Posting Title: Human Resources Assistant, G6
Job Code Title: HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT
Department/ Office: Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific
Duty Station: BANGKOK
Posting Period: 14 June 2021-13 July 2021
Job Opening number: 21-HRE-ESCAP-157354-R-BANGKOK (O)
Staffing Exercise ID: N/A

Organization Setting and Reporting

The mandate of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) is to promote sustainable and inclusive development and regional connectivity in the Asian and Pacific region. ESCAP’s role as a regional development arm of the United Nations Secretariat is to support its membership with policy oriented research and analysis, normative support and technical assistance and capacity building, to respond to the development priorities and changing needs of the Asian and Pacific region.

This position is located in the Staff Advisory Services of the Human Resources Management Section, Division of Administration. The Human Resources Assistant works under the direct supervision of the Human Resources Officer.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Human Resources Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:

Recruitment and placement

• Assists in the filling of posts in the professional category, particularly the completion of pre-recruitment formalities, calculating salaries and related benefits, preparing and dispatching offers of appointment and Statement of Emoluments.
• Coordinates the on-boarding process, including medical clearance, travel arrangements, shipment of personal effects,visa matters, induction and the release/reporting of selected candidates .

Administration of entitlements

• Advises staff and administrative assistants in substantive offices and prepares written response to queries concerning HR related matters in particular those related to benefits and allowances.
• Reviews and processes staff members’ entitlements related claims and other HR-related matters, including dependency allowance, education grant, rental subsidy, mobility and related allowances, medical insurance, group life insurance, pension fund, and time and attendance (covering overtime, night differentials, compensatory time off, sick leave, special leave without pay, and flexible working accessibility arrangements).
• Reviews and processes relevant Personnel Actions and entitlement transactions in “Umoja”, an enterprise resource planning software, and maintains/updates relevant database and reference tables, including monitoring contractual status of staff members and timely extension of fixed-term appointments by utilizing reporting functionalities in HR systems and processing the movement of Professional staff on transfer/secondment/loan within the UN system of organizations.
• Undertakes monitoring functions on applicable entitlements and follows up on cases identified for the purpose until closure of each case.

General

• Provides general office support services; drafts and/or processes a variety of correspondence and other communications and assists in the preparation for distribution / submission to various offices. Sets up and maintains reference files/records (electronic and paper).
• Maintains automated database containing HR related statistics and prepares periodic reports and reviews organizational staffing tables; generates and reviews business intelligence reports from the enterprise resources planning system.
• Performs other duties as required.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Knowledge of human resources policies, procedures and practices and ability to apply them in an organizational setting. Demonstrates use of initiative and makes appropriate linkages in work requirements and anticipates next steps. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
• Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent. Additional training in human resources management skills is desirable.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in human resources management, administrative services or related area is required. Experience working in the United Nations Common System is desirable. Experience working with Enterprise Resource Planning software, i.e. SAP or Peoplesoft in HR modules is desirable. Experience in handling benefits and entitlements in an international organization is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

Assessment

Qualified applicants may be evaluated through a competency-based interview and/or other assessment methods.

Special Notice

Appointment against this post is on a local basis; candidates shall be recruited in the country or within commuting distance of the ESCAP office, irrespective of nationality and length of time the candidate may have been in the country. If no suitable local candidate is identified, candidates located elsewhere may be considered. The candidate is responsible for any expenses incurred in taking the relevant examinations at the duty station, and of any costs related to traveling and relocating to the duty station in the event of an employment offer.

Must have passed the United Nations Global General Service Test (GGST) at Headquarters or an equivalent locally-administered test at Offices Away from Headquarters.

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

Position Title: Consultant
Duty Station: Home Based
Appointment: Consultant, 60 days
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 20 June 2021

1. Background:

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization providing services to governments and migrants in the field of migration. With 173 member states and offices in more than 100 countries, IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. IOM is characterized by its strong field presence, its provision of services, including in very remote areas, advice to governments, and direct contact with crisis-affected communities. Throughout the past years, IOM has strengthened its institutional policies and commitments on protection in humanitarian settings, including addressing gender-based violence (GBV). IOM’s Protection in Humanitarian Action (PiHA) framework aims to provide the Organization with a strategic, predictable and consistent approach to protection. Embedded in its broader approach to protection, and building on knowledge and good practice, IOM launched and rolled out its Institutional Framework to address GBV in Crises (the GBViC Framework) in 2018, grounded on IOM’s overall vision that crisis-affected persons live free from GBV. The GBViC framework has represented a major step in the institutionalization of actions to address GBV across IOM’s emergency programming, reaching a key commitment made under the Global Call to Action to Address GBV in Emergencies.

Worldwide, IOM camp managers, shelter engineers or health workers, amongst others, witness every day first-hand the devastating – and often prolonged – consequences of crises and displacement, including the individual harm and suffering caused by acts of GBV, and the negative impacts that this violence can have on communities that the Organization seeks to assist and protect. Humanitarian crises and situations of fragility can exacerbate exposure to different forms of GBV.

Since 2015, IOM HQ has been implementing a global project on GBV prevention and mitigation activities under the Safe from the Start Initiative (SFTS) supported by the US Department of State Bureau of Population, Refugees and Migration (PRM). The project has allowed IOM to advance its global commitments on Protection from GBV and become one of the leading agencies on GBV risk mitigation measures in humanitarian settings.

IOM’s operations are mandated to safeguard the dignity and well-being of all crisis-affected persons, especially women and girls, and aims to ensure that their equitable access to services is prioritized, integrated and coordinated across all IOM crisis operations. Furthermore, IOM’s protection interventions have been designed to reduce vulnerabilities to GBV at the onset of emergencies, by building the capacity of field practitioners to identify, prevent and mitigate GBV risks; providing innovative tools to improve the management of sectoral responses and coordination of service provision in response to identified risks; enhancing operational collaboration between IOM sectors, GBV and other specialized Protection actors; and improving women’s participation in camp governance structures.

In Asia and the Pacific, disasters, as well as conflict, have led to repeated and persistent internal displacement in many countries. IOM works closely the National Disaster Management Agencies and other emergency response actors to develop preparedness, disaster risk reduction, disaster risk management and emergency response protocols and standard operating procedures and also builds capacity of relevant government and NGO staff to effectively respond to emergencies in line with international humanitarian standards.

Towards this end, IOM wishes to hire a consultant to produce a toolkit that will guide IOM country offices in Asia and the Pacific through developing or updating Protection and GBV considerations for Evacuation Centre Management Guidelines.

Scope of consultancy:
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing a toolkit to support country offices in the region with addressing Protection/Gender-Based Violence in Evacuation Centre Management guidelines. The toolkit will include sample guidelines for mainstreaming Protection and GBV in evacuation centre management, as well as key tools and information, education and communication products that can be used in support of Protection and GBV risk mitigation in evacuation centres. The toolkit should be easily adaptable to different country contexts and designed with the objective of helping IOM staff work collaboratively with governments. The toolkit should be contextualized to the Asia Pacific region.

The consultant will work under the direct supervision of the Regional Protection and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Specialist based in Bangkok, Thailand, in close coordination with the Senior Emergency and Post-Crisis Specialist in Bangkok, Thailand and the global Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM), Shelter and Settlement and GBV teams at IOM Headquarters.

2. Core Functions/Responsibilities:

1. Undertake an in-depth desk review of existing tools and grey literature on integration of GBV and Protection considerations in evacuation centre management, evacuations, CCCM, shelter, and emergency preparedness operations.
2. Consult with IOM country office teams and other key actors in the region about their roles and responsibilities related to management of evacuation centres, as well as existing practices for integration of GBV and protection considerations in evacuation centre management.
3. Building off existing guidance and tools, develop sample guidelines for integrating GBV and Protection safeguards into evacuation centre management, with a specific focus on contexts relevant to the Asia Pacific region, and which can be adapted to specific country contexts.
4. Compile and/or develop key tools to be used in evacuation centre management with a focus on GBV and protection (e.g., safety audits, checklists for GBV risk mitigation etc.).
5. Create a brief guidance note to aid country offices in adapting and using the sample guidelines and tools. Adapt the guidance note into a short (2-hour maximum) webinar/training module (PowerPoint and notes).
6. Coordinate with IOM’s Communications staff in the Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific to incorporate graphics into the toolkit to make it user-friendly and to develop other visual tools that could be useful within the toolkit (e.g., information, education and communication materials) based on best practices and international guidelines.
7. Support select IOM Country Offices in the region (e.g., Fiji, Timor-Leste, Philippines, Vanuatu) in using the toolkit and adapting content to their specific contexts.

3. Key Deliverables and Timelines

4. Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s degree in humanitarian affairs, development studies, political or social sciences, architecture or engineering, gender studies, public health, or other relevant fields from an accredited academic institution with 7 years of relevant professional experience; or
• University degree in the above fields with 9 years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience working with camps or camp-like settings; specifically collective centres or evacuation centres in Asia or the Pacific preferred;
• Understanding of the Camp Coordination and Camp Management sector, including and especially management of evacuation centres;
• Demonstrated ability to develop strategies, operational frameworks and tools to address protection needs, monitor multi-sectoral prevention, risk mitigation and response programs within the humanitarian architecture;
• Experience providing practical technical guidance and capacity building material on protection/GBV principles and approaches during emergencies for various stakeholders, including non-GBV specialized staff, national authorities, partners, etc.;
• Experience working on GBV programming and/or with GBV survivors in an emergency or post-conflict environment;
• Knowledge of Protection/GBV coordination mechanisms.

Skills

• Strong planning and coordination skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and across time zones
• A strong experience in humanitarian settlement operations – CCCM, Site planning, camp/site management, guidelines development and humanitarian standards principles and guidelines.
• Sound ability to communicate practical knowledge on actions to address Protection and GBV issues at the operational level
• Demonstrated analytical, writing and reporting skills
• Solid computer skills (MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint); preference for capacity with design, illustration, graphics software etc.

Languages
Fluency in English language is required.

Desirable Competencies
The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences and encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex mattersin an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

About Habitat for Humanity

Habitat for Humanity, founded in 1976, is a global, Christian-based nonprofit organization that grew out of an intentionally multi-racial community in rural Georgia. Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat brings together people of all faiths and people of no faith to build homes, communities and hope. Working alongside each other, we help families and individuals build and improve places to call home and achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves. Habitat seeks individuals who have a willingness to affirm these principles and values.

Habitat for Humanity International is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified personnel for all our positions in a manner that does not unlawfully discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran/reserve national guard status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Job opportunities with HFHI AP

1. Director – Resource Development

Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is currently seeking a talented professional for the role of a Director, Resource Development. Reporting to the Area Vice President, Asia Pacific, the Director for Resource Development will lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive Resource Development (RD) strategy for the Asia and the Pacific Region. The candidate will be responsible for ultimate oversight of a donor portfolio that generates US$25-30 million annually, as well as for driving annual revenue growth as part of the strategic vision of Global Impact 2025 tripling impact, scale and funding across the region. Key stakeholders include the federated Global Funding Network (GFN) organizations, the federation of National Organizations (NOs), Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) headquarters Resource Development (HQ RD), and other HFHI Area Office (AO) departments.

This position will be based in Manila, Philippines.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership and Strategic Management (30%)

• Develop, review, update and implement a regional fundraising strategy in collaboration and coordination with key stakeholders (i.e. AO, NO’s, GFN’s,HQ) with a focus on AP philanthropic resources that support HFHI priority countries and programs
• Lead and manage the AP AO fundraising team and annual revenue quota from the different sources of funding of AP’s portfolio (corporate, major gifts, affiliate tithe and Global Village volunteers)
• Collaborate with global foundation, organization and institutional fundraising (GFOI) team to identify and leverage match funding and other funding opportunities in the region
• Strengthen the fundraising work through the use of technology (CRM) and guided by metrics related to fundraiser performance, effectiveness and efficiency
• Coordinate and collaborate with the global HFHI fundraising/resource development (HQ and other AOs), and with the Global Communications Team on developing Global Funding Network communication investment strategies, collaborative fundraising initiatives, global brand awareness and marketing initiatives including direct marketing
• Identify, evaluate, propose and implement plans for fundraising innovations that deliver strong ROI
• As a member of the Asia-Pacific Area Leadership Team (ALT), provide input into and support for the overall strategy and programs of the AP Area Office of HFHI

Relationship Management (30%)

• As the main fundraising leader for AP, cultivate, nurture and manage relationships with key donors and supporters (e.g. Multinational Corporations and the Asia-Pacific Development Council)
• Provide direction and oversight to RD-led events and initiatives

People and Resource Management (40%)

• Maintain an annual direct fundraising portfolio according to the annual targets
• Manage the HFHI revenue and expense budgets for RD in AP
• Coordinate and support the evaluation (e.g. Go/No Go process) and development of all major funding proposals (corporate, major donors) as well as the reporting to global donors
• Lead and manage day-to-day operations of the RD AP department
• Cultivate and nurture talent within the AP-RD department, and coach them in a practical way on budgeting, purchasing, strategic and operational planning, and reporting systems

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Sales & Marketing, Business Administration, International Development, or other related course
• 10+ years of experience, including demonstrated professional fundraising experience, having asked for and secured a gift of at least USD 1 million
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience directly leading a team of fundraising professionals
• Minimum of 5 years’ fundraising experience in Asia and the Pacific and within the NGO or non-profit sector
• Demonstrated capacity to effectively work in a multidisciplinary and multi-cultural environment
• Experience directing, managing, or coordinating organizations to achieve targets within a NGO federated structure would be a plus
• Portfolio of donor relationships specifically with Asian and European corporations, foundations and bi-lateral/multi-lateral funders

Demonstrate Habitat’s Servant Leadership Capabilities:

• Lead the mission
• Lead for results
• Lead self
• Lead others

Active support of HFHI Values & Commitments:

• Humility – We are part of something bigger than ourselves
• Courage – We do what’s right, even when it is difficult or unpopular
• Accountability – We take personal responsibility for Habitat’s mission
• Safeguarding: HFHI requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work. Managers at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of Habitat for Humanity’s code of conduct

Skills and Qualifications:

• Cultural awareness and high EQ capacity
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), including public speaking
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills
• Strong capacity to discern and prioritize opportunities
• Strong leadership
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Coaching, consultancy, and advisory skills
• Technology literate including computer literacy (Microsoft Office suite)
• Fluent in English. Another language spoken in the AP area is a plus

Preferred:

• Master’s degree
• Fundraising experience in the USA, European, or another region
• Understanding of and working knowledge of multi-lateral funding agencies, foundations, organizations and institutions as well as impact investments

2. Associate Director, MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning)

Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is currently seeking a talented professional for the role of Associate Director, MEAL (Asia Pacific). Within the framework of the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) of HFHI, the Associate Director – MEAL will oversee regional efforts to develop field-level capacity to assess communities’ capacities and vulnerabilities; identify and design programs / projects that have a strong understanding of and are responsive to their local housing ecosystem; and plan and execute MEAL exercises.

Reporting to the Director, Operations, this position is responsible for the development and implementation of MEAL capacities, systems and processes throughout the Area. This position advises and oversees National Organizations as well as HFHI program staff on all aspects of MEAL. This will support the improvement of program and project efficiency and effectiveness, decision making and knowledge management throughout the project life cycle. This position will also oversee regional knowledge management initiatives in support of our Theory of Change, including managing research and evaluation across the region, regional participation in the development of agency-wide metrics, and organizational continuous improvement. This position will be based in Manila, Philippines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Leadership

• Lead the development, implementation and advocacy of HFHI MEAL approaches that define and measure program and project capacity and results that help further HFHI’s Theory of Change, identify areas of strength and opportunities for growth, and promote best practices
• Lead Area-wide initiatives and activities that build program capacity through the effective use of MEAL systems and processes
• Supervise direct reports, including planning, goal setting, staff development, and evaluation
• Represent Asia Pacific on Global task forces and conferences as appropriate, and in the HFHI global MEAL Leadership Team

Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning

• Oversee the development of MEAL processes and tools that identify qualities in our interventions that contribute to positive impact in target communities.
• Oversee MEAL’s input into Resource Development and Global Foundations, Organizations & Institutions proposal development and inform the Go/No-Go process.
• Conduct community-based analyses including of communities’ capacities and vulnerabilities in support of Habitat’s new theory of change
• Supervise and / or conduct baseline studies and research for new program development, as required
• Manage the identification and monitoring and sharing of programmatic data to support decision-makers
• Taking into account the specific challenges associated with each project, develop or oversee the development of MEAL plans including:
  • Developing systems to receive and route reports from Community-Based Feedback Mechanisms (CBFM) to ensure feedback and complaints are appropriately managed
  • Developing monitoring frameworks, systems, and tools to support local project management and reporting at all levels with responsible and high-quality data processes
  • Developing evaluation and learning plans

Data Management Systems and Products

• Coordinate AP feedback for revising HFHI data management systems (Standards of Excellence, Global Metrics Tool) as part of GI25 and the Theory of Change work; oversee the application of updates/changes to these systems in AP.
• Actively support the scoping and development of HFHI’s global MEAL MIS
• Ensure that the MEAL team’s guidance to NOs on the development of complementary and appropriate data management are aligned with GI25 initiatives.

Capacity Building

• Develop a framework for building MEAL capacity in the AP region, in alignment with global guidance; empower team to execute this framework.

Networking

• Support in program design discussions and prepositioning work with complex donors
• Participate in HFHI evaluation network; work with counterparts in other Areas
• Lead development of partnerships with research and evaluation organizations and institutions
• Represent HFHI at regional MEAL forums

Minimum Required:

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years relevant experience or Master’s degree in a related field: evaluation, sociology, social work, international relations, international development
• Specialization and/or professional certification in MEAL to affected populations, participatory approaches, or learning approaches
• 5+ years experience in a similar level position with a development and/or humanitarian organization
• Demonstrated knowledge / experience facilitating participatory processes with marginalized groups
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in MEAL, accountability to communities, learning, research and evaluation methodologies, standards and practices
• Demonstrated experience with qualitative and quantitative data analysis, statistics and design of data collection instruments
• Understanding of contemporary trends and innovations in MEAL
• Strong technical expertise in strategy development, evaluation, and social investigation, qualitative and quantitative analysis, multi-site evaluations, and standards of evaluation
• Familiarity with statistical / qualitative data analysis software to support MEAL and knowledge management
• Fluency in English
• Project management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multi-cultural team
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking and problem solving skills

Active support of HFHI Values:

• Humility – We are part of something bigger than ourselves
• Courage – We do what’s right, even when it is difficult or unpopular
• Accountability – We take personal responsibility for Habitat’s mission
• Safeguarding: HFHI requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work. Managers at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of Habitat for Humanity’s code of conduct.

Preferred:

• Adult training and facilitation skills required
  Experience implementing data collection instruments using mobile data-collection platforms

Coordinator, Proposal Development and Grant Writing

BACKGROUND

IUCN’s Asia programme covers 25 countries and consists of 11 country offices coordinated from its regional office in Bangkok, Thailand. Its regional team of over 200 professional and support staff members work closely with its members and partners in undertaking projects that:

1. Address species loss and ecosystem degradation,
2. Help improve biodiversity conservation and natural resources management,
3. Promote nature-based solutions to reduce climate and environmental risks, and
4. Mobilize private sector engagement and nature finance.

Open to all nationalities. Final appointment will be governed by the Local Conditions of Service and where applicable, the Global Expat Policy.

Grant-writing

• Provides guidance, review and support to staff in proposal drafting, revision and finalization
• Leads grant-writing for assigned proposals in collaboration with programme/project teams and partners across country, regional and HQ offices.
• Designs initiatives to enhance in-house capacity for grant-writing and proposal development.

REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s degree in a discipline relevant to IUCN’s thematic areas of work. A Bachelor’s degree with an additional year of relevant experience and professional trainings and/or certifications may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree requirement.
• At least 8 years’ relevant experience in resource mobilization, proposal development and grant-writing for science-oriented development initiatives.
• Prior involvement in resource mobilization initiatives with international development/ environment/climate financing such as GEF and GCF, and with private business sector and philanthropic organizations (essential/a distinct advantage).
• Relevant experience with international organizations such as development agencies and NGOs, research institutes and universities, grant-making and other funding organizations preferable.
• Proven ability to identify and pursue strategic funding opportunities
• Track record of successful grant-proposals and other modes of securing funding support.
• Established professional and personal network of contacts with development funders and partners, both internationally and within the Asia region.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Capable of delivering quality outputs and results under tight deadlines.
• Exhibits teamwork, multi-cultural awareness, client orientation, adaptability, openness to continuous learning.
• Proficient in various computer software for managing information systems, databases and communications.

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.