Berufsbezeichnung:
ICVA NGO Fora and Humanitarian Coordination Consultant

Arbeitsbeschreibung:
ICVA and humanitarian NGO Fora The main objective of this new initiative is to provide further support to in-country humanitarian NGO Fora and to increase their influence, as a collective body, at the global level. Support to NGO Fora: This programme aims to provide further support to humanitarian NGO Fora in terms of: Governance Human Resources Strategy, advocacy and engagement with the humanitarian system Emergency response Advocacy and representation at global level: This programme aims to: Raise awareness and create momentum at the global level around the key role of NGO Fora Bring NGO Fora’s concerns to decision-makers at global level and in global forums (i.e. IASC, Emergency Directors Group-EDG) Participate in shaping humanitarian global operational policies (mainly through the IASC Emergency Directors Group-EDG- and Humanitarian Coordination Pool), ensuring NGO Fora perspectives are captured. Objective Under the management of the ICVA Director of Partnership and Policy, the consultant will be responsible for setting up this programme, and designing and sustaining its long term strategy, in close collaboration with the ICVA team, NGO Fora, InterAction and other key partners. Main Responsibilities Design of the programme framework and strategy: In close collaboration with the ICVA team, NGO Fora and key partners, the consultant is responsible for developing the programme’s framework and its long term strategy. Fundraising The consultant will coordinate and lead the fundraising approach for this programme. Support to NGO Fora She/he will provide support to NGO Fora on the 4 main issues identified as part of this programme (governance, human resources, advocacy and strategy, emergency response) She/he will coordinate ICVA 2016 series of regional workshops for NGO Fora in Asia, Africa and MENA. Advocacy and representation at global level The consultant will coordinate ICVA’s work of collecting and bringing NGO Fora’s voices to the various forums where ICVA sits (starting with the IASC Emergency Directors Group - EDG) She/he will participate and support the ICVA team in shaping humanitarian global operational policies (mainly through the IASC Emergency Directors Group-EDGand Humanitarian Coordinatora Pool), ensuring NGO Fora’s perspectives are captured. Coordination and collaboration with InterAction and other key actors: As part of this programme the consultant facilitates good coordination and collaboration with InterAction and other key partners The consultant proposes way to ensure that the long term strategy of this programme is centered around a collective approach with key partners. Qualifications and Requirements Education: Advanced university degree in relevant field, such as humanitarian assistance, international relations, political sciences, or related academic field Experience: A minimum of 7 years’ work experience in the area of humanitarian action (including with NGOs) Demonstrable experience in working with NGO Fora (as coordinator, secretariat staff, steering committee members, etc.) Experience in writing proposals and fundraising Demonstrable experience in representation and advocacy Demonstrable experience in influencing external partners Demonstrable experience in working collectively or with networks or alliances Experience of working in remote management team work Knowledge Extensive knowledge of the humanitarian sector and policies Extensive knowledge of NGO Fora and NGO coordination issues Competencies and skills: Understanding of NGO Fora’s roles and missions Understanding of ICVA’s mission and NGO contributions to the humanitarian sector Fundraising skills Proven ability to work autonomously Proven ability to work in a team Proven ability to work under pressure and be flexible, including the ability to cope with deadlines, multiple tasks, and competing and changing demands Ability to set her/himself and others challenging, but realistic targets Well-developed communication, presentat

Angestelltenname: International Council of Voluntary Agencies ICVA

Arbeitgeber-Adresse:
International Council of Voluntary Agencies ICVA Avenue Giuseppe-Motta 26 1202 Genève

Form von Kontakt: Manuela Corbolino

Arbeitgeber Telefonnummer: +41 22 950 96 08

Stellenkurzbeschreibung: Juristen

Land: Schweiz

Region: Genève

Vertragslaufzeit: Unbefristet

Vertragstyp: Vollzeit

Erforderliche Ausbildung: Uni/HS

Erfahrung: 5 Jahre und mehr

Quelle des Stellenangebots:
SECO,Öffentliche Arbeitsverwaltungen, Schweiz (Confoederatio Helvetica)

Fahrerlaubnis: Nein

Wie Sie sich bewerben: Weitere Angaben (siehe Beschreibung)

Gehalt Währung: CHF

Gehaltsperiode: Gehalt Periode nicht spezifiziert

Gehalt Besteuerung: brutto