EU-funded Project: Information, Communication, and Events Associate

Deadline: 26 April 2011

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in communication
2. Relevant work experience in written communication, publication and public relations (2-3 years)
3. Knowledgeable on design publication applications preferably InDesign and video production 

For interested applicants, please submit resume and letter of application (addressed to Director Brenda Mendoza, TRTA Imprest Administrator) attention to Mr. Eric Lopez at lopez.eric@eu-trtaphils.org and ericlopez1981@ymail.com on or before 26 April 2011.

Visit: http://www.eu-trtaphils.org/careers.asp

Job Vacancy: Program Specialist at IIRR

The International Institute of Rural Reconstruction (IIRR), an international action research and training institute with more than 80 years of  grassroots field experience in rural communities seeks development professionals interested in establishing an international career. Qualified women are encouraged to apply. 

Program Specialist, Agriculture and Natural Resource Management (AgNRM) 

The Program Specialist, Agriculture and Natural  Resource Management (AgNRM) provides technical leadership in the AgNRM program; in developing new AgNRM projects and activities, building upon existing initiatives. Provide technical leadership in developing new AgNRM initiatives including approaches to enhancement of smallholder agriculture through regenerative agriculture, food security and nutrition programming, community based natural resources management and restoration of landscapes and natural ecosystems, project/program development, conduct of international courses, customized courses and technical missions in line with IIRR-Regional Center for Asia program goals and objectives. 

He/she shall develop synergies of AgNRM and other program components such as livelihood, disaster risk reduction, gender and community health. 

Requirements 

• A degree in natural resource management, agriculture or other related  discipline; master’s degree preferred.

• At least five (5) years experience in agriculture and natural resource management program planning, monitoring and evaluation within a rural development framework. (Those who have Agriculture experience only or NRM experience only, need not apply).

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English; knowledge of one or more Asian language a plus. 

• Computer proficient and uses various applications.

Candidates should submit (1) a letter of interest; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) contact information (telephone, email); and (4) three letters of references with address and contact email/phone numbers not later than 15 March 2012 to: 

The Human Resources Office 

International Institute of Rural Reconstruction 

Km. 39, Aguinaldo Highway, Silang, 4118 Cavite 

E-Mail: humanresources@iirr.org

Website: www.iirr.org

We will respond to short-listed candidates only. 

IIRR is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Vacancy: Development Outreach and Communications Specialist (Writer)

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID/Philippines) has an immediate need for a Development Outreach and Communications Specialist (Writer). The Specialist serves as a full member of the USAID/Philippines, Program Office, Outreach and Communication Unit, by participating in the planning, designing, producing and disseminating of public information about USAID activities for Filipino and American consumption. S/He collaborates closely with USAID technical offices, implementing partners, and the US Embassy Public Affairs Section (PAS) to develop and implement the USAID/Philippines and USAID/Pacific Island communication strategies that promote the USAID programs to both internal and external audiences.
 
The Specialist drafts content and products for public audiences, such as media and press releases, including for the public website and social media sites, acts as a writer/editor for the Mission, and fulfills requests for information from the media and public. These duties involve collecting, investigating, managing, and distributing information associated with the USAID foreign assistance program in the Philippines and the Pacific region. Mission responsibility includes activities in the Pacific Islands such as Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, and Fiji.
 
S/He works closely with PAS and the Mission Director to craft speeches for the Ambassador and other USAID high-level officials. The incumbent is responsible for establishing and maintaining a system to track and archive speeches and articles written about USAID programs. S/He responds to inquiries from the general public and the media on USAID’s programs, practices, and any other general information requests.
 
The Specialist performs other duties as required and assigned by the supervisor.
 
The candidate must meet the following Evaluation Criteria:
 
• EDUCATION (5 %) – A Bachelor’s of Arts Degree in journalism, public relations, communications, or a very closely related field, is required. An advanced degree in the above or a related field is desired.
 
• WORK EXPERIENCE (15 %) – A minimum of three to five years of progressively responsible experience in writing and editing, communications, public relations, or journalism is required. The candidate should have a portfolio that provides assurance that the Specialist is skilled in disseminating information to a variety of target audiences. Experience implementing public relations campaigns and in speech writing is strongly preferred. Previous work with the USG or another international development organization, in an English-language environment, is highly desirable. Prior experience in outreach, reporting, and speechwriting will be a determining factor in the selection.
 
• JOB KNOWLEDGE (30 %) – The successful candidate must be capable of crafting information messages in various media formats (press releases, websites, video etc.) targeting a variety of audiences and have an interest in implementing new media communication tools. Knowledge of standard principles, methods, and practices of communication and information management are required, in order to design outreach materials. A working knowledge of the fields of media relations and publishing is required. Must have an understanding of how to compose and edit executive level speeches and presentations. The work also requires a broad understanding of issues related to international development.
 
• SKILLS AND ABILITIES (45 %) – The position requires excellent news and script writing, editing, and research skills; strong organizational and project management skills within a multi-cultural work environment; the ability to work independently, take initiative, manage several activities at once, and work under pressure to meet deadlines; strong interpersonal skills with internal and external counterparts; the exercise of sound judgment in representing the U.S. Government; and the ability to travel and work weekends or after hours on occasion. The ability to research and/or gather information from multiple technical sources, and to analyze and transform technical language into well-written, easily understood, non-bureaucratic prose with very short deadlines, is required. The Specialist must be able to combine the work of others and resolves all inconsistencies in the development of a final copy.
 
• COMMUNICATION and COMPUTER SKILLS (5 %) – Requires outstanding written and oral communication skills. Proficient in the use of various computer software.
 
Based on the successful candidate’s salary history, a maximum annual salary of PhP 1,463,235.00 is offered. The compensation package includes mid-year and year-end bonuses, health and life insurance, and a supplementary retirement plan.
 
Note: USAID reserves the right to reject any and all applicants. Only short-listed candidates will be notified. This position will be filled subject to the availability of funds.
 
Application letter and comprehensive resume must be received no later than January 20, 2012 at: Human Resources Division, P.O. Box EA 423 1000, Ermita, Manila or via email at aidmnlhr@usaid.gov

Job Vacancy: Amnesty International Philippines

Amnesty International Philippines is looking for experienced individuals for the following positions:

Human Rights Officer

· Responsible for planning, supervising, coordinating and monitoring of human rights work;
· formulates short and long term plans and strategies;
· manages, coordinates and monitors implementation and evaluation of campaigns, human rights education, communications, media and publications work

Organizational Development Officer

· Responsible for planning, supervising, coordinating and monitoring of organizational development including membership development and assemblies, staff development and welfare;
· formulates short and long term plans and strategies;
· manages the finances, the office and ensures compliance with domestic legal obligations;
· supports the leadership of the organization including governance

Events organizer
Mainly responsible for organizing the Annual General Meeting (AGM) and the pre-AGM meetings of the organization, with supervision of Organizational Development Officer orDirector
Short term employment (February- May 15, 2012)

Applicants should be with knowledge of and commitment to the human rights cause.

Application deadline: Friday January 27, 2012
Attached herewith is an application pack – application form and more information about the positions. Please send the filled-up application form, specifying the position applied for to: aparong@amnesty.org.ph on or before the deadline.
Should you need more information, please email aparong@amnesty.org.ph or call +632 – 4338100.

Amnesty International Philippines
18-A Marunong Street, Barangay Central
Quezon City
www.amnesty.org.ph

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Amnesty International is a global movement of people who campaign for internationally recognized human rights. It has more than 3 million members and supporters in 150 countries worldwide. Amnesty International is independent of any government, political ideology, economic interest or religion and is concerned solely with the impartial protection of human rights.

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Job Vacancy: Regional Value Chain Specialist (CIP-Philippines)

International Potato Center 

Position Announcement: Regional Value Chain Specialist

The Center: CIP is a not-for-profit international agricultural research-for-development organization with a focus on potato, sweet potato, and Andean roots and tubers. Its vision is of roots and tubers improving the lives of the poor. CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved well-being, and gender equity for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world. CIP works with partners to contribute high quality science, technology, and capacity strengthening for sustainable science-based solutions. CIP is headquartered in Lima, Peru, with staff and activities in over 30 locations across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. CIP is a member of the Consultative Group for International Agricultural Research, a network of 15 research centers supported by more than 50 donor members.

The position: This position is an urgent, strategic investment for strengthening CIP’s research capacity to respond to increased opportunities for value chain development in the root and tuber crops (RTCs) sector. As junior scientist, the Regional Value Chain Specialist shall be under the mentoring of a senior marketing specialist while working with an interdisciplinary team of CIP staff and partners. S/he is expected to contribute to CIP’s research-for-development activities related to value chain innovations in Southeast and South Asia. He/she shall be based in Los Baños, Philippines and report to CIP’s Sweetpotato Science Leader for Asia. This position is highly suitable for those seeking post-doctoral appointment or in an early stage of career development.  

Duties and responsibilities: 

1. Provide expertise in pro-poor market analysis, value-added processing and/or market chain 

development.

2. Identify specific needs for upgrading technology, management and organization in value chains.

3. Undertake studies and capacity building activities related to the planning, implementation and 

evaluation of action-oriented research on agricultural markets and value chains. 

4. Advise on inclusion of value chain dimension in major projects, from design to implementation phase.

Selection criteria:

1. PhD degree or PhD candidate in horticulture, food science and related applied biophysical disciplines; 

preferably with additional training in socio-economics, marketing and consumer studies, and/or 

business management. 

2. At least 3 years research experience in any of the following: development and promotion of relevant 

value-adding technological/institutional/commercial innovations; assessment of market/value chains, 

strategies for pro-poor value chain development,  and  facilitating chain-wide learning and action 

through participatory approaches.

3. Direct work experience within the  Asian  region including field-based action research and publicprivate partnership.

4. Commitment to work in a multi-partner, multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural environment.

5. Excellent written and spoken English is essential and other languages are desired.

6. Willingness to travel across the region.

7. Citizen of an Asian country. 

Conditions: Appointment shall be for a two-year term, renewable subject to available funding. Salary will be regionally competitive, paid in US dollars, and commensurate with experience. The package of benefits is for an unaccompanied (individual) posting which includes employer-paid medical, life and disability insurance and retirement benefits. Allowances toward relocation, housing, home leave travel and annual leave are also provided. CIP prides itself on its collegial and supportive working environment, which allows space for personal and professional growth.

Applications: Applicants should apply by email, sending a letter of motivation, a full C.V., and the names and contact information of three references that are  knowledgeable  of  the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to:  CIP-Recruitment@cgiar.org. 

The reference name of the position should be clearly marked on the subject line of the email message. Screening of applications will begin on 12 January 2012 and will continue until the post is filled. All applications will be acknowledged, however only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Learn more about CIP by accessing our web site at http://www.cipotato.org

Reference: Centro Internacional de la Papa http://xa.yimg.com/kq/groups/3192732/392830011/name/Regional%20value%20chain%20specialist%20Dec11.pdf