General Manager Interlakes International School


Fancy a challenge in Africa?

Interlakes International School is looking for a new General Manager to work with local management to lead this dynamic school in Ethiopia.


The General Manager is responsible for the operations of the organization;

● Managing a team of sixty people (from principal to cleaners);

● Financial policy development and implementation;

● Policy development and implementation;

● Evaluation and further development of education;

● Contact and consultation moments with government, parent council, etc.


Profile:

● Christian philosophy of life;

● Minimum college level of work and thinking;

● Management skills demonstrated by experience and/or training;

● Financially literate;

● Teaching experience is a plus;

● Good English language skills, oral and written;

● Politically sensitive to different cultures and government;

● Decisive, strategic thinking and flexible;

● Willing to learn about and participate in local culture.


Interlakes International School is an elementary school with an international character in Debre Zeit, Ethiopia, 40 kilometers south of the capital Addis Ababa. Interlakes provides quality education to over 400 children aged 3 to 14 from the local and international community and works largely with Ethiopian teachers. The school is currently being expanded to double classrooms - including the construction of additional classrooms.



What do we offer?

● Challenging, versatile position as General Manager in an Ethiopian/international context;

● The opportunity to use your knowledge and skills to improve education in Africa;

● Free housing;

● Appropriate salary;

● Reimbursement of various expenses (insurance, pension, airfare, etc);

● If desired, there are emphatic opportunities to work as a married couple at the school.


If this appeals to you, please send your application to Alita Walhout (secretary St. Friends of Interlakes) bestuur@interlakesinternationalschool.com


For questions, please contact Tim Veldman (0031625001842) or Hans Walhout (0031612450784).

www.interlakesinternationalschool.com

Are you the Managing Director we are looking for?
Are you ready to lead the company of our client, which aims to tackle Africa’s emerging development challenges? Do you have a passion for social and behaviour change communication (SBCC) and capacity building? Then we might be looking for you.

Position Overview
The Managing Director is a dynamic and inspiring leader of the team, and is accountable for the sustainability and growth of the company. He reports directly to the board, which includes experienced professionals from both NGOs and the private sector.

Core Roles

1. Leadership: Motivate and mentor the team
• Being a team player on projects and lead by example.
• Creating an atmosphere of appreciation and respect for all partners and colleagues
• Create a learning environment and seek and give constructive feedback

2. Business Management: Overseeing the financial health of the company and providing strategic direction for growth and sustainability
• Regularly review financial reports and approve expenses
• Ensure the organization is adhering to local laws and operating as a socially responsible business
• Engage the organization's Board of Directors in key decisions, prepare regular updates, and support recruitment of new board members as needed
• Lead the creation of operating procedures, financial forecasts and targets, annual and strategic plans, updated governance manuals, quarterly reviews, and performance reviews

3. Partnerships: Build and maintain relationships with staff, potential project partners and consultants
• Recruit new consultants and team members
• Manage relationships with key partners
• Represent the organization's interests in partnerships, while looking for synergy and collectively beneficial opportunities

4. Marketing and Communication: Lead and oversee new business opportunities and company sales
• Watch trends in the creative and or communication industry and the development sector
• Brainstorm with colleagues, partners and clients on new proposals
• Write and review bids and new proposals
• Review and approve external communication

5. Creative: Contribute to the development of new services and products
• Lead and oversee design reseach and co-creations
• Conceptualise innovative social and behaviour change communication and capacity building strategies and tools
• Work with designers, content developers, illustrators and researchers to define or refine solutions
• Occasionally develop content for company communication and new products
• Ensure services and products apply user-centered design principles and meet the organization's quality standards

Experience, Skills and Abilities
• Minimum of 7-10 years of professional experience in a relevant field (social sector enterprise, communication, design, SBCC etc.)
• Experience in mentoring, motivating and supervising teams and individuals
• Experience with volunteering or working in Africa, working with local counterparts
• The ability to facilitate workshops, strong presentation skills and influence internal and external discussions at all levels
• Strong English writing and communication skills
• Business acumen, with business strategy development, operational planning experience and financial planning
• Knowledge of Human-Centered Design in the creative industry is preferred
• An entrepreneurial mindset
• Ability to travel frequently within East Africa and Uganda itself

Are you interested in becoming a Managing Director in Uganda? Apply now at the top or bottom of our page.

VVOB – Education for Development is looking for a Quantitative Researcher to strengthen our team in Rwanda.

Background:
VVOB – Education for Development, is a Belgian non-profit organisation that focuses on improving the quality of education. VVOB has its headquarters in Brussels (Belgium) and is implementing education programmes in 8 countries in the global South, including in Rwanda.

In cooperation with Rwanda Education Board (REB) and the University of Rwanda – College of Education (URCE), VVOB started in 2017 with a multi-year programme (2017-2021) on “Leading, Teaching and Learning Together”. The programme is currently being upscaled in primary and secondary schools in 17 districts in Rwanda and aims to improve the quality of education through the professional development of school leaders and induction of new teachers.

VVOB is currently looking for a Quantitative Researcher. The Quantitative Researcher carries out and coordinates quantitative and mixed-method research on the implementation, effectiveness and efficiency of VVOB’s capacity development programmes in Rwanda.

The Quantitative Researcher works in a team of Education Advisors, works closely together with the MEAL Advisor as well as with the Communication Advisor. The Quantitative Researcher reports directly to the Programme Manager.

Tasks:
As a Quantitative Researcher, you will:
 Design and carry out quantitative and mixed-method research, including collecting and analyzing data (e.g. survey data), on the effectiveness and efficiency (cost-benefit) of professional development trajectories for head teachers and new teachers, and impact at the level of schools and school children;
 Integrate and complement quantitative research with qualitative research (e.g. focus group discussions and observations).
 Create a clear evidence-base to underpin decisions and changes to our programmes
 Actively promote evidence-based learning within VVOB Rwanda
 Assist other VVOB Advisors in monitoring and evaluating programme results, through further development and implementation of a VVOB Rwanda M&E system; This includes capacity development on research and M&E for VVOB and partners and supporting the collection and analysis of high quality data, with a focus on quantitative data;
 Take part in networking and advocacy in education sector working groups and taskforces in which VVOB Rwanda is active; This includes dissemination of research findings on different platforms and through different channels, like the VVOB Rwanda website and magazine, publications in journals, conference presentations, …;
 Establish and maintain strong linkages with regional research partners in the development sector (e.g. through participation and presentation at regional conferences);
 Contribute to internal and external knowledge development by systemizing lessons learned and sharing pro-actively lessons learned between partners, colleagues and other VVOB country teams.
 Be actively engaged in expanding VVOB’s funding base (liaising with potential donors, writing proposals);

Profile:

Essential:
 Relevant Master degree, preferably in statistics, social or educational sciences;
 Min. 2 years of research experience, proven experience in quantitative research and outstanding empirical research skills;
 Expert-level knowledge of statistical techniques and practical experience with statistical software;
 Experience with the integration of qualitative data into quantitative analyses
 Fluent in English.
 Experience in international development cooperation and working in a multicultural team;

Desirable:
 A PhD degree and a track record of published research in social sciences is an asset;
 You will be quantitative leaning, but a good understanding of qualitative methods will be beneficial as this is a mixed methods role.
 Demonstrated understanding of cost-benefit and cost-effectiveness analysis
 Knowledge of and/or experience with programme management, preferably Project Cycle Management;
 Experience with M&E methodologies and frameworks (both quantitative and qualitative) used in an international development context
 Understanding of the education sector and educational institutions like teacher training institutions, in-service providers for teachers and school leaders and ministries of education is an asset;

Required competences:

VVOB core competences:
 Result orientation
 Continuous improvement
 Cooperation

Function specific competences:
 Analytical and synthesizing skills
 Creativity
 Excellent verbal and written communication skills
 360° Empathy
 Reliability
 Development oriented

We offer:
 A dynamic working environment in an international context; our team in Rwanda consists of a multi-disciplinary team of more than 20 Rwandan and international professionals;
 An exciting job with varied responsibilities and opportunities for professional development;
 A competitive expat salary (salary scale A111 of the Flemish Government with a gross annual salary between € 43 737 and € 67 512 depending on relevant working experience) plus benefits package (including housing allowance, hardship allowance, insurances, contribution to school fees and professional development budget)

Note that this is a long-term position with secured funding up to 31st December 2021.

Location: Kigali, Rwanda
Start date: As soon as possible.
Procedure: Submit a motivation letter, and your C.V. before Thursday February 8, 2018.

Are you interested in becoming a Quantitative Researcher in Rwanda? Apply now at the top or bottom of our page.

Note: This is a job advertisement, applications will be forwarded to the employer for selection. JobnetAfrica believes all applicants should get feedback, good or bad, but are not further involved in the recruitment for this particular vacancy.

Job Profile
For one of our ongoing programmes in Mozambique, we are looking for a Deputy Team Leader (DTL) / Finance Manager. The programme is called Skills for Employment (S4E) and the working title is JOBA. JOBA is focused on the development of a more robust labour market and a better prepared work force that is ready to meet the demands of a modern Mozambican economy.

The JOBA programme is targeting the improvement of the training market to overcome the mismatch between the supply and demand of labour. JOBA aims to build constructive partnerships between non-state technical and vocational education and training (TVET) providers, the private sector, and the Mozambican government, supporting an inclusive approach to job creation.

Job Description
The Financial Manager /Deputy Team Leader forms part of the senior management team of the JOBA Programme, implementing the S4E programme of DFID. The FM/DTL is the overall in charge of the finances of the programme and of the financial aspects of the Employment Fund. In addition the FM/DTL leads the JOBA team in terms of operations, including administration, human resources management and the functioning of the team. This includes issues like safety and security, team meetings, budgeting and forecasting, financial reporting, quarterly reporting.
S/he deputises the Team Leader where and when necessary.

The Financial Manager /Deputy Team Leader is responsible for the following:

1. Contribute to programme planning (logframe, ToC, annual and quarterly plans);
2. Establishment of financial management systems to plan, monitor and report expenditure (both for the investments and the Fund Manager’s own expenditure);
3. Overseeing the Accountant and the Office Manager in preparing of and reporting on the project accounts;
4. Preparation of revolving 3 monthly budget forecasts and monitoring of the same;
5. Preparing monthly, quarterly and annual financial and HR reports;
6. Support TL and Grant Manager in strategic positioning of the Employment Fund;
7. Development of processes for disbursing funds and the oversight of the same, including the monitoring and reporting systems;
8. Supervising the contracting and management of the investments under the Fund;
9. Preparation and finalisation of contracts between BMB Mott MacDonald (acting on behalf of DFID) and the successful applicants, incorporating the conditions of the grant disbursement set out by the Investment Committee. Contracts must be in alignment with the World Bank’s anticorruption guidelines and with the DFID Guidelines on investment in the private sector;
10. Ensuring that the funds are disbursed in accordance with the signed contract;
11. Contribution to the annual work plans for the Employment Fund;
12. Support the development and management of the Grievance Redressal Mechanism for the Employment Fund.

Candidate Specification

Requirements:
- The FM/DTL is a holder of a Masters degree in Economics, Accounting or a similar field
- Experience in project management is a plus, in particular in the field of grant management

Additional requirements:
1. Must write excellent English (preferably native speaker) and speak/read Portuguese
2. Have proven analytical capacity (we are NOT looking for an accountant)
3. Be familiar with (financial) management donor projects and project management
4. Preferably have a background in grant management
5. Have proven knowledge and experience in administration and HR
6. Is able to represent the JOBA Programme through presentations and in client and stakeholder meetings.

Note: This is a job advertisement, applications will be forwarded to the employer for selection. The employer will do the recruitment process himself. JobnetAfrica believes all applicants should get feedback, good or bad, but we don’t have any influence on this concerning this job.

For an upcoming programme in Kenya, Mott MacDonald is currently proposing for, we are looking for a METEOROLOGIST.

Background of the programme:
The Kenya Water Security and Climate Resilience Project aims to improve the water resources management of Kenya’s 6 main catchments. The current catchment plans require substantial revision, especially in relation to spatial information and strategic visioning.
The governmental agency, Kenya’s Water Resource Management Agency (WRMA), responsible for catchment plan development and implementation requires consultancy support to realise state-of-the-art knowledge and database management and to facilitate stakeholder processes for decision-making. The scope of the programme is thus to develop the capacity of WRMA in terms of tools, skills and infrastructure, to deliver on the core functions of project component “Strengthening Water Management and Planning”. This includes on-the-job development capacity building on the development of databases and new information systems, models, tools that will support WRMA’s work. The expected results of the programme are:
- A stronger WRMA institution that has strengthened capacity to carry out its core functions;
- Six integrated catchment management plans that outline the critical land and water resources development and management elements in a manner that is based on extensive knowledge-driven analysis and meets the expectations of all key-stakeholders.

Job Description
Tasks of the METEOROLOGIST are, among others:
- Take the lead in the design, operation and maintenance of meteorological network instrumentation
- Coordinate with other staff setting up/improving monitoring systems for hydrological, geo-hydrological, water quality and flood forecasting data
- Apply satellite imagery in reinforcing missing data
- Build capacity of WRMA staff to use, operate and maintain meteorological network instrumentation

Candidate Specification
Requirements:
- Post-graduate degree in Meteorology.
- At least 20 years of international experience in meteorological network design and operations.
- Experience in applying satellite imagery to reinforce missing data.
- Experience with seasonal weather and climate modelling is preferred.
- Experience of working in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams.
- Experience of working on International Development Agency (IDA) or bilateral funded projects is preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

The expected input for this role is [INTERMITTENT]. The total duration of this programme is 3 years. Employment will be on freelance basis.

Dienste in Übersee is searching on behalf of partner organisations of Bread for the World:

Professional for vocational training in the hotel and catering sector in Ghana

Background
Despite strong economic growth, youth unemployment in Ghana is high. The Presbyterian Centre for Vocational Instructors' Development (PCG-PRECEVID) in Kumasi supports the implementation of reform processes in the vocational training sector in Ghana and helps young people to acquire appropriate qualifications for successful participation in the labour market. For example, PCG-PRECEVID cooperates with Kumasi Technical University (KsTU). In this context PCG-PRECEVID has successfully developed a joint curriculum with a high practical component for training in the hospitality sector. In addition, PCG-PRECEVID carries out targeted lobbying activities to raise the profile of the vocational education and training sector.

Job Scope
You will support PCG-PRECEVID in the further development of the framework for teachers in the hotel and catering industry and in the improvement of service orientation in training.

In particular, you will be responsible for the following:
• Developing and revising the curricula and teaching materials for training in the hotel and catering sector for young professionals, e.g. with regard to the pedagogical and didactic methodology, including the training of teaching staff (train of trainers).
• Conception of target group-oriented short-term further training programmes in the hotel and catering sector (e.g. for employees and hotel owners)
• Supporting accreditation processes for training programmes
• Introduction of evaluation instruments to monitor the success of training and further education measures
• Strategic networking in the hotel and catering sector
Headquarter is in Kumasi (Ashanti Region, Ghana)

Profile
• You are a vocational trainer in the hotel and catering sector or have a comparable qualification (e.g. dual studies in hotel management, hospitality specialist)
• Through practice-oriented educational work with different target groups, you have a variety of methods at your disposal (e.g. PME), which you can also share with your local colleagues (Train of Trainers)
• You are a skilled networker within your professional environment and can use your contacts in favour of PCG-PRECEVID
• Your very pronounced gender competence shapes both your conceptual and practical work
• Your very good knowledge of English enables you to communicate in a motivating way in an intercultural environment
• You have a high level of intercultural sensitivity and experience, preferably in African countries.

Citizenship of a Member State of the European Union or Switzerland is required.

Benefits provided by Bread for the World and Dienste in Übersee
Bread for the World provides a framework in which the professionals of Dienste in Übersee share their knowledge and skills with people of another culture.

Supportive cooperation, mutual learning and intercultural exchange are enabled by:
• Individual preparation
• Three year contract with benefits in accordance with the German Development Aid Workers Act
• Coaching

Interested?
Please upload your application now.

https://due.hr4you.org/job/view/351

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Dienste in Übersee gGmbH is a 100% subsidiary of the Protestant Agency for Diakonia and Development with the brand Bread for the World.

Are you interested in becoming a Professional for vocat. training@hotel&catering in Ghana? Apply now at the top or bottom of our page.

Note: This is a job advertisement, applications will be forwarded to the employer for selection. JobnetAfrica believes all applicants should get feedback, good or bad, but are not further involved in the recruitment for this particular vacancy.

Dienste in Übersee is searching on behalf of partner organisations of Bread for the World:

Psychologist/ social scientist (f/m/x) with experience in gender-based violence and women's empowerment in Cameroon

Background
The northern regions of Cameroon are particularly affected by cases of gender-based violence. The region in the north of the country is characterised by a high poverty rate, a low level of education and limited access to resources. The migration of many young males and the presence of military bases in the region also increase the vulnerability and marginalization of women in this region.

The partner organisation Association des Femmes et Filles de l'Adamaoua (AFFADA) is an NGO based in Yaoundé. AFFADA works mainly with women and young girls in the northern province of Adamaoua in the fields of combating poverty and social exclusion, gender equality and women's empowerment. The organisation's main goal is to enable self-determination for girls and women through education and participation in local decision-making processes.

Saare Tabitha is the girls' education center of the UEBC (Union des Eglises Baptistes au Cameroun), based in Maroua in the Extrême-Nord region. In addition to educating young girls and women, Saare Tabitha is committed to strengthening the position of women in North Cameroon society, fighting social inequality and promoting peaceful coexistence between religious, ethnic and social groups.

The organisations have similar thematic focuses and are planning a joint project on gender-based violence (GBV) and reproductive health.

Job Scope
As a professional, you will contribute in capacity building of the staff and professionalization in the areas of GBV, reproductive health, and women's empowerment in both organizations.

In more detail, you will be responsible for the following:
• You will support the professionalisation of the psychosocial and legal counseling and support center for women in Ngaoundéré.
• You will design and give training for the staff of AFFADA and Saare Tabitha on the topics of GBV and reproductive health.
• Together with colleagues from AFFADA and Saare Tabitha, you plan awareness-raising measures for various target groups.
• You will accompany and strengthen local groups on the topic of GBV and empowerment of women and girls.
• You will support in project management, conducting studies and building databases.
• You will promote network building through cooperation with various relevant actors.

The professional will live (with his/her family) in Ngaoundéré with regular trips to Maroua and the surrounding area.

Profile
• You have completed a degree in psychology, social sciences, public health or a similar field.
• You have in-depth knowledge and several years of experience in GBV and women's empowerment, as well as initial experience in reproductive health.
• Ideally, you have knowledge of project management and awareness and sensitisation methods.
• You enjoy organising and conducting trainings and are able to express complex content in a simple and understandable way.
• Your good oral and written French skills enable you to communicate with the target group and your colleagues.
• You have a high level of intercultural sensitivity and experience, preferably in African countries.

The placement is within the framework of the "Civil Peace Service" (ZFD) program on the basis of the German Development Aid Workers Act.

Citizenship of a Member State of the European Union or Switzerland is required.

Benefits provided by Bread for the World and Dienste in Übersee
Bread for the World provides a framework in which the professionals of Dienste in Übersee share their knowledge and skills with people of another culture.

Supportive cooperation, mutual learning and intercultural exchange are enabled by:
• Individual preparation
• Three year contract with benefits in accordance with the German Development Aid Workers Act
• Coaching

Interested?
Please upload your application now.
https://due.hr4you.org/job/view/321

Our new job portal with all current advertisements can be found here.

Dienste in Übersee gGmbH is a 100% subsidiary of the Protestant Agency for Diakonia and Development with the brand Bread for the World

Are you interested in becoming a Psychologist/soc.scientist@gbv&women's empowerment in Cameroun? Apply now at the top or bottom of our page.

Note: This is a job advertisement, applications will be forwarded to the employer for selection. JobnetAfrica believes all applicants should get feedback, good or bad, but are not further involved in the recruitment for this particular vacancy.

The National Defense College (NDC) of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) was created to establish in the UAE capital a leading graduate institute for Strategic and Security Studies. The program fosters in senior military officers and civilians the intellectual breadth, global perspective and critical reflection that is needed to prepare them to identify and assess challenges to national, regional and international security and skillfully manage and employ state resources supporting the national interest.
A full-time faculty position at the NDC involves teaching graduate level courses in strategic and security studies, advising and mentoring students at the institution, conducting research in fields relevant to the College mission and academic curriculum, potential travel to international conferences, participating in services to the college, outreach and partnership-building, and teaching short, executive education courses as required. Effective communication and team-work skills are necessary; collaboration with colleagues and administrators from diverse backgrounds is required.
The annual teaching load of the College is capped at 18 credits, though NDC endeavors to limit teaching to 12 credits when possible. Candidates should be able to contribute to three or more core courses in the existing interdisciplinary curriculum and develop an elective in their area of expertise. (http://www.ndc.ac.ae/en/core-courses). NDC follows an andragogic seminar model in graduate teaching, so the ability to lead facilitated seminars of 10-15 participants is essential. An active research agenda is also required, with publication expectations of either one peer-reviewed article, book chapter, or the equivalent per year. Academic rank will be determined by years of teaching experience impact of and scholarship profile.
More information about the college can be found at the NDC website (http://www.ndc.ac.ae/en/).
Required Education & Teaching Experience:
Applicants to open positions at NDC must have a terminal degree of doctorate (Ph. D.) from an accredited university with at least three years of teaching experience at the graduate level with a strong track record of master’s level academic advising, research, mentoring and supervision. We are particularly interested in faculty with significant expertise in International Political Economy, Africa Area Studies, Asia and Middle East area Studies, Strategic Leadership, International Law, Cyber Strategy and Information Security and Sociology. 
Desired Qualifications:
Previous military or government service is desirable but does not remove the requirement for a doctorate degree and academic experience in required fields.  Arabic language proficiency is strongly desired and is considered a great asset even though the courses are conducted in English.
Benefits:
The compensation package is quite competitive and includes:
• Salary commensurate with experience;
• Relocation allowance;
• Living allowances for:
• Housing;
• Automobile;
• Mobile phone;
• Tuition and related expenses for eligible minor children;
• Cost of living adjustment; and
• Robust health insurance for the candidate and their family.

Application Process & Required Documents:
Review of applications will begin immediately, with priority given to those applicants who apply during November- December, 2022. Initial screening interviews are expected to take place on a rolling basis as applications are received. Required documents for application include, but are not limited to:
• Cover letter that addresses your practical experience, teaching philosophy, specific and relevant courses taught (given the focus mentioned above) and approach to supporting and teaching a diverse student population;
• Curriculum vitae;
• Official graduate transcripts (copies are acceptable) - Official degree and transcript are required for submission upon employment.
• A representative syllabus of previous courses taught; and
• Contact information for three professional references.

How to Apply:
All documents should be sent to Ms. Beatrice Boutros at (boutros@translangltd.com). Applications should be submitted by January 3, 2023. The College anticipates conducting phone/video interviews in early to mid January 2023, with subsequent in-person interviews for certain applicants. Review of applications will continue until the position(s) are filled. Due to the volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates who meet the specified requirements for this position of will be contacted.
The start date is flexible, but ideally no later than August 1, 2023. The National Defense College is an equal opportunity employer.


About the NDC-UAE:
The NDC is located in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. Abu Dhabi is the largest of seven emirates; a well-ordered, industrious and vibrant city known for its spectacular infrastructure, adventure activities, extensive deserts, rich heritage and beautiful beaches with a pretty waterside location. Made up of 200 islands, the emirate has a diversity of landscapes ranging from coastal islands filled with world-famous attractions and beaches to an uninterrupted desert.