duties, and to development the team and the individual staff to reach their potential through mentorship and support.
The Head is also responsible for upholding IUCN policies, maintaining a current awareness of relevant policies for specify theme at the international and regional level, contributing towards IUCN’s policy positions on relevant subjects, and ensuring that the project portfolio is instrumental in making the case for relevant policies and translating public policy into public funding and conservation outcomes. The Head coordinates communications on specify theme for the Union, supporting and representing the Director General, IUCN Members and liaising with the relevant IUCN Commissions.
JOB DESCRIPTION
SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS AND DELIVERABLES
• Act as IUCN’s senior thematic focal point on all human rights and environmental governance related issues and coordinate with all other programme units and regions to ensure a coherent and consistent approach to applying IUCN norms and standards across the organisation, and to providing authoritative advice to the Union, its Members and external audiences.
• Contribute to the Centre’s leadership and business plan.
• Develop the overall programme strategy for the team to deliver the IUCN Programme and Vision 2030.
• Liaise with other programme units to integrate functions for programme delivery.
• Coordinate the main flagship programmes of the programme unit.
• Report on progress according to the IUCN Programme Results Framework for relevant programme areas.
• Will be assigned to coordinate a specific thematic hub, specific or strategic initiative, as required.
• Develop a project pipeline based on concepts that match with the objectives and interests of donors and partners.
• Ensure the application of IUCN Project Guidelines and Standards (PGS) and Project Appraisal and Approval (PAAS) procedures.
• Involve all relevant programme units in the Programme Group and regions in the preparation of project proposals.
• Liaise with relevant Commission Groups and with IUCN members and partners, to involve them in programme and project development and implementation.
• Identify innovative approaches to programme delivery, investment and revenue generation for the use of unrestricted funds.
• Prepare annual work plans and budgets.
• Undertake procurement in accordance with IUCN Delegation of Authority.
• Monitor programme implementation and expenditure for all projects in the programme unit portfolio.
• Ensure that all technical and financial reports are prepared in accordance with contracts.
• Ensure the complementarity and efficiency of projects in the portfolio, meeting the timelines for delivery of technical and financial reports.
• Allocate staff capacity to deliver the projects and programme objectives and ensure strategic growth of the staff complement and its sustainability.
• Plan and recruit staff capacity to deliver the programme and projects.
• Supervise and coordinate the leads for each thematic programme area in the team.
• Support and develop the relevant staff to perform their functions individually and collectively.
• Build capacity of staff to develop fundable projects that support and expand their work.
• Ensure application of Conditions of Service and other HR policies.
• Maintain a current awareness of relevant international, regional and national policies for the theme.
• Support the development of IUCN’s policy engagement in relevant arenas, in coordination with the International Policy Unit, and with the input of relevant Commission experts.
• Coordinate the monitoring of implementation and reporting on the resolutions and recommendations of the World Conservation Congress that are the responsibility of the unit.
• Represent IUCN and the Director General on thematic policy and communications functions.
• Prepare and implement a communication strategy through relevant media, including publications
• Ensure that knowledge and learning across the programme portfolio are communicated internally across programme units and externally.
The above job description contains the main duties and responsibilities for this position. However, in a small organization such as IUCN, staff members are expected to show flexibility in their approach to work and be willing to undertake other tasks that are reasonably allocated to them but which are not part of their regular job description. Where any task becomes a regular part of an employee's responsibilities, the job description will be changed in consultation with the employee and the Human Resources Management Group.
SECTION B. COMPETENCIES
• A commitment to nature conservation and sustainable use.
• Ability to provide inspiration and strategic direction.
• Unimpeachable integrity as evidenced by behaviour, communication style and way of handling ambiguous or difficult situations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and lead the work of the Secretariat with diverse skills, personalities, and backgrounds.
• Proven ability to effectively delegate, empower and motivate staff and others.
• Experience developing teams and individuals and effectively leading improvement and change.
• Clear commitment to fostering a culture of high performance and accountability, demonstrated in the ability to manage by results, differentiate performance and assertively give feedback and take decisive action when necessary.
• Demonstrated ability to both plan and act, keeping the staff focused on priorities.
• Demonstrated experience in the selection, coaching and appraisal of staff.
• Demonstrated experience building teams diverse in gender, nationality and background to achieve business results.
• A well-developed sense of managerial self-awareness with an ability to proactively manage individual strengths and weaknesses (including one’s own) and understand how these influence the team’s performance.
• Demonstrated experience and achievements in organizational, financial and personnel management, and in decision-making.
• A commitment to embrace and co-own institutional change processes
• Proven experience in maintaining and nurturing expert networks with demonstrated ability to handle politically and culturally sensitive issues.
• Maintain a positive work environment that facilitates collaboration and information sharing and is conducive to attracting, retaining, and motivating diverse talent.
• Good understanding of world affairs and experience with the workings of Multilateral Environmental Agreements and governmental and non-governmental institutions.
• Recognition among peers in terms of leadership and understanding of social science related issues
• Ability and commitment to act in accordance with the core values of integrity, respect for diversity and professionalism as spelled out in IUCN’s Code of Conduct and Professional Ethics.
• Experience in identifying key issues in a complex situation, and consulting, gathering, and analyzing relevant information before proposing and implementing decisive actions or recommendations.
• Well-organized and logical in thought and action.
• Ability to anticipate, assess and manage risk.
REQUIREMENTS
• At least 10 years of experience of proven capacity and skills in leading and managing diverse, multi-stakeholder partnerships and networks involving e.g. government agencies, NGOs, international organizations, development agencies, and scientific and technical bodies.
• At least 10 years of proven experience in managing a large team of professionals, including through a decentralized global network.
• Demonstrated capacity to represent the organisation in global policy discourses. This includes informing and shaping institutional policy positions that are anchored on sound technical understanding of the issues and leveraging new opportunities to expand the organisation’s policy outreach and engagement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, including ability to communicate complex issues to a wide range of audiences. A second language (French, Spanish) is highly desirable.
• Ability to travel frequently
APPLICATIONS
Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.
Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT 1 / GMT 2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.
Other job opportunities are published in the IUCN website: http://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs/
About IUCN
IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, private and non-governmental organisations with the knowledge and tools that enable human progress, economic development and nature conservation to take place together.
Created in 1948, IUCN is now the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,300 Member organisations and some 10,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards.
IUCN provides a neutral space in which diverse stakeholders including governments, NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous peoples organisations and others can work together to forge and implement solutions to environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development.
Working with many partners and supporters, IUCN implements a large and diverse portfolio of conservation projects worldwide. Combining the latest science with the traditional knowledge of local communities, these projects work to reverse habitat loss, restore ecosystems and improve people’s well-being.
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Vacancy ...
5991
Unit:
Human Rights in conservation
Organisation:
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Location:
North America Regional Office, Washington D.C., United States of America
Reporting to:
Director, IUCN Centre for Society and Governance
Work percentage:
100%
Grade:
M1
Expected start date:
01 June 2022
Type of contract:
Fixed-term (12 months with possibility of renewal)
Closing date:
30 May 2022
BACKGROUND
The Head of the IUCN Human Rights in Conservation Team is responsible for developing and delivering the IUCN Programme in respect of governance and rights issues, globally. As the leader of a team in the Centre for Society and Governance, the Head is expected to cooperate with the other global teams in the Centre to contribute to and deliver the Centre’s Business Plan, and with all other global teams in the other three Centers to deliver a coherent and aligned thematic programme of activities.
The Head is the coordinator of IUCN’s global work on governance and rights, which includes natural resource governance, human rights, gender equity, as well as indigenous peoples’ rights and engagement. In this regard, the Head is responsible for developing and maintaining a well-defined strategic focus supported by a sustainable project portfolio that draws on the capacities of the other Centers, and is executed globally together with the regions, IUCN Commissions and Members. The Head is responsible for the project pipeline that secures the resources to maintain staff capacity, and for efficient and effective management of projects and partnerships led by the team in accordance with the relevant contracts and agreements, including technical and financial reporting.
The Head is responsible for planning, budgeting and financial management that achieves full cost recovery, and generates surplus revenues that supports the overall management of the Centre, and allows for innovative investment in portfolio growth and income.
The Head is responsible for the recruitment, management and supervision of all staff to carry out their assigned duties, and to development the team and the individual staff to reach their potential through mentorship and support.
The Head is also responsible for upholding IUCN policies, maintaining a current awareness of relevant policies for specify theme at the international and regional level, contributing towards IUCN’s policy positions on relevant subjects, and ensuring that the project portfolio is instrumental in making the case for relevant policies and translating public policy into public funding and conservation outcomes. The Head coordinates communications on specify theme for the Union, supporting and representing the Director General, IUCN Members and liaising with the relevant IUCN Commissions.
JOB DESCRIPTION
SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS AND DELIVERABLES
• Act as IUCN’s senior thematic focal point on all human rights and environmental governance related issues and coordinate with all other programme units and regions to ensure a coherent and consistent approach to applying IUCN norms and standards across the organisation, and to providing authoritative advice to the Union, its Members and external audiences.
• Contribute to the Centre’s leadership and business plan.
• Develop the overall programme strategy for the team to deliver the IUCN Programme and Vision 2030.
• Liaise with other programme units to integrate functions for programme delivery.
• Coordinate the main flagship programmes of the programme unit.
• Report on progress according to the IUCN Programme Results Framework for relevant programme areas.
• Will be assigned to coordinate a specific thematic hub, specific or strategic initiative, as required.
• Develop a project pipeline based on concepts that match with the objectives and interests of donors and partners.
• Ensure the application of IUCN Project Guidelines and Standards (PGS) and Project Appraisal and Approval (PAAS) procedures.
• Involve all relevant programme units in the Programme Group and regions in the preparation of project proposals.
• Liaise with relevant Commission Groups and with IUCN members and partners, to involve them in programme and project development and implementation.
• Identify innovative approaches to programme delivery, investment and revenue generation for the use of unrestricted funds.
• Prepare annual work plans and budgets.
• Undertake procurement in accordance with IUCN Delegation of Authority.
• Monitor programme implementation and expenditure for all projects in the programme unit portfolio.
• Ensure that all technical and financial reports are prepared in accordance with contracts.
• Ensure the complementarity and efficiency of projects in the portfolio, meeting the timelines for delivery of technical and financial reports.
• Allocate staff capacity to deliver the projects and programme objectives and ensure strategic growth of the staff complement and its sustainability.
• Plan and recruit staff capacity to deliver the programme and projects.
• Supervise and coordinate the leads for each thematic programme area in the team.
• Support and develop the relevant staff to perform their functions individually and collectively.
• Build capacity of staff to develop fundable projects that support and expand their work.
• Ensure application of Conditions of Service and other HR policies.
• Maintain a current awareness of relevant international, regional and national policies for the theme.
• Support the development of IUCN’s policy engagement in relevant arenas, in coordination with the International Policy Unit, and with the input of relevant Commission experts.
• Coordinate the monitoring of implementation and reporting on the resolutions and recommendations of the World Conservation Congress that are the responsibility of the unit.
• Represent IUCN and the Director General on thematic policy and communications functions.
• Prepare and implement a communication strategy through relevant media, including publications
• Ensure that knowledge and learning across the programme portfolio are communicated internally across programme units and externally.
The above job description contains the main duties and responsibilities for this position. However, in a small organization such as IUCN, staff members are expected to show flexibility in their approach to work and be willing to undertake other tasks that are reasonably allocated to them but which are not part of their regular job description. Where any task becomes a regular part of an employee's responsibilities, the job description will be changed in consultation with the employee and the Human Resources Management Group.
SECTION B. COMPETENCIES
• A commitment to nature conservation and sustainable use.
• Ability to provide inspiration and strategic direction.
• Unimpeachable integrity as evidenced by behaviour, communication style and way of handling ambiguous or difficult situations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and lead the work of the Secretariat with diverse skills, personalities, and backgrounds.
• Proven ability to effectively delegate, empower and motivate staff and others.
• Experience developing teams and individuals and effectively leading improvement and change.
• Clear commitment to fostering a culture of high performance and accountability, demonstrated in the ability to manage by results, differentiate performance and assertively give feedback and take decisive action when necessary.
• Demonstrated ability to both plan and act, keeping the staff focused on priorities.
• Demonstrated experience in the selection, coaching and appraisal of staff.
• Demonstrated experience building teams diverse in gender, nationality and background to achieve business results.
• A well-developed sense of managerial self-awareness with an ability to proactively manage individual strengths and weaknesses (including one’s own) and understand how these influence the team’s performance.
• Demonstrated experience and achievements in organizational, financial and personnel management, and in decision-making.
• A commitment to embrace and co-own institutional change processes
• Proven experience in maintaining and nurturing expert networks with demonstrated ability to handle politically and culturally sensitive issues.
• Maintain a positive work environment that facilitates collaboration and information sharing and is conducive to attracting, retaining, and motivating diverse talent.
• Good understanding of world affairs and experience with the workings of Multilateral Environmental Agreements and governmental and non-governmental institutions.
• Recognition among peers in terms of leadership and understanding of social science related issues
• Ability and commitment to act in accordance with the core values of integrity, respect for diversity and professionalism as spelled out in IUCN’s Code of Conduct and Professional Ethics.
• Experience in identifying key issues in a complex situation, and consulting, gathering, and analyzing relevant information before proposing and implementing decisive actions or recommendations.
• Well-organized and logical in thought and action.
• Ability to anticipate, assess and manage risk.
REQUIREMENTS
• At least 10 years of experience of proven capacity and skills in leading and managing diverse, multi-stakeholder partnerships and networks involving e.g. government agencies, NGOs, international organizations, development agencies, and scientific and technical bodies.
• At least 10 years of proven experience in managing a large team of professionals, including through a decentralized global network.
• Demonstrated capacity to represent the organisation in global policy discourses. This includes informing and shaping institutional policy positions that are anchored on sound technical understanding of the issues and leveraging new opportunities to expand the organisation’s policy outreach and engagement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, including ability to communicate complex issues to a wide range of audiences. A second language (French, Spanish) is highly desirable.
• Ability to travel frequently
APPLICATIONS
Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.
Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT 1 / GMT 2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.
Other job opportunities are published in the IUCN website: http://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs/
About IUCN
IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, private and non-governmental organisations with the knowledge and tools that enable human progress, economic development and nature conservation to take place together.
Created in 1948, IUCN is now the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,300 Member organisations and some 10,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards.
IUCN provides a neutral space in which diverse stakeholders including governments, NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous peoples organisations and others can work together to forge and implement solutions to environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development.
Working with many partners and supporters, IUCN implements a large and diverse portfolio of conservation projects worldwide. Combining the latest science with the traditional knowledge of local communities, these projects work to reverse habitat loss, restore ecosystems and improve people’s well-being.
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With a comprehensive rights-based framework underpinning its conservation and sustainable development efforts, IUCN recognises people as the center of its Vision 2030 programme. This includes the protection and promotion of women’s rights and the advancement of gender equality, including through women’s empowerment, are not only globally agreed imperatives in their own right, but fundamental to... meeting its mission. This also includes the recognition
With a comprehensive rights-based framework underpinning its conservation and sustainable development efforts, IUCN recognises people as the center of its Vision 2030 programme. This includes the protection and promotion of women’s rights and the advancement of gender equality, including through women’s empowerment, are not only globally agreed imperatives in their own right, but fundamental to... meeting its mission. This also includes the recognition of Indigenous Peoples as key stakeholders and global leaders in conserving and protecting the environment, and the importance of championing and allying their rights and priorities. The Human Rights in Conservation Team works to support gender-responsive action and advance the rights and priorities of Indigenous Peoples across the Union, with members, and through a wide array of projects and partnerships. A key position in the HRC Team, the Senior Gender Programme Officer is responsible for continuously contributing to improving technical expertise on gender and environment policies and programming while also serving as Deputy to a flagship partnership on the fifteen-year Advancing Gender in the Environment (AGENT) project supported by USAID.
This position works collaboratively across key sectors, strategies and issues to support the continued development and delivery of the overall HRC Team. This role also supports the HRC Team in elaborating strategic outreach, project development, and mainstreaming activities as they arise.
This leadership position also includes line management responsibility to support a P1 Programme Officer focused on gender-based violence and environmental linkages and gender and environment data and information initiatives and research.
Roles and responsibilities
• An essential pillar of AGENT is establishing and promoting the partnership’s thought leadership across gender and environment spheres – working to make the case that gender equality and women’s empowerment – and the needs and rights of LGBTQIA+ peoples – are fundamental matters of rights-based and effective environmental action at policy and programme levels alike:
Agent Deputy:
• Serve as Deputy Project Manager for Advancing Gender in the Environment (AGENT), providing vision and strategic focus to support future growth of the initiative and coordination across workplans, as well as specifically supporting the project’s coordination and working across the team to help expedite quality implementation and relationship management
• Staying informed on US administration priorities and supporting strategic alignment with IUCN priorities throughout AGENT programming and implementation.
• Facilitate cross-project information sharing, including strengthening technical capacity and subject-matter expertise promoted across AGENT knowledge products, platforms and messages into IUCN networks and mainstreaming activities.
Support countries in building collaborative national plans on gender and climate change:
• Work with colleagues within the HRC Team and across regional offices and contractors to support the ministries of environment in developing inclusive and participatory climate change Gender Action Plans (ccGAPs).
• Working with colleagues across regions, support the design of proposals to implement ccGAPs.
• Provide technical assistance to ccGAP countries.
Provide technical expertise to initiatives on gender and the environment, among other topics:
• Work across the IUCN HRC Team to advance joint work on gender, Indigenous peoples rights, human rights and environmental policies and programmes.
• Support engagement in multilateral environmental processes, such as the UNFCCC, CBD, UNCCD, and others (e.g., BRS and Minamata) towards ensuring people-centered, rights-based, and gender-responsive priority actions.
• Support the elaboration of IUCN’s leadership in technical expertise on gender within environmental policy spaces.
Additional project and partner development:
• Support IUCN mainstreaming activities, particularly extending the reach of AGENT’s tools and services across IUCN to expand the project’s impact.
• Support general HRC development, proposal development, gender mainstreaming and outreach.
• Support the drafting and refinement of proposals, including to ensure gender-related activities are strengthened, embedded, and resourced.
Requirements
• Degree in political science, economics, sociology, anthropology or related social science/humanities discipline
• 7+ years of experience in gender analysis, planning, and integrating gender equality and diversity and inclusion into environmental projects.
• Exceptional English language skills (e.g., writing, editing, oral communications) as a primary working language. Additional language skills are a plus (English, Spanish and French are IUCN’s official languages).
• Excellent oral and written communications, ability to motivate and collaborate with others to achieve team goals
• Demonstrated ability to work with organizations to plan for and implement gender equality interventions, capacity building and training programs that facilitate behavior change among both women and men to create a more gender inclusive environment.
• Demonstrated ability to identify capacity development needs regarding gender knowledge, attitudes, and practices and contribute to training initiatives to mainstream gender equality. Ability to mainstream gender into project activities including tracking of gender equality results and data.
• A proven record of strong administrative, time management, and organizational skills, strategic thinking, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving and strategic skills are needed for this position, experience in gender and environmental policy is also desired. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Outstanding ability to multi-task, juggle competing priorities, and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-culturally, with sensitivity, diplomacy and kindness
• Good working knowledge of IUCN, its mission and members; previous working experience with IUCN or IUCN members or commissions an asset.
• Experience working with USAID or another major donor, in particular for example to shepherd processes and adhere to approvals requirements, highly preferred
• Ability to work effectively in both in-office and from-home settings; be based in Washington, DC; potentially travel to project sites; and work flexibly to accommodate coordination across time zones.
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This position works collaboratively across key sectors, strategies and issues to support the continued development and delivery of the overall HRC Team. This role also supports the HRC Team in elaborating strategic outreach, project development, and mainstreaming activities as they arise.
This leadership position also includes line management responsibility to support a P1 Programme Officer focused on gender-based violence and environmental linkages and gender and environment data and information initiatives and research.
Roles and responsibilities
• An essential pillar of AGENT is establishing and promoting the partnership’s thought leadership across gender and environment spheres – working to make the case that gender equality and women’s empowerment – and the needs and rights of LGBTQIA+ peoples – are fundamental matters of rights-based and effective environmental action at policy and programme levels alike:
Agent Deputy:
• Serve as Deputy Project Manager for Advancing Gender in the Environment (AGENT), providing vision and strategic focus to support future growth of the initiative and coordination across workplans, as well as specifically supporting the project’s coordination and working across the team to help expedite quality implementation and relationship management
• Staying informed on US administration priorities and supporting strategic alignment with IUCN priorities throughout AGENT programming and implementation.
• Facilitate cross-project information sharing, including strengthening technical capacity and subject-matter expertise promoted across AGENT knowledge products, platforms and messages into IUCN networks and mainstreaming activities.
Support countries in building collaborative national plans on gender and climate change:
• Work with colleagues within the HRC Team and across regional offices and contractors to support the ministries of environment in developing inclusive and participatory climate change Gender Action Plans (ccGAPs).
• Working with colleagues across regions, support the design of proposals to implement ccGAPs.
• Provide technical assistance to ccGAP countries.
Provide technical expertise to initiatives on gender and the environment, among other topics:
• Work across the IUCN HRC Team to advance joint work on gender, Indigenous peoples rights, human rights and environmental policies and programmes.
• Support engagement in multilateral environmental processes, such as the UNFCCC, CBD, UNCCD, and others (e.g., BRS and Minamata) towards ensuring people-centered, rights-based, and gender-responsive priority actions.
• Support the elaboration of IUCN’s leadership in technical expertise on gender within environmental policy spaces.
Additional project and partner development:
• Support IUCN mainstreaming activities, particularly extending the reach of AGENT’s tools and services across IUCN to expand the project’s impact.
• Support general HRC development, proposal development, gender mainstreaming and outreach.
• Support the drafting and refinement of proposals, including to ensure gender-related activities are strengthened, embedded, and resourced.
Requirements
• Degree in political science, economics, sociology, anthropology or related social science/humanities discipline
• 7+ years of experience in gender analysis, planning, and integrating gender equality and diversity and inclusion into environmental projects.
• Exceptional English language skills (e.g., writing, editing, oral communications) as a primary working language. Additional language skills are a plus (English, Spanish and French are IUCN’s official languages).
• Excellent oral and written communications, ability to motivate and collaborate with others to achieve team goals
• Demonstrated ability to work with organizations to plan for and implement gender equality interventions, capacity building and training programs that facilitate behavior change among both women and men to create a more gender inclusive environment.
• Demonstrated ability to identify capacity development needs regarding gender knowledge, attitudes, and practices and contribute to training initiatives to mainstream gender equality. Ability to mainstream gender into project activities including tracking of gender equality results and data.
• A proven record of strong administrative, time management, and organizational skills, strategic thinking, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving and strategic skills are needed for this position, experience in gender and environmental policy is also desired. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Outstanding ability to multi-task, juggle competing priorities, and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-culturally, with sensitivity, diplomacy and kindness
• Good working knowledge of IUCN, its mission and members; previous working experience with IUCN or IUCN members or commissions an asset.
• Experience working with USAID or another major donor, in particular for example to shepherd processes and adhere to approvals requirements, highly preferred
• Ability to work effectively in both in-office and from-home settings; be based in Washington, DC; potentially travel to project sites; and work flexibly to accommodate coordination across time zones.
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The Finance Officer will be responsible for all general finance and accounting, taxation and administrative matters related to IUCN North America Office, Major responsibilities are:
• To ensure the timely recording of monthly transactions in the ERP NAV system in accordance with accepted accounting principles and IUCN policy such that it provides the basis for an efficient financial management... and information system.
• To assist Senior Finance
The Finance Officer will be responsible for all general finance and accounting, taxation and administrative matters related to IUCN North America Office, Major responsibilities are:
• To ensure the timely recording of monthly transactions in the ERP NAV system in accordance with accepted accounting principles and IUCN policy such that it provides the basis for an efficient financial management... and information system.
• To assist Senior Finance Manager to direct and control the administration of all financial, treasury and accounting activities in accordance with IUCN policy and in compliance with fiscal, legal and statutory requirements of the host country.
• To help the Senior Finance Manager provide management with guidance on financial management by assisting in the planning and budgeting for the office’s financial operations and providing the analysis and interpretation of the results for sound management decision and action.
• To provide projects undertaken in the US the appropriate financial support for the efficient and effective project implementation.
• To co-ordinate and provide the required financial information and requirements of the Regional Office and Headquarters.
• Ensure compliance with taxation laws and provide administrative support.
Accounting and reporting:
• Review all accounting related transactions (payment vouchers, receipt vouchers, debit and credit notes, staff time invoices, expense claims, credit card expense claims and correcting journal entries) prior to entry into the accounting system.
• Ensure that all balance sheet accounts are reconciled in accordance with IUCN accounting policies and procedures
• Analyse and interpret the country office’s financial statements and project financial reports and recommend courses of action to improve efficiency and economy.
• Review and provide guidance and coaching to staff ensuring accuracy, correctness and completeness of transactions recorded.
• Ensure the timeliness of required financial reports to project managers, donors, Regional Office and IUCN Headquarters as necessary.
• Review and ensure that debit and credit notes are properly invoiced and that the inter-company accounts are regularly reconciled in accordance with IUCN policies
• Prepare periodic report of cost centers, and review their financial performance and give suggestion as required.
• Assist the Senior Finance Manager prepare monthly financial management reports for the North America Office, reviewing these reports with the Program Finance staff.
• Assist implementing partner organizations in setting up appropriate financial systems and procedures to ensure compliance with donor funding requirements.
Treasury and cash management:
• Prepare the cash flow projection, and monitor the continued availability of funds to cover the requirements of the North America Office operations and hosted Center Units.
• Review and ensure that disbursements are properly supported with relevant evidential documentation and that they are properly identified into its cost center or project codes.
• Cash and bank balances are reconciled with the records maintained in accordance with IUCN Accounting policies
• Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting
• Assist in the planning and budgeting for the North America Office operations and its hosted projects and programs, as required.
• Review and monitor budget performance of the DC Office operations and individual projects and programs and make recommendation to improve performance.
• Provide cost data of the various resource inputs to program personnel to prepare and update Budgets.
• Assist in updating project contract and budget information on the project portal.
• Assist program staff in the preparation of annual project budgets and work plans, and the regular monitoring of actual expenditure against budget.
• Monitor exchange rates and assist program staff in preparing updated annual / total project budgets to adjust for exchange impacts.
• Internal Control Environment
• Continuously review the adequacy of internal control to ensure the provision of accurate and timely financial information, protection of assets and adherence to policies, systems and procedures and the smooth and orderly implementation of plans and activities.
• Ensure the Internal Control Systems are in place and are monitored in accordance with IUCN Accounting policies and procedures
Fixed Asset Management:
• Ensure the identification and proper inventory of fixed assets of IUCN North America office through the conduct of an annual inventory to determine their location and condition for proper disposition.
• Determine accuracy of deprecation in accordance with IUCN policy and that the assets are adequately protected.
• Liase with the Administration staff to ensure schedules of assets / project equipment are distributed to budget holders (Unit Managers) once a year to assist in verification of existence and condition.
• Prepare requests for approval to dispose of missing, lost, stolen, damaged and obsolete equipment
Payroll:
• Ensure that the systems and procedures are in place to enable accurate preparation and disbursement of the payroll in compliance with statutory requirements.
• Sign off on the monthly payroll by reviewing and checking the accuracy of amounts to be paid to staff.
Requirements:
• Minimum 5 years post qualification experience in progressively senior finance or operations roles
• Practical experience of using and updating financial systems
• Good communication skills
• Hands-on mentality, result driven and team player
• Strong written and spoken English
• Ability to work and function in multicultural and multidisciplinary environment
• Experience in programme/project financial management, including contract management and budget management
• Experience with management and donor reporting - knowledge of donor guidelines and reporting requirements
• Experience in process improvement and systems development, and practical experience with integrated financial systems and ERPs.
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• To ensure the timely recording of monthly transactions in the ERP NAV system in accordance with accepted accounting principles and IUCN policy such that it provides the basis for an efficient financial management... and information system.
• To assist Senior Finance Manager to direct and control the administration of all financial, treasury and accounting activities in accordance with IUCN policy and in compliance with fiscal, legal and statutory requirements of the host country.
• To help the Senior Finance Manager provide management with guidance on financial management by assisting in the planning and budgeting for the office’s financial operations and providing the analysis and interpretation of the results for sound management decision and action.
• To provide projects undertaken in the US the appropriate financial support for the efficient and effective project implementation.
• To co-ordinate and provide the required financial information and requirements of the Regional Office and Headquarters.
• Ensure compliance with taxation laws and provide administrative support.
Accounting and reporting:
• Review all accounting related transactions (payment vouchers, receipt vouchers, debit and credit notes, staff time invoices, expense claims, credit card expense claims and correcting journal entries) prior to entry into the accounting system.
• Ensure that all balance sheet accounts are reconciled in accordance with IUCN accounting policies and procedures
• Analyse and interpret the country office’s financial statements and project financial reports and recommend courses of action to improve efficiency and economy.
• Review and provide guidance and coaching to staff ensuring accuracy, correctness and completeness of transactions recorded.
• Ensure the timeliness of required financial reports to project managers, donors, Regional Office and IUCN Headquarters as necessary.
• Review and ensure that debit and credit notes are properly invoiced and that the inter-company accounts are regularly reconciled in accordance with IUCN policies
• Prepare periodic report of cost centers, and review their financial performance and give suggestion as required.
• Assist the Senior Finance Manager prepare monthly financial management reports for the North America Office, reviewing these reports with the Program Finance staff.
• Assist implementing partner organizations in setting up appropriate financial systems and procedures to ensure compliance with donor funding requirements.
Treasury and cash management:
• Prepare the cash flow projection, and monitor the continued availability of funds to cover the requirements of the North America Office operations and hosted Center Units.
• Review and ensure that disbursements are properly supported with relevant evidential documentation and that they are properly identified into its cost center or project codes.
• Cash and bank balances are reconciled with the records maintained in accordance with IUCN Accounting policies
• Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting
• Assist in the planning and budgeting for the North America Office operations and its hosted projects and programs, as required.
• Review and monitor budget performance of the DC Office operations and individual projects and programs and make recommendation to improve performance.
• Provide cost data of the various resource inputs to program personnel to prepare and update Budgets.
• Assist in updating project contract and budget information on the project portal.
• Assist program staff in the preparation of annual project budgets and work plans, and the regular monitoring of actual expenditure against budget.
• Monitor exchange rates and assist program staff in preparing updated annual / total project budgets to adjust for exchange impacts.
• Internal Control Environment
• Continuously review the adequacy of internal control to ensure the provision of accurate and timely financial information, protection of assets and adherence to policies, systems and procedures and the smooth and orderly implementation of plans and activities.
• Ensure the Internal Control Systems are in place and are monitored in accordance with IUCN Accounting policies and procedures
Fixed Asset Management:
• Ensure the identification and proper inventory of fixed assets of IUCN North America office through the conduct of an annual inventory to determine their location and condition for proper disposition.
• Determine accuracy of deprecation in accordance with IUCN policy and that the assets are adequately protected.
• Liase with the Administration staff to ensure schedules of assets / project equipment are distributed to budget holders (Unit Managers) once a year to assist in verification of existence and condition.
• Prepare requests for approval to dispose of missing, lost, stolen, damaged and obsolete equipment
Payroll:
• Ensure that the systems and procedures are in place to enable accurate preparation and disbursement of the payroll in compliance with statutory requirements.
• Sign off on the monthly payroll by reviewing and checking the accuracy of amounts to be paid to staff.
Requirements:
• Minimum 5 years post qualification experience in progressively senior finance or operations roles
• Practical experience of using and updating financial systems
• Good communication skills
• Hands-on mentality, result driven and team player
• Strong written and spoken English
• Ability to work and function in multicultural and multidisciplinary environment
• Experience in programme/project financial management, including contract management and budget management
• Experience with management and donor reporting - knowledge of donor guidelines and reporting requirements
• Experience in process improvement and systems development, and practical experience with integrated financial systems and ERPs.
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Regional Finance Manager
Vacancy ...
6024
Unit:
West Asia - Finance
Organisation:
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Location:
Regional Office for West Asia, Amman, Jordan
Reporting to:
Regional Director - West Asia
Work percentage:
100%
Grade:
P2
Expected start date:
01 July 2022
Type of contract:
Fixed-term (12 months with possibility of renewal)
Closing date:
20 June 2022
BACKGROUND
The Regional Finance Manager is
Regional Finance Manager
Vacancy ...
6024
Unit:
West Asia - Finance
Organisation:
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Location:
Regional Office for West Asia, Amman, Jordan
Reporting to:
Regional Director - West Asia
Work percentage:
100%
Grade:
P2
Expected start date:
01 July 2022
Type of contract:
Fixed-term (12 months with possibility of renewal)
Closing date:
20 June 2022
BACKGROUND
The Regional Finance Manager is a member of the ROWA Senior Management Team. She/he has a key leadership role to support the Regional Director in ensuring that programs and the office operations are efficiently and effectively managed, are financially sustainable and support the delivery of IUCN’s mission in the ROWA Region.
JOB DESCRIPTION
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Regional Finance Manager will supervise the management of the financial resources of IUCN in ROWA. The position will ensure a high level of financial control, ensure compliance with IUCN financial policies and procedures, and ensure the efficient use of financial resources. He/She will work closely with project managers to assist them in the development of project budgets and support them with project financial management.
a) Coordinate the annual budgeting process across the region projects as well as any other financial plans and forecasts.
b) Prepare financial management reports to track performance against budget and report the results to the ROWA Regional Director and IUCN Headquarters in Gland, Switzerland.
c) Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial reports to donors, partners and internal stakeholders.
a) Provide advice and work closely with the Regional Director on all financial matters, including making recommendations for improving efficiency and optimizing the use of financial resources.
b) Provide support to programme and projects managers on all areas of project financial management, including budgeting, monitoring, reporting and compliance with donor financial rules and regulations.
c) Provide or coordinate finance training for project managers, projects partners and other staff in the region.
a) Ensure that finance components of the internal control framework are in place across the region, and that processes are in place to ensure compliance with established procedures.
b) Ensure compliance with local statutory and fiscal regulations.
c) Ensure the completeness and accuracy of financial data through the supervision of data entry and through the establishment of checklists and monthly reviews of financial data.
d) Participate in the development of global and regional financial policies and procedures.
e) Assist in the identification and management of financial risks across the region and provide advice on risk management.
f) Facilitate internal audits and arrange and facilitate external auditors as required in coordination with the regional director.
a) Supervise the ROWA finance team and manage their performance and professional development.
b) Provide support to finance staff on systems, processes, procedures and technical accounting matters.
c) Contribute to the development of a high quality team of finance staff in the region through participation in recruitment, evaluation and career development.
a) Manage the cash resources of the region ensuring that resources are optimally utilized and the exchange rate risk is minimized.
b) Provide advice and assistance in resource mobilization initiatives when required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• At least 8 years’ experience in finance management positions of which a minimum of 2 in an international environment
• Membership of an internationally recognized professional accounting and/or auditing body (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or equivalent)
• Knowledge of all aspects of financial management relevant to an international organization such as IUCN
• Demonstrated skills and practice in financial planning, performance & change management
• Excellent managerial, analytical, interpersonal, negotiating and team building skills
• Excellent communication and report writing skills
• Knowledge and experience with computerized financial systems
• Experience in managing and working in a multi-cultural multi-disciplinary setting
• Extensive work experience in West Asia
• Ability to work under pressure
• Fluency in written and spoken Arabic and English
The above job description contains the main duties and responsibilities for this position. However, in a relatively small organization such as IUCN, staff members are expected to show flexibility in their approach to work and be willing to undertake other tasks that are reasonably allocated to them but which are not part of their regular job description. Where any task becomes a regular part of an employee's responsibilities, the job description will be changed in consultation with the employee and the Human Resources Management Group.
REQUIREMENTS
APPLICATIONS
Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.
Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT 1 / GMT 2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.
Other job opportunities are published in the IUCN website: http://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs/
About IUCN
IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, private and non-governmental organisations with the knowledge and tools that enable human progress, economic development and nature conservation to take place together.
Created in 1948, IUCN is now the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,300 Member organisations and some 10,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards.
IUCN provides a neutral space in which diverse stakeholders including governments, NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous peoples organisations and others can work together to forge and implement solutions to environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development.
Working with many partners and supporters, IUCN implements a large and diverse portfolio of conservation projects worldwide. Combining the latest science with the traditional knowledge of local communities, these projects work to reverse habitat loss, restore ecosystems and improve people’s well-being.
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Vacancy ...
6024
Unit:
West Asia - Finance
Organisation:
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Location:
Regional Office for West Asia, Amman, Jordan
Reporting to:
Regional Director - West Asia
Work percentage:
100%
Grade:
P2
Expected start date:
01 July 2022
Type of contract:
Fixed-term (12 months with possibility of renewal)
Closing date:
20 June 2022
BACKGROUND
The Regional Finance Manager is a member of the ROWA Senior Management Team. She/he has a key leadership role to support the Regional Director in ensuring that programs and the office operations are efficiently and effectively managed, are financially sustainable and support the delivery of IUCN’s mission in the ROWA Region.
JOB DESCRIPTION
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Regional Finance Manager will supervise the management of the financial resources of IUCN in ROWA. The position will ensure a high level of financial control, ensure compliance with IUCN financial policies and procedures, and ensure the efficient use of financial resources. He/She will work closely with project managers to assist them in the development of project budgets and support them with project financial management.
a) Coordinate the annual budgeting process across the region projects as well as any other financial plans and forecasts.
b) Prepare financial management reports to track performance against budget and report the results to the ROWA Regional Director and IUCN Headquarters in Gland, Switzerland.
c) Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial reports to donors, partners and internal stakeholders.
a) Provide advice and work closely with the Regional Director on all financial matters, including making recommendations for improving efficiency and optimizing the use of financial resources.
b) Provide support to programme and projects managers on all areas of project financial management, including budgeting, monitoring, reporting and compliance with donor financial rules and regulations.
c) Provide or coordinate finance training for project managers, projects partners and other staff in the region.
a) Ensure that finance components of the internal control framework are in place across the region, and that processes are in place to ensure compliance with established procedures.
b) Ensure compliance with local statutory and fiscal regulations.
c) Ensure the completeness and accuracy of financial data through the supervision of data entry and through the establishment of checklists and monthly reviews of financial data.
d) Participate in the development of global and regional financial policies and procedures.
e) Assist in the identification and management of financial risks across the region and provide advice on risk management.
f) Facilitate internal audits and arrange and facilitate external auditors as required in coordination with the regional director.
a) Supervise the ROWA finance team and manage their performance and professional development.
b) Provide support to finance staff on systems, processes, procedures and technical accounting matters.
c) Contribute to the development of a high quality team of finance staff in the region through participation in recruitment, evaluation and career development.
a) Manage the cash resources of the region ensuring that resources are optimally utilized and the exchange rate risk is minimized.
b) Provide advice and assistance in resource mobilization initiatives when required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• At least 8 years’ experience in finance management positions of which a minimum of 2 in an international environment
• Membership of an internationally recognized professional accounting and/or auditing body (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or equivalent)
• Knowledge of all aspects of financial management relevant to an international organization such as IUCN
• Demonstrated skills and practice in financial planning, performance & change management
• Excellent managerial, analytical, interpersonal, negotiating and team building skills
• Excellent communication and report writing skills
• Knowledge and experience with computerized financial systems
• Experience in managing and working in a multi-cultural multi-disciplinary setting
• Extensive work experience in West Asia
• Ability to work under pressure
• Fluency in written and spoken Arabic and English
The above job description contains the main duties and responsibilities for this position. However, in a relatively small organization such as IUCN, staff members are expected to show flexibility in their approach to work and be willing to undertake other tasks that are reasonably allocated to them but which are not part of their regular job description. Where any task becomes a regular part of an employee's responsibilities, the job description will be changed in consultation with the employee and the Human Resources Management Group.
REQUIREMENTS
APPLICATIONS
Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.
Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT 1 / GMT 2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.
Other job opportunities are published in the IUCN website: http://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs/
About IUCN
IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, private and non-governmental organisations with the knowledge and tools that enable human progress, economic development and nature conservation to take place together.
Created in 1948, IUCN is now the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,300 Member organisations and some 10,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards.
IUCN provides a neutral space in which diverse stakeholders including governments, NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous peoples organisations and others can work together to forge and implement solutions to environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development.
Working with many partners and supporters, IUCN implements a large and diverse portfolio of conservation projects worldwide. Combining the latest science with the traditional knowledge of local communities, these projects work to reverse habitat loss, restore ecosystems and improve people’s well-being.
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