Jaajef waa G-L, For those interested: International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA) VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT FINANCE OFFICER Aleppo, Syria The Organisation ICARDA is a non-profit international agricultural research center in a worldwide consortium of 16 centers, supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). The CGIAR is co-sponsored by the World Bank, the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations, the United Nations Development Program and the United Nations Environment Program. With a staff of over 400 scientists and support personnel, representing more than 40 nationalities, ICARDA addresses two key areas of agricultural research: germplasm improvement (cereals and legumes) and natural resource management. The Position The Finance Officer, who reports to the Director of Finance, has primary responsibility for: Donor Reporting and Budget Management including financial administration of grants, including compliance with donor reporting requirements maintenance of donor database follow-up on all outstanding grant balances for core and special projects preparation of monthly management reports and quarterly financial report to audit committee of the Board of Trustees Qualifications Required: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Management or Business (or related subject) CPA or CA qualification at least 10 years' experience of which 5 should have been in a supervisory capacity experience in a multi-cultural environment computer literacy, particularly databases and financial packages ability to work with staff of broadly differing disciplines and backgrounds excellent English skills Qualifications Preferred: knowledge of CGIAR budget and financial guidelines, familiarity with Microsoft, Dbase or Oracle. Terms of Appointment The appointment will be for an initial period of one year, renewable thereafter on an annual basis. The salary is paid in US dollars. Benefits include housing allowance, paid home leave travel, a savings scheme, life and health insurance package, vehicle for business and personal use, and free enrollment for dependent children in the ICARDA-administered International School (KG-Grade 12). For more details about ICARDA, the position and living in Syria, see ICARDA's Website: http://www.cgiar.org/icarda Qualified applicants are invited to send: A cover letter of interest, including recent salary history; curriculum vitae; names, addresses, fax and e-mail of three professional referees; photocopies (non-returnable) of other relevant supporting documents, to: Personnel Office, ICARDA P.O. Box 5466 Aleppo Syria Tel: (963-21) 2213477, 2225112, or 2225012 Fax: (963-21) 2213490, 2225105, or 5744622 E-mail: [log in to unmask] (If sending by e-mail, please do not include graphics or other large file attachments.) REFERENCE: quote INT/8124/99 on the application (or in the subject line if applying by e-mail). APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications must be received by 10 March 2000. ------------- SODETEG SODETEG, is one of the leading European multidisciplinary firms providing consultancy and technical assistance to Governments and Institutions throughout the world. For projects in Asia, we are urgently seeking long-term and short-term Consultants in Education and Social Sectors: Project Management Monitoring & Evaluation Curriculum Design Instructional Development Training of Trainers Vocational Training Employment and labour market Candidates should have sectoral background and more than 10 years experience in developing countries and especially in Asia. For Long term assignments, candidates should have a strong experience in Team Leadership in the field. Interested candidates should send their CV by fax or e-mail to : Mrs Pascale Forestier Fax : 33 1 56 30 64 15 E-mail: [log in to unmask] BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGERS (1) Eastern/Southern Africa (2) West Africa The Agrisystems Group provides international short-term consultancy and project management services in the rural sector. Projects in Africa are managed from both the UK (Headquarters) and from Agrisystems (Eastern Africa) Ltd in Nairobi. The company's business is expanding. There is the need to recruit two business development managers to join the present management team. Possible locations are Nairobi (Eastern/Southern Africa) and UK (West Africa). Suitable applicants, would have a minimum of 8 years international project management and marketing experience, an appropriate degree (possibly Natural Sciences/Economics) and demonstrate the following qualities: Project management experience in Africa Marketing experience with donor agencies An aptitude for building long term partnerships Interest in developing strategic and business skills Commitment to poverty alleviation/elimination Good interpersonal, communication and proposal writing skills The challenge would be to build and manage an expanding portfolio of projects within the framework of a company combining professional integrity and commercial realities. The primary sector is rural livelihoods with focus on agriculture, health and infrastructure. Full CVs should be sent by 25th February, 2000 to: Agrisystems Limited Agrisystems House Oxford Road Stone Bucks HP17 8PL UK Fax: +44 1296 747075 E-mail: [log in to unmask] Please quote reference 01/2000. Agrisystems wishes to expand its database of consultants with experience of working in Post Conflict Countries. Skills required include engineering, agriculture, water supply, logistics and infrastructure. CVs to be forwarded via e-mail to: [log in to unmask] quoting reference 02/2000. ------------ Strategy Consultants, Telecom/Internet, London We are recruiting additional experienced consultants for our strategy consulting practice: individuals with exceptional track records in consulting for major-league telecom operators and manufacturers. Our strategy practice specialises in long-term advisory relationships with major client companies in telecoms, information technology and e-commerce. We work with senior decision-makers, who look to us to combine deep industry expertise with creativity and strategic perspective. Typical engagements concern third-generation mobile communications; alliances; and the transition of public networks to IP-based technology. We bring to such engagements understanding of markets, pricing, distribution, finance, technology and regulation. The successful candidates will join us at Associate level (or Principal level for exceptionally qualified candidates). We are looking for: A first degree in a relevant analytically-oriented discipline such as Economics or Electrical Engineering An MBA from a top business school, or comparable postgraduate qualifications At least 4 years' experience, including experience in telecom consulting with a major consulting firm A strongly analytical approach Excellent written and oral communication skills Enthusiasm, and commitment to the highest professional standards Compensation is competitive with other leading consulting firms. Send your CV and a cover letter by mail, fax or email to: Carol Joy Tyler & Company The Cranewell 2 Michael Road London SW6 2AD Fax: 0207 471 4001 Email: [log in to unmask] ---------- nternational Institute of Tropical Agriculture Regional Program Coordinator Sustainable Tree Crops Program The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture, with headquarters in Ibadan, Nigeria, seeks qualified candidates for the position of Regional Program Coordinator of the Sustainable Tree Crops Program (STCP) in West and Central Africa. IITA is an international agricultural research institute in a worldwide consortium of 16 centers co-sponsored by the World Bank, FAO, UNDP and UNEP and supported by over 40 donor countries and institutions. For more information on IITA and a detailed position announcement, visit out website at www.cgiar.org/iita or contact the International Recruitment Officer at the email address listed below. The preferred candidate will possess a Ph.D. in an appropriate discipline with 10 years experience in the tree crops or related sectors. Specific experience in smallholder production and/or marketing sub-sectors of cocoa, cashew, and coffee is highly desirable. This appointment is for an initial period of three years. The Regional Program Coordinator will be based at IITA's Humid Forest Ecoregional Center (HFC) in YaoundÈ, Cameroon. Applicants for this position are invited to send their curriculum vitae, date of availability, and names and addresses of three professional referees to Mrs. Frances McDonald, International Recruitment Officer by Fax 234-2-241-2221 or Email [log in to unmask] ---------- Program Officer - Evaluation Unit /Administrateur de programme (h/f) - Section de l'Èvaluation ResumÈs should be sent to quoting the reference number either by mail at Human Resources IDRC, p.o. Box 8500, Ottawa, (Ontario) Canada K1G3H9, by e-mail to:[log in to unmask] or by fax at (613)238-7230. ------------- Sibley International seeks a candidate for the following position. Apply directly to the address given in the job description. Sibley International is a development consulting company whose principal clients are donor organizations such as the US Agency for International Development and the World Bank. The focus of our work is private sect ordevelopment in emerging economies. A short-term expatriate is needed in the newly independent States (NIS) to act as an advisor on higher education accounting curriculum reform. Principal duties will include working with university faculty and administrators to: * Review and revise the overall structure of the undergraduate curriculum for accounting majors to meet the needs of a market economy; * Review existing course contents and revise, or replace, as appropriate; * Conduct workshops on the need for curriculum reform, the steps to be taken, and implementation measures; and * Assist with faculty training and retraining: particularly with respect to pedagogy. The 2-month consulting position is available immediately. It requires 5-10 years of involvement in accounting curriculum development, international experience: preferably within the NIS, and senior-level expertise in the field of academic accounting. 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