BENIN: NOUVELLES OFFRES D EMPLOI 12/04/2013 Technicien (ne) de Laboratoire (RT Soils Lab), Cotonou, Benin Closing Date: Monday, 15 April 2013 ANNONCE DE POSTE TECHNICIEN (NE) DE LABORATOIRE (RT Soils Lab) REF : GSS/04/RD/2013/03 Le Centre du riz pour l'afrique (AfricaRice) recrute un (e) Technicien (ne) de Laboratoire (RT Soils Lab) pour renforcer son personnel des services d'appui (GSS). Il/elle sera basé (e) à AfricaRice-Cotonou, Bénin. A propos d'africarice AfricaRice est l'un des 15 Centres internationaux de recherche agricole qui sont membres du Consortium du CGIAR. AfricaRice est aussi une association intergouvernementale composée de pays membres africains. Responsabilités Sous la supervision des Assistants de recherche, le/la Technicien (ne) de Laboratoire (RT Soils Lab) s'occupera des activités suivantes : Préparer des réactifs et des solutions standards pour l'analyse de sols, des eaux et des plantes ; Extraire et digérer des échantillons des sols et des plantes ; Manipuler les instruments et équipements de laboratoire ; Saisir les données d'analyse ; Exécuter toute autre tâche demandée par le superviseur. Qualifications Diplômes: Etre titulaire d'un BTS ou équivalent en chimie, biologie ou en agriculture. Expérience : 3 ans Minimum d'expérience dans un laboratoire analytique ; une expérience dans un laboratoire de sol serait un atout. Compétences et aptitudes requises : Avoir des connaissances de base dans l'utilisation d'un ordinateur : Microsoft Excel, Word ; Être capable de travailler en équipe dans un contexte multiculturel ; Etre capable d'apprendre rapidement ; Etre capable de fournir du résultat sous une supervision minimale ; Langues : Les candidats (es) choisis (es) devront avoir une parfaite maîtrise du Français et/ou de l'anglais avec une connaissance pratique de l'autre langue. Termes et Conditions Ceci est un emploi d'appui (GSS) de niveau local. Le contrat initial est de deux ans avec une possibilité de renouvellement. Procédure de candidature La demande de candidature comportera une lettre de motivation et un CV détaillé avec les mentions obligatoires suivantes : Nom, prénoms, sexe, date de naissance, situation familiale, nationalité, diplôme supérieur obtenu, nombre d'années d'expériences professionnelles (indiquant clairement les dates de début et de fin de chaque expérience professionnelle : mois, année), bonne connaissance ou non des langues de travail de l'institution (anglais/français) ainsi
que les noms et adresses (y compris le numéro de téléphone / fax / courriel) de trois personnes de référence. Merci de postuler en ligne en cliquant sur le lien suivant: http://eservices.africarice.org/jobs/index.php#gss/04/rd/2013/03 Les candidatures peuvent également être envoyées à A.Kpadonou@cgiar.org avec la mention suivante en objet ''Processus de recrutement-technicien (ne) de Laboratoire'', ou à l'adresse suivante : Head of Human Resources Services, AfricaRice, 01 B.P. 2031, Cotonou, République du Bénin. Les candidatures sont recevables jusqu'au 15 Avril 2013 à 17h. AfricaRice est convaincu que la diversité de son personnel contribue à l'excellence et encourage les candidatures féminines. Nous remercions tous les candidats mais seuls les candidats présélectionnés seront contactés. Pour plus de détails sur AfricaRice, veuillez visiter notre site internet www.africarice.org Monitoring and Evaluation Technical Advisor, Cotonou Closing Date: Tuesday, 25 June 2013 RESPONSIBILITIES The M&E Technical Advisor will be responsible for providing performance monitoring oversight of the IFHS program, as well as strengthening the capacity of local partners and research staff. Specific duties include: Monitoring sub-recipient progress in various health areas; Developing monitoring and evaluation work plans; Liaising with the Regional Research team to develop, implement and monitor research for maternal and child health and family planning studies with a focus on both public and private health sector performance, including study designs, questionnaire development, analysis and dissemination; Monitoring the program's management information system (MIS) for the public and private sectors; Training country-level researchers and strengthening capacity to design studies, oversee data collection, and analyze results; Establishing networks of information collection and sharing, and strengthening overall M&E capacity within the country; Monitoring quantitative studies that focus on segment populations, social marketing activities and evaluate intervention effectiveness; Monitoring qualitative studies through communication concepts, pretest communication strategies, and evaluation of programs;
Documenting and disseminating research findings through peer reviewed publications, policy briefs, leaflets and other methods; Providing technical assistance to the research and program teams on using mapping activities to measure coverage and access to IFHS services, as well as field activities through mapping; Providing technical assistance to local government bodies and agencies in undertaking joint national assessments; Providing the evidence base for IFHS systems and specific interventions within the program and using appropriate means to train country researchers in communicating research results to policy makers; Increasing the capacity of, and providing technical support to local government staff and local partners to build their skills in interpreting research results and using a research-to-action approach to guide programmatic decisions and activities; Developing and implementing a training curriculum to strengthen identified gaps, along with a benchmarked calendar of implementation. QUALIFICATIONS: Masters Degree or equivalent experience in social, medical, or biological sciences; Minimum 5 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation programs; Experience in the design, management, analysis, and dissemination of behavioral research in public health, especially maternal child health and family planning; Experience in performance monitoring of large public health programs in developing countries; Experience in monitoring management information systems at private and public sector clinics preferred; Excellent organizational and multitasking capabilities; Fluency in French and English required; Demonstrated ability to produce results. The successful candidate will exhibit creative, innovative, and strategic thinking ability; excellent oral and written communication, analytical, organizational interpersonal and crosscultural skills; extensive knowledge of a statistical analysis program; experience in designing different types of qualitative studies and the ability to train, manage and develop capacity within country staff; the ability to work closely with program staff to deliver actionable and insightful research outputs; strong attention to detail; ability to work efficiently and quickly under pressure;
a strong interest in private sector approaches to development; and a proven ability to produce results and meet objectives under difficult circumstances. How to apply: APPLY ONLINE at http://www.psi.org. No calls or emails, please. PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or disability. Chief of Party, Integrated Family Health Services Closing Date: Tuesday, 25 June 2013 RESPONSIBILITIES: Serve as main point of contact/representative of the USAID/Benin project Facilitate senior level policy and dialogue with the Ministries of Health, other donors and international and local partners. Ensure the effective use and coordination of USAID resources and the compliance of the financial systems and controls with USAID standards. Lead internal and external program planning and reporting including annual work planning with sub award partners. Provide effective guidance and support to technical members of the management teams and staff assigned to the project. Ensure sound financial management including programmatic budgeting, spending projections and monitoring of payments. Ensure high-quality periodic reporting in line with USAID and PSI requirements (Quarterly and Annual Status reports, quarterly financial reports, etc. Provide expertise in the area of family planning and maternal and child health. Perform other responsibilities as requested by the Country Representative. QUALIFICATIONS: Masters degree in public health, social sciences, international development, business, or related field
5+ years experience in the implementation and management of international development projects Knowledge of the socioeconomic, institutional and policy issues related to IFHS Broad understanding of public health in West Africa (preferably in Benin). Demonstrated knowledge of USAID grant implementation Exceptional managerial and operational experience, preferably managing complex multi-sectoral activities involving coordination with multiple program partner institutions Experience with advocacy and institutional development within government and non government channels Experience working with private sector health care facilities and providers preferred Experience in social franchising and/or behavioral change communications preferred Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Excellent management skills Fluency in English and French is required How to apply: APPLY ONLINE at http://www.psi.org. No calls or emails, please. PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or disability. Project Accountant, Closing Date: Monday, 15 April 2013 Responsibilities Analyze project expenditures and prepare quarterly cash flow and semi-annual as well as annual financial statements including variance analysis for submission to Lead Centers; Liaise with Marketing and Communications Office on the report deadlines and submission; Monitor funds utilization of project and schedule of installments to ensure up to date funding status information necessary is readily available;
Prepare documents required to support the financial report for submission or as requested by donor and other users, internal and external; Interact with Project Coordinators to clarify issues on the financial reports, answer queries, give updates on the financial status such as over/under spending of the projects, and ensure compliance to donor requirements; Project Management Maintain complete record of project documents such as Program Participant Agreement (PPA), Program Implementation Agreement (PIA), Letter of Agreement (LOA), Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), other agreements and materials relevant to the CRPs and coordinate with Project Coordinators to ensure adherence to the financial implementation aspects of the project agreements; In coordination with the Project Coordinators, develop the external annual budget of the CRP for submission to the Lead Centers as well as the internal budget that is part of the Center budget for BOT approval; 1 Review requests for official mission authorizations, purchase requests, staff recruitment requisitions (regular, temporary, and consultant) and fund transfers if consistent with the work plan, check availability of funds, and ensure utilization of correct account to charge; Ensure valid transactions are timely and properly recorded during month-end and year-end closing of books; Systematically reconcile accounts on a regular basis through review and verification of expenditures of projects to ensure adherence to budgetary requirements; Monitor cumulative project funds flow, expenditures by disbursement category and component in accordance with the CRP template; Analyze the variances against approved budgets on a monthly basis and determine the main reasons for major variations and discuss corrective steps with the Project Coordinators in close liaison with the PBM; Facilitate the transfer of resources to NARS partners or collaborators; assist NARS partners/collaborators' counterparts in preparing financial reports and monitor compliance to reporting requirements as set forth in the sub-agreements; Prepare invoices as needed. Others Prepare the CRP related reports for submission to the Consortium Office including schedules that form part of the Center's Annual Audited Financial Statements; Perform other relevant tasks that may be assigned by the supervisor in relation to the implementation of the project such as preparation and submission of the CRP annual financing plan and forecasts;
Prepare the semi-annual and annual reports on Cost Sharing Percentage (CSP) collections; Similarly manage other CRP bilateral as well as non-crp projects as may be deemed necessary by the supervisor. Qualifications/Selection Criteria Education: A Bachelor or equivalent university degree in accountancy, finance, or related fields. Work Experience: five (05) years 'experience in the field of accountancy, finance and/or administrative works. Key Competencies Required: Appropriate knowledge of computer systems is necessary; experience in Sunsystem software will be an advantage; good interpersonal and communication skills with a pleasing work ethic to be able to interact with all divisions within the Africa Rice Center. Language The candidate should communicate fluently (orally and in writing) in English with a good working knowledge of French. Terms and Conditions This is a locally recruited position. The initial appointment is for two years with the possibility for renewal. 2 Application procedure Candidates should send an application (including a cover letter and a detailed CV with the following information: Name, surname, gender, date of birth, family status, nationality, certificates obtained, professional experience (stating clearly beginning and end dates of each experience: day, month, year), language skills (French/English), and the names and addresses (including telephone / fax / email) of three referees. To apply online for this position, please click on the following web link: http://eservices.africarice.org/jobs/index.php#gss/12/cs/2013/03 Applications that are not sent on-line should be sent: To: A.Kpadonou@cgiar.org with the following mention in subject 'Recruitment process- Project Accountant' Or to the following address: Head, Human Resources Unit, AfricaRice, 01 B.P. 2031, Cotonou, Benin Republic Applications will be considered until April 15th, 2013. AfricaRice believes that staff diversity promotes excellence in its operations, and encourages applications from women and developing country professionals. AfricaRice thanks all applicants but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. To learn more about AfricaRice, please visit our website at www.africarice.org