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Organization: Plan UK
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 20 Mar 2017

£38,771 per annum

Plan International UK strives to advance children’s rights and equality for girls all over the world. Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 75 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

We are seeking to build our programme development capacity by creating a pool of individuals with programme development experience in specialist sectors. Successful applicants will be considered for specific roles that are anticipated on upcoming proposal processes. Specific roles would vary in duration depending on the nature of the opportunity, but would generally be expected to be offered on short term contracts (between two and six months in length).

You will provide surge technical support to the design of programmes in our priority sectors (Education, WASH, Youth Economic Empowerment) and lead on specific assigned proposal development processes in close coordination with relevant Country Offices and consortium partners.

You will have proven experience of developing high quality proposals and/or tenders for institutional donors, particularly DFID, multilaterals or the EC, and of working remotely with multiple countries and partners to develop proposals/tenders within tight time frames. You will also be a confident networker with experience of liaising with donors and supporting staff to engage with institutional donors (e.g. DFID, EC, multilaterals). Overseas experience and programme implementation experience would be an advantage, and we would be particularly interested in your application if you have technical experience in Education, WASH or Youth Economic Empowerment.

The deadline for applications is 9:00am on Monday 20 March 2017

It is anticipated that that interviews will take place during week commencing 20 March 2017

Due to the nature of our work with children, we follow rigorous child protection policies and procedures in our recruitment process. As a result, some of our roles are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Service. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from joining us as an employee or volunteer; this will depend on the circumstances of any offences.

How to apply:

Please visit https://plan-uk.org/jobs-and-volunteering for more information and to apply.

Organization: International Justice Mission
Country: Thailand
Closing date: 30 Apr 2017

Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Contract: 1 year, renewable

Start Date: As soon as possible

Compensation: Competitive with benefits

Reports to: Human Resources and Administrative Manager

International Justice Mission (IJM) is a global organization headquartered in Washington, DC that protects the vulnerable from violence by partnering with government authorities to rescue victims, bring criminals to justice, restore survivors, and strengthen criminal justice systems so they protect the vulnerable from violence and abuse long-term. IJM is a global team of lawyers, social workers and other professionals. IJM has 17 field offices across the globe, including multiple offices in Southeast Asia.

IJM has worked in northern Thailand through IJM’s Chiang Mai field office (FO) since 2000, partnering with government authorities on hill tribe Thai citizenship cases and cases of sexual violence against children. In 2017, IJM will establish a new field office in Bangkok that will provide support to Thai authorities to eliminate labor trafficking and forced labor from the Thai fishing and seafood industries. IJM lawyers, fieldworkers, social workers and other professionals will support Thai law enforcement, social services and the judiciary to identify and prosecute cases of forced labor and labor trafficking crimes and restore labor trafficking survivors to safety and strength.

Position Details:

IJM is seeking an IT Support Technician for its Bangkok Field Office. The successful candidate will manage the office’s information technology system and ensure the continuous availability and reliability of network systems and IT services that are compliant with the organization’s standards and policies.

Responsibilities:

Set up and manage the FO information technology system, including:

Set up/Install/Update computers (including all computer-based electronic systems) and other communications (e.g. PABX system) network according to IJM headquarters IT standards.
Ensure continuous availability and reliability of network services, including performing related preventive maintenance and repair procedures in coordination with IT service provider.
Periodically evaluate network performance and recommend improvements as necessary.
Ensure proper maintenance and/or repair of computer resources, including keeping updated inventory listing of assets.
Ensure FO Shared Drive, E-mail, Internet and other IT systems are operational.
Train network users on the proper use and care of IT resources.
Train network users in prevention and awareness on current IT security issues.
Utilize Helpdesk ticketing system through Freshdesk, in coordination with IJM’s Regional IT Specialist.
Manage and direct repairs to qualified contractors as needed, in coordination with IJM’s Regional IT Specialist.
Empower network users to perform basic IT troubleshooting.
Remind all network users of importance of compliance with headquarters and field office IT standards and policies, including Helpdesk Ticketing systems, social media posts, etc.

Provide other IT support services as follows:

Facilitate purchase of IT assets and manage IT supplies, including toners, batteries, monitors, etc.
Ensure CCTV, office access control system, and PABX system are operational.
Maintenance of magnetic door system and record issuance of security-related cards for magnetic door.
Provide technical support on audio/video interview related activities.
Provide technical software support for finance department software.
Provide technical support to projects/activities that involve use of specialized IT equipment or software/application.

Other:

Provide administrative support during joint activities with partners as may be necessary - IT support and/or logistics support. Perform other related duties and tasks as assigned by the Human Resources and Administrative Manager.

Required Skills and Experience:

Fluency in oral and written communication in English and Thai.
Bachelor’s degree or Vocational Diploma in Computer Science or any computer related course from an accredited university.
Working knowledge in computer hardware and software maintenance and troubleshooting.
Proficiency in Windows OS and Microsoft Office 2013 applications, specifically Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop CS3 or later preferred.
Experience in Audio/Video recording concept and assembly preferred.
Proficiency in Windows Movie Maker and/or other similar applications a plus.
Knowledge in network administration using Microsoft Server Applications a plus.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Critical Qualities:

Strong service ethic and passion to help people suffering injustice.
Organized, detail-oriented, and disciplined with priorities.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Patient, flexible, and persistent.
Unfailing integrity and honesty.
Effective team player.
Works well under stress and minimal supervision.
Punctual, manages time and resources effectively.
Professional, diplomatic, and mature in judgment and demeanor.
Able to work effectively and appropriately in a multi-national, multi-ethnic, cross-cultural setting.
Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information; and
Able to develop creative solutions to complex problems.

How to apply:

In order to apply, submit a complete application form, CV and Cover Letter to bangkokrecruiting@ijm.org. Please specify in the subject which position you are applying for.

Organization: International Justice Mission
Country: Thailand
Closing date: 30 Apr 2017

Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Contract: 1 year, renewable

Start Date: As soon as possible

Compensation: Competitive salary with benefits

Reports to: Bangkok Field Office Director (FOD)

International Justice Mission (IJM) is a global organization that protects the vulnerable from violence by partnering with government authorities to rescue victims, bring criminals to justice, restore survivors, and strengthen criminal justice systems so they protect the vulnerable from violence and abuse long-term. IJM is a global team of lawyers, social workers and other professionals. IJM has 17 field offices across the globe, including multiple offices in Southeast Asia. IJM is headquartered in Washington, DC.

IJM has worked in northern Thailand through IJM’s Chiang Mai Field Office (FO) since 2000, partnering with government authorities on hill tribe Thai citizenship cases and cases of sexual violence against children. In 2017, IJM will establish a new field office in Bangkok that will provide support to Thai authorities to eliminate labor trafficking and forced labor from the Thai fishing and seafood industries. IJM lawyers, social workers, fieldworkers and other professionals will support Thai law enforcement, social services and the judiciary to identify and prosecute cases of forced labor and labor trafficking crimes and restore labor trafficking survivors to safety and strength.

Position Details:

IJM is seeking a Human Resources (HR) and Administrative Manager to lead, establish and manage all HR and daily administrative activities for IJM’s Bangkok office. We are looking for a talented administrator and gifted human resources professional with strong leadership abilities who is passionate about the IJM mission and willing to bring his or her skills in the areas of organizational planning, recruitment/staffing and talent management, performance management, staff care and professional development, and general office administration. This position is based in Bangkok, Thailand and may require occasional travel within Thailand.

Responsibilities:

Leadership

Provide leadership to the HR and administrative team staff; ensure that the department achieves its key result areas.
Manage, supervise and coordinate the activities of HR and administrative staff, including information technology (IT) staff.
Participate on the leadership team for the office.

Staffing and Employee Support

Manage all HR functions, including recruiting, on-boarding of new staff, payroll administration, staffs professional development program, performance management, compensation and benefits, employee relations, occupational health and safety, and staff care program.
Manage IJM Bangkok’s end to end recruitment procedure, partnering with hiring managers throughout the process, and making improvements where needed to ensure a thorough yet prompt candidate review process.
Work with managers across the office to ensure all staff and unfilled positions have current job requirements and job descriptions.
Proactively and creatively seek out candidates for open positions.
Advise leaders as to critical qualities needed for open positions, and give reasoned opinions on hiring choices.
Support all department heads and supervisors in creating and implementing an annual and mid-year staff performance review process.
Maintain employee agreements, personnel records, monthly time sheets, and leave request forms. Work with relevant government agencies related to visa applications, visa extensions, and work permits for foreign staff, interns and fellows.
Serve as the primary point of contact for government regulatory agencies including the Department of Labor (DOL) and Social Security Office (SS), prepare and submit social security and tax payments, and ensure compliance with government policies and regulatory requirements relevant to the employment of national staff.
Manage contracts for temporary hires and external service providers.
Acting as POC and local coordinator for international and local interns, fellows and other volunteers, liaising with the global intern and fellow program and FO leaders as necessary and checking in periodically with interns and fellows on assignment.

Staff Care and Development

Develop and implement an effective office-wide training and development program, and an effective staff care program for the staff.
Identify training and development needs and opportunities.
Oversee and organize logistics for all components of IJM Bangkok’s Staff Care Plan, including staff retreats, health programs, post-incident debriefs and individual staff counseling.

HR Policies and Procedures

Ensure all HR policies, procedures, and HR best practice comply with Thai labor law and other relevant laws and regulations, as well as IJM’s organizational culture, objectives, and standards.
Ensure staff adherence to all HR and primary office policies, including the IJM Employee Manual, Finance Manual, Safety and Security Manual, IT Policy, and Child Protection Policy, among others.

Administration

Manage all general office administrative operations, procedures and policies to ensure smooth and professional functioning of the office environment.
Prepare and manage the annual budget for the work of the HR and administrative staff team, including monitoring spending and reporting on variances from the budget.
Manage office procurement and inventory of equipment, computers, vehicles, office supplies and other assets, including proper maintenance.
Manage office registration, including preparation and submission of reports as required by registration with the Thai government.
Facilitate review and/or renewal of office unit lease, vehicle registration and insurance;
Oversee office maintenance, improvements and repairs.
Ensure electronic filing and record systems on office shared drive are maintained, kept up-to-date and secured.
Work with IJM headquarters IT team to ensure office network system is secure and well-functioning, oversee coordination with IJM’s Regional IT Specialist and/or external contractors in providing effective IT support services to the FO.

Other

Perform other necessary assignments as required

Required Skills and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred.
Progressive professional experience in human resources and office administration of at least 4 to 5 years; 2-3 years’ experience providing HR and administrative leadership to an office of at least 20-30 staff.
Experience working with international organizations, preferably those based in the US, Canada or Europe.
Excellent communication skills, including fluency in spoken and written English and Thai.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Critical Qualities:

Highly developed organizational and leadership skills, superior attention to detail, exceptional follow-through and accountability for results.
Disciplined with priorities, excellent time management and ability to work effectively under deadline pressures; proven ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks with competing demands under tight deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proven ability to exercise sound judgment, take initiative and produce results.
Self-motivated and able to work independently, as well as under supervision and as part of a team.
Ability to perform and thrive in an international organization with an international-standard, professional working style and business culture, in addition to ability to work effectively in Thai and other Southeast Asian working styles and business cultures.
Excellent interpersonal skills, cross-cultural communication, and ability to establish and maintain and foster good working relations in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary working environment.
Flexible, enthusiastic, and willing to receive feedback and learn from others.
Exceptionally high level of honesty and integrity.
Professional presentation in demeanor and written and oral communication.
Passionate commitment to and understanding of IJM’s mission, vision and values.

How to apply:

In order to apply, submit a complete application form, CV and Cover Letter to bangkokrecruiting@ijm.org. Please specify in the subject which position you are applying for.

Organization: International Justice Mission
Country: Thailand
Closing date: 05 May 2017

Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Contract: 1 year, renewable

Start Date: As soon as possible

Compensation: Competitive with benefits

Reports to: Bangkok Field Office Director (FOD)

Position Details:

IJM is seeking an Accounting Manager who will supervise, monitor, control, coordinate and be responsible for all accounting and finance protocols, processes and activities for IJM’s Bangkok operations. We are looking for an individual who will develop a thorough understanding of IJM’s financial compliance requirements and provide best practices for the same across the Bangkok team. The Accounting Manager must share IJM’s values and be passionate about the mission and the vision of IJM. This position is based in Bangkok, Thailand and may require occasional travel within Thailand.

Responsibilities:

Payment Processing

Review all payment requests and expense reports for proper authorization, support, and account/project allocations.
Issue approved cash advances to employees; ensure timely settlement of outstanding advance before issuing a new advance; review/reconcile cash advance balances monthly.
Maintain petty cash fund and log. Ensure all payments are appropriately witnessed and documented and that petty cash log ties to cash on hand and QuickBooks balance.
Calculate and administer employee salary and benefits payments, including deductions and withholding. Ensure timely, accurate payments and reporting to appropriate agencies and ensure all staff are paid in accordance with their salary agreements.
Prepare journal entries for other financial transactions.
Enter all transactions in QuickBooks ledger, ensuring entries are up to date and accurate.

Stewardship

Maintain a thorough working knowledge of the IJM Field Office Finance Manual and all IJM finance policies; continuously communicate key finance messages to staff.
Provide continuous financial reviews and maintain internal control systems to monitor performance, safeguard the financial assets of the organization and ensure the FO passes independent and governmental audits.
Advise the FOD and leadership team on financial management, budgeting, cash flow, including assessing and explaining long and short-term implications for the organization of alternatives and decisions.
Advise on the allocation of department-wise budgets, provide assistance and oversight for department heads as they manage their departments’ budgets.
In collaboration with the Regional Accounting Manager for Southeast Asia and IJM HQ, identify any internal controls weakness and ensure effective solutions are implemented, including staff training on finance policies and procedures.
Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values stewardship and a commitment to quality.

Financial Reporting

Reconcile FO bank account and petty cash fund monthly; analyze other Balance Sheet accounts periodically to ensure thoroughness and accuracy
Prepare headquarters (HQ) copies of processed finance forms, monthly internal financial reports including P&L, Balance Sheet, FOD Checklist; ensure all documents required for monthly finance packet are sent to HQ on time.
Provide monthly budget reports for the FOD and a monthly budget briefing for the leadership team.
Maintain FO leases and contracts, manage security or other deposits; provide copies to HQ.
Review asset inventory and FO records, agree to HQ Fixed Asset system.

Other

Maintain regular communication with Regional Accounting Manager and HQ.
Assess monthly cash needs, request wire transfer from HQ.
Manage all external financial relationships.
Travel from time to time for meetings, trainings or conferences.
Maintain and safeguard thorough, orderly finance files and records.
Prepare FO for implementation of new global Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system within 1-2 years.
Perform other assignments as required

Required Skills and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree required. Certified accountant status preferred; MBA or other relevant master’s degree will be considered as an alternative.
Minimum five years of accounting/financial management experience with the day-to-day financial operations of an organization of at least 20 staff.
Experience working with international organizations, preferably those based in the US, Canada or Europe.
Experience creating budgets, keeping program expenditures in line with revenues and strategic focus, and setting and following financial policies and procedures.
Excellent written and spoken English and Thai required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (particularly Outlook, Word and Excel) and the accounting software QuickBooks; ERP experience a plus.

Critical Qualities:

Self-motivated and able to work independently, as well as under supervision and as part of a team.
Superior attention to detail, exceptional follow-through and responsibility for results.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proven ability to take initiative, exercise sound judgment and produce results.
Disciplined with priorities, excellent time management and ability to work effectively under deadline pressures; proven ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks with competing demands under tight deadlines.
Ability to perform and thrive in an international organization with an international-standard, professional working style and business culture, in addition to ability to work effectively in Thai and other Southeast Asian working styles and business cultures.
Excellent interpersonal skills, cross-cultural communication, and experience or desire to work comfortably within a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic team.
Flexible, enthusiastic, positive, and willing to receive feedback and learn from others.
Exceptionally high level of honesty and integrity.
Professional presentation in demeanor and written and oral communication.
Passionate commitment to and understanding of IJM mission, vision and values.

How to apply:

In order to apply, submit a complete application form, CV and Cover Letter to bangkokrecruiting@ijm.org. Please specify in the subject which position you are applying for.

Organization: Plan UK
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 26 Apr 2017

Summary

Plan International is a child- centred organisation working in 50 developing countries across Africa, Asia and the Americas. We focus on child rights, implementing programmes designed to enable communities to improve the lives of the most marginalised children by working with women, youth and civil society organisations.

Since the beginning of our humanitarian response to the crisis in Syria Plan International and its partners have been working in refugee camps and host communities to provide tens of thousands of refugee children and their families, as well as children from host communities, with access to critical resources and services.

In August 2016 Plan International UK presented a regional Concept Note to the EU Trust Fund for the Middle East “Madad Fund”. The concept note presented focuses on Child Labour in Egypt and Lebanon and is based on three pillars: Education, Child Protection, Livelihoods. The concept note has been developed in close coordination with national and regional stakeholders and is presented by a consortium led by Plan International UK and including local and international partners. The concept note has been pre-selected by Madad and Plan International UK has been invited to submit a full proposal. The exact deadline for the submission of the proposal will be negotiated by Plan International UK with the representative of the Madad Fund but should be tentatively be in late May.

In preparation to the full proposal development Plan International UK has carried out a needs assessment consultations of stakeholders in the two countries, developed a Theory of Change for the project and drafted the country programmes that will represent the foundation of the full proposal.

The consultant will develop, in collaboration with Plan International UK and consortium partners, a professional and technically competent proposal to be submitted to the Madad fund. This will include:

Conducting a desk review of recent assessments and other relevant document for the development of the proposal related to child labour.
Revision of the material already produced in preparation to the full proposal development (i.e. ToC, needs assessment, country programmes)
Coordinating with national and regional authorities (ministries, clusters, UNICEF, UNHCR, ECHO, etc.) and stakeholders in order to include their feedback in the proposal.
Liaising with all the consortium partners to ensure the readily provision of inputs required for the development of the proposal
Periodically consult with Plan International UK relevant staff to collect feedback and inputs on the proposal.
Possibly travel to the region (Egypt and Lebanon) when required to meet stakeholders and work with Plan and partners teams.
Finally, the consultants will develop a full proposal to be submitted to the Madad Fund. The proposal will include budget, work plan, and other relevant annexes in line with donor’s requirements and expectations. In line with Plan’s priorities the proposal will need to be gender sensitive, risk informed and inclusive (disability, ethnicity, elderly, etc.).

What we’re looking for

You will have significant experience in proposal development for emergency education, child protection and livelihoods programmes, in particular with major institutional donors, preferably with previous experience with EC and EU Trust Fund Madad.

Knowledge and experience of child-centred programming will be an advantage. Similarly, experience of proposal development in region and in particular Egypt and Lebanon, will also be advantageous.

Consultant specification

• At least 10 years’ experience in working in humanitarian sector and in proposal development or technical support

• Master’s degree and/or proven expertise in Child Labour, Education, Child Protection and Livelihoods

• Track record of consultancy work in the areas of, need assessments, proposal development, grants management.

• Knowledge of gender equality, resilience and humanitarian international standards.

• Strong qualitative and quantitative research skills

• Experience in the collection and analysis of qualitative in-country primary research

• Fluent in English with a high standard of written English

XIII. APPLICATION PROCESS AND TIMELINE

The assignment is expected to be carried out during April and May but the exact timeline will be communicated in accordance to the deadline that will be established by the donor. Given the tight time scale, please register expressions of interest with a CV, cover letter and financial proposalby 11.00am (UK Time) Wednesday 26^th April 2017 to Eugenio.donadio@plan-uk.org. Please indicate in the subject of the email “Plan International UK – Senior Consultancy for Madad proposal development”.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received by Plan International UK and the position may therefore be filled before the deadline. We strongly encourage early applications to give applicants the best chance of selection.

Given the scope of the work it is expected that consultancy will be approximately 15 working days (to be revised according to deadline established and needs identified) distributed between on the duration of the contract that will end with the submission of the full proposal to the donor.

TIMEFRAME AND MILESTONES FOR PAYMENT

The assignment is expected to be carried out during April and May but the exact timeline will be communicated in accordance to the deadline that will be established by the donor. The expected start date of the assignment is mid-April 2017. Deliverables are ideally expected in the following timeline:

Contract signed: 30% payment
5^th May 2017: Needs assessment, ToC and country programmes documents revised
20^th May 2017: First draft of full proposal (budget, work plan and other relevant annexes included) - 30% payment.
31^st May 2017: Full proposal revised according to feedback received, along with consultancy report - 40% payment.

KEY OUTPUTS

The consultancy should deliver the following outputs:

I. Full proposal: The Full proposal will be developed in line with EC regulations and formats. The full proposal will include all relevant annexes (i.e. work plan, budget, risk mitigation, etc. - list of annexes will be identified by Plan International UK in line with donor’s expectations).

II. Consultancy report: which includes recommendations for implementation

General tasks

· Conducting a desk review of recent assessments and other relevant document for the development of the proposal related to child labour.

· Revision of the material already produced in preparation to the full proposal development (i.e. ToC, needs assessment, country programmes)

· Coordinating with national and regional authorities (ministries, clusters, UNICEF, UNHCR, ECHO, etc.) and stakeholders in order to include their feedback in the proposal.

· Liaising with all the consortium partners to ensure the readily provision of inputs required for the development of the proposal

· Periodically consult with Plan International UK relevant staff to collect feedback and inputs on the proposal.

· To work collaboratively with other Plan departments to ensure the proposal is well coordinated, especially finance, procurement and logistics.

· If required, travel to the three target countries (Egypt and Lebanon) when required to meet stakeholders and work with Plan and partners teams.

· Finally, the consultants will develop a full proposal to be submitted to the Madad Fund. The proposal will include budget, work plan and other relevant annexes in line with donor’s requirements and expectations.

· In line with Plan’s priorities the proposal will need to be gender sensitive, risk informed and inclusive (disability, ethnicity, elderly, etc.). Accountability with affected population should be included in the proposal, mainly through the inclusion of relevant and context specific feedback mechanisms.

· The draft full proposal will be revised by Plan International UK and consortium partner and the consultant will revise the proposal according to the feedback received before final delivery.

Date Created

04/04/2017

How to apply:

XIII. APPLICATION PROCESS AND TIMELINE

Organization: Plan UK
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 25 Apr 2017

Deployable Emergency Programme Manager

£45,291 plus allowances whilst deployed

12 month fixed term contract

Plan International UK strives to advance children’s rights and equality for girls all over the world. Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

Plan International UK is a leader in the development of the global disasters work of Plan. Our Disaster Risk Management Unit supports our country offices to design and deliver quality programmes, assisting with the development of strong donor relationships, and providing technical support for humanitarian work. A new role of Deployable Emergency Response Manager has been created to support the wider humanitarian surge capacity of the organisation, particularly as 2017 is proving to be an extremely difficult year for humanitarian action with four looming and simultaneous famines.

In the role you will usually be deployed on medium-term assignments (for up to 60% of the time) to provide immediate emergency expertise, particularly when the scaling up of a programme is required in country. You will provide surge capacity to a country programme by either filling a vacant position and/or adding further skills and experience to country programmes. There is also an element of fundraising in the role, and you will support the development of funding submissions to institutional donors and identify potential in-country funding opportunities. When not deployed, you will be based at our London office and provide support on the development of toolkits, proposals, and maintaining external relationships.

With significant experience of responding to humanitarian crises and emergencies in several contexts (at field level as well as experience at HQ level), you will have designed and implemented emergency projects and programmes, and have strong understanding of humanitarian contexts and application of humanitarian principles. You will also have experience of building strategic partnerships with donors and humanitarian actors and of winning emergency funding. Good analytical and problem solving skills to assess information on humanitarian issues quickly and effectively and the ability to working to tight deadlines are also essential. Proficiency in French and/or Spanish is highly desirable.

The deadline for applications is 9:00am on Tuesday 25 April 2017

Interviews will take place on Friday 5 May 2017

How to apply:

https://plan-uk.org/jobs-and-volunteering

Organization: Plan International UK
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 19 May 2017

Head of Disaster Risk Management

10 month maternity cover

£57,667 per annum

Plan International UK strives to advance children’s rights and equality for girls all over the world. Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

Plan International UK is a leader in the development of the global disasters work of Plan. Our Disaster Risk Management Unit (DRMU) supports our country offices to design and deliver quality programmes, assisting with the development of strong donor relationships, and providing technical support for humanitarian work. As maternity cover for the Head of Disaster Risk Management you will guide the unit toward increased growth, enhanced quality of our programmes and reliable delivery mechanisms at field level.

This will include:

establishing Plan’s profile within the UK and Europe as an effective humanitarian response partner
implementing the current DRMU strategy
ensuring an effective and timely response to all disasters
leading our disaster programme response during DEC joint period of action, taking responsibility for planning
developing Plan International UK’s overall capacity to secure funding for disasters and emergency programmes
leading, motivating and supporting the team to meet objectives and targets
overseeing the effective diversification of income streams and the development of the unit’s grant pipeline
ensuring that Plan International UK’s response and spend on disasters meets international standards (SPHERE, CHS)
leading on humanitarian related external representation
ensuring Plan is well represented in networks and influential within appropriate networks

You will need to be available for rapid deployment to the field as and when necessary in support of country or regional capacity needs and sometimes for extended periods (approximately 30-40% of the time).

To succeed in this role, you will be able to demonstrate full understanding and knowledge of current humanitarian international architecture and policy debates, gained through significant field experience in a management capacity within a humanitarian response setting and working at a senior level in an organisation that has DEC membership. You will have proven ability to formulate, represent and influence policy, and to identify and convert opportunities into programme realities whilst developing and leveraging our particular expertise within the humanitarian sector. You will need to have the credibility to represent the organisation externally and you should be confident and articulate enough to present to the media - significant public speaking experience would be very valuable.

The deadline for applications is 9:00am on Friday 19 May 2017

Interviews will take place on Thursday 25 May 2017

How to apply:

Please apply for this post via our website: https://plan-uk.org/jobs-and-volunteering

Organization: International Justice Mission
Country: Uganda
Closing date: 31 May 2017

The Need

International Justice Mission (IJM) is seeking an experienced Security Manager to provide technical leadership in regional security management across our Africa operations. The Regional Security Manager, Africa will assist IJM Field Offices to embed sound security practices to enhance the safety and security of IJM staff, assets and programs, and minimize operational risks. This individual will provide dedicated safety and security expertise and support in the Africa region that is in the best interest of IJM’s global security strategy, leadership, and individual staff members. S/he will provide safety and security expertise and standards application across the IJM programs throughout the Africa region, to include but not limited to: risk assessment and analysis, risk treatment plans, contingency plans, monitoring and evaluation, training and development, incident management, policy implementation, and strategic innovation.

This position will be based in Kampala, Uganda and will report to the Global Director of Security in Washington DC.

Responsibilities

Lead Field Office Security Strategy

Review, revise and implement comprehensive security strategies and operational protocols for IJM Field Offices, including evacuation and contingency plans for each office;
Conduct regular and ongoing reviews and inspections of current security procedures, policies and systems;
Collaborate with field office and regional leadership to ensure Regional and Field Office security strategies appropriately support IJM program priorities.
Creates a regional risk assessment, risk mitigation plans, monitoring systems, and evaluates the consequences of risk and risk mitigation measures;
Monitors change in context across the region and triggers for mitigation;
Develops, from conception to implementation, a community acceptance strategy framework that can be applied across the region;
Oversees and coordinates country security plan updates, ensuring countries maintain realistic and current risk assessments, mitigation measures, and emergency action plans;
Ensures risk assessments for new project or emergency response locations are conducted accurately and timely;
Identifies training opportunities for regional and country staff, and ensures staff has adequate time to engage in appropriate level training opportunities; and
Provide in-country surge capacity for fields when required.

Threat Analysis & Response

Evaluate current political, social and climatic conditions for possible threats to the safety and security of Field Office staff;
Provide guidance to field office staff and leadership, including recommendations for the safety, security and protection of staff at all times.
Provide technical oversight and strong support to the country security managers / focal points;
Train, coach, and mentor staff at all levels on integrated security and leadership development, in order to strengthen their skills in their own professional area. This is toward the goal of mainstreaming / integrating security management into all project designs, country strategies, and departmental policies and procedures;
Lead an internal regional security focal point network for the purpose of coaching, peer support, and personal development;
Represent IJM externally and in interagency forums; and
Support the Global Director of Corporate Security in the implementation of Security and Threat Assessments using standard tools and processes, as and when needed.

Operational Support & Crisis Management

Ensure security of IJM staff and clients, ensure implementation of all security protocols;
Establish and monitor office access control mechanisms for IJM premises;
Assist in the selection/supervision of office guards, where relevant;
Ensure compliance with fire regulations and train office staff in fire/building evacuation plans;
Provide on-the-ground leadership in response to critical incidents in the region, and provide input to office and regional leadership on crisis management;
Provide on-the-ground leadership during potential security risks and threats arising from changing political, social or economic contexts where IJM field offices are located;
Monitor national and regional security incident reporting and ensure appropriate dissemination of information during emergencies;
Manage security requirements for special events, including Trips to the Field visits by donors, VIPs, etc;
Provide early warning updates and mitigation expertise to the country offices;
Manage the incident impact on the region;
Support the Global Security Director and Country Directors with incident response, reporting and post-incident action and follow-up;
Conduct yearly drills and scenario exercises to build incident response capacities in the field;
Lend expertise to country security managers during and after incident; and
Maintain updated staff lists, including details of visitors and consultants.

Capacity Building

Train field office staff in security strategies and operational and travel protocols;
Ensure security and contingency plans are incorporated into all IJM programming in the region;
Facilitate communication to ensure field office staff are equipped with adequate knowledge, tools and resources to comply with security protocols and best practices throughout the region.

IJM-internal coordination

Liaise with Field Office Director, Regional HQ team and Global Director of Corporate Security to provide regular reporting and updates on security issues in the region.

Requirements

Required Skills and Experience

Minimum 5 years’ experience in managing security operations, preferably for non-profit or foreign-based organizations;
Experience in security guard supervision preferable;
Experience in VIP protection preferable;
Expertise in the analysis of security threats, risks and vulnerability in Africa Region;
Experience in crisis management preferred;
Strong oral and written communications skills;
Fluency in oral and written communication in English; and
Competent in Microsoft Word and Outlook.

Critical Qualities

Mature orthodox Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed;
Professional demeanor;
Attention to detail and disciplined with priorities;
Patient; work well under stress;
Personable; sustained positive attitude;
Diplomatic and flexible;
Effective team player and decisive leader; and
Able to achieve goals in a cross-cultural setting.

Travel Requirements

After initial three months, position will require approximately 3 weeks of travel to IJM’s field offices in the Africa Region per year.

How to apply:

HOW TO APPLY:

To Apply

Send Job Application Form, Resume, Cover Letter & Statement of Faith;

By E-mail (preferred method):

ugandarecruiting@ijm.org

By Mail:

International Justice Mission

Attn: Human Resources

P.O. Box 502

Ntinda, Kampala, UGANDA

By Hand:

International Justice Mission

Attn: Human Resources

Plot 15 Suuna Road, Ntinda

Kampala, UGANDA

*What is a statement of faith?
A statement of faith should describe your Christian faith and how you see it as relevant to your involvement with IJM. The statement can either be incorporated into the cover letter or submitted as a separate document and should include, at a minimum, a description of your spiritual disciplines (prayer, study, etc.) and your current fellowship or place of worship.

Organization: International Justice Mission
Country: Thailand
Closing date: 08 Jun 2017

Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Start Date: As soon as possible

Compensation: Competitive salary with benefits

Reports to: Human Resources and Administrative Manager

Position Details:

IJM is seeking a Human Resources and Administrative Assistant to support and enhance the human resources and administrative activities of the Bangkok office. The Human Resources and Administrative Assistant will work closely with the Human Resources and Administrative Manager to provide administrative support and assist him/her in day-to-day operations. This position is based in Bangkok, Thailand and may require occasional travel within Thailand.

Responsibilities:

Provide administrative and receptionist support, including answering the telephone, assisting visitors, and resolving and/or referring various administrative tasks and inquiries;
Assist the Human Resources and Administrative Manager in all HR functions, including recruiting, on-boarding of new staff, payroll administration, staff’s professional development program, performance management, compensation and benefits, employee relations, occupational health and safety, and staff care program;
Assist IJM Bangkok’s end to end recruitment process in drafting Job Descriptions for future positions, proactively seeking out candidates for open positions, and partnering and communicating with hiring managers throughout the process;
Organize case files, create tracking system, and provide documentation of standard processes;
Develop relationships with vendors, negotiate agreements for services, and calls for bids;
Review documents, records and forms for accuracy, completeness and conformance to applicable policies;
Draft emails, memos and materials as directed;
Coordinate travel arrangements, draft agendas and correspondence;
Provide information and assistance in person and on the phone on a variety of matters specific to the team;
Record the minutes of the team meetings and follow up on the action plans;
Maintain the condition of administrative assets and equipment;
Manage minor purchasing and the procurement of office equipment and supplies;
Travel from time to time for meetings, cases or conferences;
Assist the overall organizational development;
Maintain confidentiality of privileged and sensitive information;
Perform other necessary assignments as required.

Required Skills and Experience:

Thai national.
Bachelor’s Degree required.
Minimum one year experience providing administrative support in a fast-paced, professional environment; two to three years’ experience strongly preferred.
Excellent written and spoken English and Thai required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
Superior ability to manage large number of tasks simultaneously and proven ability to consistently meet deadlines with excellence.

Critical Qualities:

Professional presentation in demeanor and written and oral communication.
Exceptionally high level of honesty and integrity.
Meticulous attention to detail, sound judgment, ability to take initiative and provide constructive feedback, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Disciplined with priorities and works well under deadline pressures.
Excellent interpersonal skills, cross-cultural communication, and experience or desire to work comfortably within a multi-ethnic team.
Highly developed organizational and leadership skills; willingness to initiate actions and ideas, with exceptional follow-through.
Sustained positive attitude.
Passionate commitment to and understanding of IJM mission.

How to apply:

In order to apply, submit a complete application form, CV, and Cover Letter to bangkokrecruiting@ijm.org. Please specify in the subject which position you are applying for.

Organization: International Justice Mission
Country: Thailand
Closing date: 08 Jun 2017

Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Start Date: As soon as possible

Compensation: Competitive salary with benefits

Reports to: Bangkok Field Office Director (FOD)

Position Details:

IJM is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Field Office Director to support and enhance operations at the Bangkok office. The Executive Assistant will work closely with the Field Office Director (FOD) to provide administrative support and assist the Field Office Director in day-to-day operations. This position is based in Bangkok, Thailand and may require occasional travel within Thailand.

Responsibilities:

Meetings and Time Management

Work closely with the FOD to coordinate and manage communications and scheduling between the FOD’s office, departments, Thailand field office teams, and other IJM offices, including IJM Headquarters;
Meet with the FOD to discuss the week, manage weekly schedule, and discuss approaching projects and tasks;
Assist and prepare the FOD for meetings with individuals and stakeholders outside IJM: create a meeting agenda, brief on IJM’s history with the person or organization, research background information on the person or organization;
Attend meetings with the FOD and take minutes. Record tasks and assignments defined during the meeting and the person responsible for completing them;
Circulate minutes, tasks and assignments to meeting participants and its corresponding due dates; and
Track deadlines on key projects and action items for the FOD and follow up with collaborators, as necessary.

Adept Communicator

Monitor and prioritize the FOD’s email, draft replies and maintain communication when the FOD’s personal reply is not necessary;
Complete the FOD’s administrative documentation, including credit card reports, expense reports, and time sheets;
Organize and manage the FOD’s travel arrangements, including flight and hotel accommodations, following IJM’s Procurement Process;
Assist the FOD in preparing presentations for internal and external audiences;
Assist the FOD in writing, editing, and submitting internal and external reports;
Serve as the Point of Contact for requests from IJM Headquarters about hosting visitors, external trainings, and staff retreats, and work with the Administration team on all logistics involving the visits; and
Provide information and logistical assistance in person and on call on a variety of matters.

Interpersonal and Analytic Skills

Review documents, records and forms for accuracy, completeness and conformance to applicable policies;
Oversee the office’s data integrity and ensure departments are accurately reporting office information within the reporting systems;
Prepare and maintain a variety of records, files, and casework materials;
Organize and file hard-copy documents;
Be able to prioritize given tasks as well as the FOD’s tasks;
Handle confidentiality; and
Be an excellent team player.

Other

Assist in the overall organizational development;
Assist the Field Office Director in administrative tasks, as required; and
Participate and support the advocacy and intervention teams as required.

Required Skills and Experience:

Thai national.
Bachelor’s Degree required.
Minimum one year experience providing administrative support in a fast-paced, professional environment; two to three years experience strongly preferred.
A minimum of three years working in team environments, with demonstrated problem solving experience.
Excellent written and spoken English and Thai required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
Superior ability to manage large number of tasks simultaneously and proven ability to consistently meet deadlines with excellence.

Critical Qualities:

Professional presentation in demeanor and written and oral communication.
Exceptionally high level of honesty and integrity.
Meticulous attention to detail, sound judgment, ability to take initiative and provide constructive feedback, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Disciplined with priorities and works well under deadline pressures.
Excellent interpersonal skills, cross-cultural communication, and experience or desire to work comfortably within a multi-ethnic team.
Highly developed organizational and leadership skills; willingness to initiate actions and ideas, with exceptional follow-through.
Sustained positive attitude.
Passionate commitment to and understanding of IJM mission.

How to apply:

In order to apply, submit a complete application form, CV, and Cover Letter to bangkokrecruiting@ijm.org. Please specify in the subject which position you are applying for.

Organization: International Justice Mission
Country: Thailand
Closing date: 08 Jun 2017

Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Start Date: As soon as possible

Compensation: Competitive salary with benefits

Reports to: Bangkok Field Office Director (FOD)

Position Details:

IJM is seeking a Program Manager to support the Bangkok Field Office Director and lead the Bangkok FO program. The Program Manager will be responsible for advising and communicating with the office’s leaders and relevant members as they develop, revise, implement and document strategies and plans that ensure achievement of program targets and objectives. The individual will also support the Field Office Director in compiling necessary program reports and conducting regular program reviews. This position is based in Bangkok, Thailand and may require occasional travel within Thailand. This position reports to the Bangkok Field Office Director.

Responsibilities:

Program Management

Provide regular input to the Field Office Director on strategic and tactical considerations covering all aspects of program implementation;
Work directly with program leaders and others they designate to support development and review of appropriate strategies that enable each team and the office as a whole to achieve its targets on time and on budget;
Assist the Field Office Director, Accounting Manager and Bangkok program leaders in developing draft budgets for the program teams, reviewing budget to actual and projected spending during the year, and working with Regional Program Managers on monitoring restricted spending portions of the FO budget;
Facilitate development and review of procedures and processes to increase interdepartmental efficiencies and integration;
Maintain detailed familiarity with the FO program and its implementation by participating in team meetings as necessary and a variety of internal and external program activities;
Assist the Field Office Director in leading quarterly program reviews and other program review meetings as needed from time to time;
Compile and draft monthly summary reports and more detailed quarterly reports on progress toward targets, obstacles encountered and key developments;
Participate in external meetings and events as needed, and provide critical analysis and feedback;
Act as liaison with the HQ Regional team and other Thailand FO teams on program management issues, sharing knowledge and lessons learned;
Carry out additional projects as assigned by the Bangkok Field Office Director.

Program Design, Monitoring and Evaluation

Support the Bangkok Field Office Director in designing and reviewing new programs, and making changes to current programs in accordance with IJM program change guidelines;
Work with Southeast Asia Regional Program Managers and FO leaders to develop proposals for the funding of FO programs
Advise Southeast Asia Regional Program Managers and FO leaders as they set and/or revise annual and project targets for coming years
Work closely with all program staff to ensure project activities are well documented, including thorough and well organized filing systems with supporting documents;
Identify additional M&E needs and ways to measure the current programs;

Other

Travel from time to time for meetings, cases or conferences;
Ensure accuracy in handling office money and follow the Finance policies and guidelines in settling expenses and making payments.
Assist in the overall organizational development.
Maintain confidentiality of privileged and sensitive information.

Required Skills and Experience

Thai national;
Bachelor’s Degree required;
Master’s degree in Management, Social Work, Social Sciences, or related field preferred.
At least four years’ experience in an NGO environment preferred, though not mandatory.
Systems building, systems thinking skills and well developed conceptual thinking skills.
Knowledge of standards relating to program design, planning and management preferred.
Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
Fluency in written and spoken English required.
Experience working effectively cross-culturally and across multiple time zones.
High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Critical Qualities

Professional presentation in demeanor and written and oral communication.
Exceptionally high level of honesty and integrity.
Meticulous attention to detail, sound judgment, ability to take initiative and provide constructive feedback, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Disciplined with priorities and works well under deadline pressures.
Excellent interpersonal skills, cross-cultural communication, and experience or desire to work comfortably within a multi-ethnic team.
Highly developed organizational and leadership skills; willingness to initiate actions and ideas, with exceptional follow-through.
Sustained positive attitude.
Passionate commitment to and understanding of IJM mission.

How to apply:

In order to apply, submit a complete application form, CV, and Cover Letter to bangkokrecruiting@ijm.org. Please specify in the subject which position you are applying for.

Organization: Plan International UK
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 23 May 2017

Programme Officer – Gender in Emergencies

£38,771 per annum

11 month maternity cover from 1 August 2017

Plan International UK strives to advance children’s rights and equality for girls all over the world. Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

We have an opportunity for a Programme Officer to support the development of our disasters and emergencies work with particular responsibility for ensuring the mainstreaming of gender in emergencies across the programme portfolio. This will include development and management of a significant part of our disasters grants portfolio, acting as the gender in emergencies focal point for DRMU and helping to raise our profile as a humanitarian actor.

You will have experience of designing and implementing disaster/emergency projects, in line with institutional donors’ requirements and expectations, as well as developing and overseeing grant funded programmes across all phases of the programme cycle. Good analytical and problem solving skills, strong knowledge of gender in emergencies mechanisms and a second language (particularly French and/or Spanish) are all essential for the role.

The deadline for applications is 9:00am on Tuesday 23 May 2017

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 31 May and Thursday 1 June 2017

How to apply:

https://plan-uk.org/jobs-and-volunteering

Organization: International Justice Mission
Country: Thailand
Closing date: 16 Jun 2017

Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Start Date: July 2017

Compensation: Competitive salary with benefits

Reports to: Bangkok Director of Investigations and Law Enforcement Development (DILED)

Position Details:

IJM is seeking a skilled, experienced, Thai-speaking Fieldworker who will be responsible for gathering and monitoring information on cases of labor trafficking. The Fieldworker will seek to secure reliable, timely and actionable information concerning victims, witnesses, and perpetrators of criminal activity within the project area. This position is based in Bangkok, Thailand and will require travel within Thailand.

Responsibilities:

Develop a thorough working knowledge of relevant laws and criminal procedures regarding labor trafficking cases;
Develop a thorough working knowledge of the methods of human traffickers and the methods and techniques used to gather information and evidence to document labor trafficking crimes effectively;
Conduct thorough, detailed, and well-documented information gathering related to cases of labor trafficking;
Recruit and maintain a network of operatives and informants who provide reliable, timely and actionable information regarding cases of labor trafficking;
Collaborate with community members and NGO partners to receive and respond to reports of trafficking, gathering accurate and relevant information about trafficking activity within communities, and strategically analyzing case work;
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with governmental officials from relevant Thai and international law enforcement agencies to support the development, investigation, and prosecution of human trafficking cases;
Collaborate regularly with members of IJM Bangkok’s legal and aftercare departments on cases;
Draft fieldwork plans; write detailed, daily field reports and submit them to the DILED or his designee in a timely manner;
Competently work with various databases, record management systems, communication networks, and specialized equipment;
Maintain strict confidentiality of all fieldwork, fieldwork strategies, and other privileged and sensitive information;
Serve, if necessary, as a witness to the crimes committed;
Comply with all IJM and Thai government requirements;
Carry out additional assignments as required by the DILED.

Required Skills and Experience:

Thai national.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university preferred but not required; minimum of a high school education with graduation certificate;
One year experience in conducting field investigations or other relevant experience; experience in the justice sector preferred;
Fluency in oral and written communication in Thai; fluency or intermediate English preferred;
Experience working with migrant workers or victims of human trafficking preferred;
Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office applications (specifically Word, Excel and Outlook) preferred;
No criminal record;
Valid driver’s license and passport (or able to obtain).

Critical Qualities:

Strong, humble service ethic and a passion for IJM’s mission;
Superior attention to detail;
Disciplined with priorities;
Personable with a sustained positive attitude;
Punctual; manages time and resources effectively;
Excellent interpersonal skills;
Diplomatic, flexible, and mature in judgment;
Effective team player and leader;
Patient and able to work well under stress;
Able to problem solve in difficult situations;
Able to work some irregular hours (e.g. some early mornings, late nights or weekends) and able to travel to other provinces;
Strong cross-cultural communication ability and experience or desire to work comfortably within a multi-ethnic and multi-disciplinary team; and
Passion to help people suffering injustice and oppression.

How to apply:

In order to apply, submit a complete application form, CV, and Cover Letter to bangkokrecruiting@ijm.org. Please specify in the subject which position you are applying for.

Organization: International Justice Mission
Country: Thailand
Closing date: 16 Jun 2017

Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Start Date: June 2017

Compensation: Competitive salary with benefits

Reports to: Bangkok Field Office Director (FOD)

Position Details

IJM is seeking a Director of Aftercare who shall be responsible for establishing and directing all strategies and activities of IJM Bangkok Aftercare response to forced labor and trafficking in the Thai fishing and seafood industries. The individual shall build and lead a high quality team in partnership with government and non-government agencies to ensure that victims are rescued and perpetrators are prosecuted under the laws of Thailand. The Director of Aftercare will also lead strategies and activities targeted at reducing the prevalence of forced labor and labor trafficking through sustainable improvements in the performance of local law enforcement and psychosocial services for victims. This position is based in Bangkok, Thailand and may require occasional travel within Thailand.

Responsibilities

Develop National Leaders

Recruit, train and lead a highly effective, resilient and cohesive Aftercare team consisting of IJM aftercare staff, interns and volunteers;
Provide leadership that ensures that the IJM Bangkok office provides and models a highly effective, multi-disciplinary and collaborative response to the target abuse;
Develop, monitor and evaluate concrete performance and leadership development objectives for IJM staff; and
Provide regular feedback and evaluation to IJM staff regarding their performance and leadership development.

Achieve Collaborative Casework Objectives

Lead and manage IJM-assisted casework interventions to ensure that victims are rescued and restored and that perpetrators are held accountable under law;
Provide immediate assessments, crisis care and advocacy for victims coming out of forced labor trafficking and ensure all victims receive legally mandated government protections;
Design, implement, monitor and evaluate strategies and best practices for effective IJM-assisted restoration of victims;
Educate, train and equip government and non-government partners in the effective aftercare and restoration of victims;
Build relationships of mutual trust and benefit with key government and non-government actors to ensure holistic restoration services for IJM clients consistent with the law and best practices;
Actively participate in national and local coalitions of aftercare stakeholders and engage directly with aftercare partners in order to continually improve services provided to victims of forced labor and trafficking in the fishing and seafood industry;
Act as a professional resource to improve the capacity of aftercare and community development partners by: conducting needed trainings or seminars, providing research and good-practice models, acting as a liaison between community workers and law enforcement and empowering churches and community development workers to engage in prevention efforts and provide lay care to survivors in high-risk communities; and
Design and implement rigorous systems for effective monitoring, evaluation and reporting of IJM Bangkok’s collaborative casework activities and programming.

Management and Stewardship of IJM Resources

Contribute to the development of the office’s strategic plans and budgets;
Ensure spending of allocated funds in accordance with IJM’s budgetary and stewardship principles;
Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, IJM policies and best practices;
Develop and implement context-specific strategies and tactics consistent with IJM policies, protocols and best practices;
Continually increase the Aftercare Department’s effectiveness, efficiency, and organization by developing, maintaining, and updating all operating protocols, case management tracking and reporting systems, intervention strategies, and manuals
Maintain detailed client tracking systems and records of all aftercare activities
Generate timely, high quality written and verbal communications regarding the aftercare program to the Field Office Director and other IJM colleagues in the field and at headquarters;
Ensure full compliance with the IJM Global Aftercare Policy and all relevant Minimum Standards of Care.
Such other duties and tasks as shall be assigned by the FOD.

Required Skills and Experience

Thai national.
Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited university.
A minimum of eight years’ experience in direct practice, program development and implementation, and casework management.
Minimum of three years’ experience successfully leading a team of aftercare staff, contractors and volunteers in collaboration with counterparts in the public justice system to contribute high levels of rescue and restoration of victims of violence and exploitation and to criminal justice accountability for perpetrators.
Minimum of two years’ experience in a successfully leveraging collaborative casework and other justice system transformation strategies to improve the performance of the public justice system’s response to trafficking and forced labor against migrant workers.
Minimum of two years’ experience delivering trauma-focused counseling and related services.
Minimum of three years of successful management/team building experience.
Superior judgment and problem solving in a complex environment.
Proven ability to develop and implement strategic plans with effective monitoring, evaluation and project management.
Fluency and professionalism in oral and written communication in English and Thai.
Demonstrated commitment to serving the poor and the oppressed.
Strong leadership skills.

Critical Qualities

Professional presentation in demeanor and written and oral communication.
Exceptionally high level of honesty and integrity.
Meticulous attention to detail, sound judgment, ability to take initiative and provide constructive feedback, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Disciplined with priorities and works well under deadline pressures.
Excellent interpersonal skills, cross-cultural communication, and experience or desire to work comfortably within a multi-ethnic team.
Highly developed organizational and leadership skills; willingness to initiate actions and ideas, with exceptional follow-through.
Sustained positive attitude.
Passionate commitment to and understanding of IJM mission.

How to apply:

In order to apply, submit a complete application form, CV, and Cover Letter to bangkokrecruiting@ijm.org. Please specify in the subject which position you are applying for.

Organization: International Justice Mission
Country: Thailand
Closing date: 16 Jun 2017

Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Start Date: July 2017

Compensation: Competitive salary with benefits

Reports to: Deputy Bangkok Field Office Director (FOD)

Position Detail

IJM is seeking a talented and dedicated Lawyer to secure the rescue of victims of labor trafficking and accountability for the perpetrators of these abuses. The Lawyer will serve as the resource person for internal and external stakeholder for training and public engagement, and tender expert opinion on law and policy matters for IJM in labor trafficking cases. This position is based in Bangkok, Thailand and may require occasional travel within Thailand.

Responsibilities

Obtain tangible accountability for perpetrators and/or relief for victims in cases concerning labor trafficking;
Support the prosecution of the accused in assigned cases, by acting as private prosecutor in cases when necessary
Attend and/or participate in all legal proceedings relevant to assigned cases;
Perform legal research and draft pleadings as necessary in assigned cases.
Drafting reports and summarizing information gathered by the Fieldworker team;
Pursue civil remedies for victims of forced labor;
Conduct paralegal trainings, police trainings, judges’ and prosecutors’ trainings, advocacy campaigns and/or multi-disciplinary trainings on anti-trafficking;
Network with various governmental and non-governmental organization personnel
Conduct research and draft briefings on issues related to anti-trafficking;
Perform other related duties as required and necessary.

Required Skills and Experience

Thai National
Law degree from an accredited university required.
License to practice law in Thailand.
Minimum of two years’ experience practicing law or related legal experience.
Strong legal research and writing skills.
Exceptional written and oral communication in English and Thai required.
High degree of organization, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task.
Demonstrated commitment to serving the poor and the oppressed.
Strong leadership skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.

Critical Qualities

Professional presentation in demeanor and written and oral communication.
Exceptionally high level of honesty and integrity.
Meticulous attention to detail, sound judgment, ability to take initiative and provide constructive feedback, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Disciplined with priorities and works well under deadline pressures.
Excellent interpersonal skills, cross-cultural communication, and experience or desire to work comfortably within a multi-ethnic team.
Highly developed organizational and leadership skills; willingness to initiate actions and ideas, with exceptional follow-through.
Sustained positive attitude.
Passionate commitment to and understanding of IJM mission.

How to apply:

In order to apply, submit a complete application form, CV, and Cover Letter to bangkokrecruiting@ijm.org. Please specify in the subject which position you are applying for.

Organization: International Justice Mission
Country: Thailand
Closing date: 19 Jun 2017

Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Start Date: July 2017

Compensation: Competitive salary with benefits

Reports to: Bangkok Director of Aftercare (DOA)

Position Detail

IJM is seeking an experienced, Burmese-speaking Social Worker for its Bangkok Field Office. The Social Worker will facilitate aftercare services for the shelter-based and community-based clients, and support the Director of Aftercare in the process of rehabilitation of labor trafficking victims. The position is based in Bangkok, Thailand and will require travel in Thailand.

Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of clients, providing crisis intervention and case management services for assisted individuals and monitor regular follow up and detailed documentation on rehabilitation and restoration progress, ensuring that progress of rescued victims is documented and accurately tracked;
Assist in providing or facilitating crisis care, legal counseling, language interpretation, medical care, shelter services and education or life skills training to rescued victims;
Ensure that assisted individuals are referred to high-quality aftercare services based on individually assessed needs and in accordance with the IJM Minimum Standards of Care;
Engage, prepare and support clients for testifying in court in partnership with aftercare partners and the IJM Bangkok legal and law enforcement development departments;
Accompany clients to court proceedings and assist in providing language interpretation;
Coordinate with aftercare partners to ensure the well-being and restoration of clients, including monitoring victim care, providing referrals for special services, visiting clients, and assisting with emergencies;
In collaboration with the DOA, develop and maintain strategic and mutually supportive partnerships with government and non-government aftercare providers, and provide input to the DOA on strengths and gaps in aftercare services;
In collaboration with the DOA, develop and implement bridge-building strategies with partners in the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security (MSDHS);
Demonstrate the competency in utilizing IJM’s Case Tracking Management System (CTMS);
Translate written documents from English into Burmese, and Burmese to English.

Required Skills and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited university;
Minimum two years relevant field experience;
Fluency in oral and written communication in English and Burmese; additional language ability in Thai preferred;
Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office applications (specifically Word, Excel and Outlook) preferred.

Critical Qualities

Excellent interpersonal skills, cross-cultural communication, and experience or desire to work comfortably within a multi-ethnic and multi-disciplinary team;
High attention to detail, sound judgment, ability to take initiative and provide constructive feedback, and analytical and problem-solving skills;
Disciplined with priorities and works well under pressure;
Professional presentation in demeanor and written and oral communication;
Exceptionally high level of honesty and integrity;
Personable with a sustained positive attitude;
Willingness and ability to travel within Thailand;
Demonstrated commitment to serving the poor and the oppressed.
Passionate commitment to and understanding of IJM mission.

How to apply:

In order to apply, submit a complete application form, CV, and Cover Letter to bangkokrecruiting@ijm.org. Please specify in the subject which position you are applying for.

Organization: International Justice Mission
Country: Thailand
Closing date: 19 Jun 2017

Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Start Date: July 2017

Compensation: Competitive salary with benefits

Reports to: Bangkok Director of Investigations and Law Enforcement Development (DILED)

Position Detail

IJM is seeking a skilled, experienced, Burmese-speaking Fieldworker who will be responsible for gathering and monitoring information on cases of labor trafficking. The Fieldworker will seek to secure reliable, timely and actionable information concerning victims, witnesses, and perpetrators of criminal activity within the project area. This position is based in Bangkok, Thailand and will require travel within Thailand.

Responsibilities

Develop a thorough working knowledge of relevant laws and criminal procedures regarding labor trafficking cases;
Develop a thorough working knowledge of the methods of human traffickers and the methods and techniques used to gather information and evidence to document labor trafficking crimes effectively;
Conduct thorough, detailed, and well-documented information gathering related to cases of labor trafficking;
Recruit and maintain a network of operatives and informants who provide reliable, timely and actionable information regarding cases of labor trafficking;
Collaborate with community members and NGO partners to receive and respond to reports of trafficking, gathering accurate and relevant information about trafficking activity within communities, and strategically analyzing case work;
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with governmental officials from relevant Thai and international law enforcement agencies to support the development, investigation, and prosecution of human trafficking cases;
Collaborate regularly with members of IJM Bangkok’s legal and aftercare departments on cases;
Draft fieldwork plans; write detailed, daily field reports and submit them to the DILED or his designee in a timely manner;
Competently work with various databases, record management systems, communication networks, and specialized equipment;
Maintain strict confidentiality of all fieldwork, fieldwork strategies, and other privileged and sensitive information;
Serve, if necessary, as a witness to the crimes committed;
Comply with all IJM and Thai government requirements;
Carry out additional assignments as required by the DILED.

Required Skills and Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university preferred but not required; minimum of a high school education with graduation certificate;
One year experience in conducting field investigations or other relevant experience; experience in the justice sector preferred;
Fluency in oral and written communication in Burmese; fluency or intermediate English preferred; additional language ability in Thai preferred;
Experience working with migrant workers or victims of human trafficking preferred;
Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office applications (specifically Word, Excel and Outlook) preferred;
No criminal record;
Valid driver’s license and passport (or able to obtain).

Critical Qualities

Strong, humble service ethic and a passion for IJM’s mission;
Superior attention to detail;
Disciplined with priorities;
Personable with a sustained positive attitude;
Punctual; manages time and resources effectively;
Excellent interpersonal skills;
Diplomatic, flexible, and mature in judgment;
Effective team player and leader;
Patient and able to work well under stress;
Able to problem solve in difficult situations;
Able to work some irregular hours (e.g. some early mornings, late nights or weekends) and able to travel to other provinces;
Strong cross-cultural communication ability and experience or desire to work comfortably within a multi-ethnic and multi-disciplinary team; and
Passion to help people suffering injustice and oppression.

How to apply:

In order to apply, submit a complete application form, CV, and Cover Letter to bangkokrecruiting@ijm.org. Please specify in the subject which position you are applying for.

Organization: Plan International UK
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 15 Jun 2017

Plan International UK strives to advance children’s rights and equality for girls all over the world. Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

This will include:

Ensuring appropriate and quality humanitarian programmes delivered to a high standard in a timely way in line with Plan Disaster Risk management strategy and donor requirements
Development and management of a portfolio of programmes
Identification of new business opportunities which contribute to overall objectives and business plan
Providing appropriate technical support to team members and country offices in compliance with good practice
Building strong relationships across the organisation and in particular with country offices’ staff
Fostering external relationships through participation in relevant networking events, donor meetings, etc.
Keeping abreast of current trends and developments in the sector ensuring key findings are shared in the team and integrated programming.

You will have significant experience of designing and implementing disasters projects and/or DRR programming with a particular focus on Education; of winning funding and overseeing projects from major humanitarian donors and an understanding of institutional donors’ requirements and operating styles. With a track record of humanitarian field work and working in challenging and stressful / high risk environments, you will be able to establish strong working relationships with colleagues from different functions and cultures. As the role has a focus on education in emergencies, you will have a good understanding of the mechanisms and the international legal / policy framework related to this topic, along with two or more of the sectors in which we work: Health, Education, Shelter, Water and Sanitation, Livelihood, Food security, Nutrition, Protection, Sexual, Reproductive Health and HIV/AIDS and DRR.

The role is based in London and will involve travel for 30% of the time to Country Offices. Fluency in English and French or Spanish is essential.

The deadline for applications is 9:00am on Thursday 15 June 2017

Interviews will take place on Thursday 29 and Friday 30 June 2017

How to apply:

https://plan-uk.org/jobs-and-volunteering

Organization: International Justice Mission
Country: Thailand
Closing date: 23 Jun 2017

Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Start Date: July 2017

Compensation: Competitive salary with benefits

Reports to: Bangkok Director of Investigations and Law Enforcement Development (DILED)

Position Detail

IJM is seeking a skilled, experienced, Khmer-speaking Fieldworker who will be responsible for gathering and monitoring information on cases of labor trafficking. The Fieldworker will seek to secure reliable, timely and actionable information concerning victims, witnesses, and perpetrators of criminal activity within the project area. This position is based in Bangkok, Thailand and will require travel within Thailand.

Responsibilities

Develop a thorough working knowledge of relevant laws and criminal procedures regarding labor trafficking cases;
Develop a thorough working knowledge of the methods of human traffickers and the methods and techniques used to gather information and evidence to document labor trafficking crimes effectively;
Conduct thorough, detailed, and well-documented information gathering related to cases of labor trafficking;
Recruit and maintain a network of operatives and informants who provide reliable, timely and actionable information regarding cases of labor trafficking;
Collaborate with community members and NGO partners to receive and respond to reports of trafficking, gathering accurate and relevant information about trafficking activity within communities, and strategically analyzing case work;
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with governmental officials from relevant Thai and international law enforcement agencies to support the development, investigation, and prosecution of human trafficking cases;
Collaborate regularly with members of IJM Bangkok’s legal and aftercare departments on cases;
Draft fieldwork plans; write detailed, daily field reports and submit them to the DILED or his designee in a timely manner;
Competently work with various databases, record management systems, communication networks, and specialized equipment;
Maintain strict confidentiality of all fieldwork, fieldwork strategies, and other privileged and sensitive information;
Serve, if necessary, as a witness to the crimes committed;
Comply with all IJM and Thai government requirements;
Carry out additional assignments as required by the DILED.

Required Skills and Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university preferred but not required; minimum of a high school education with graduation certificate;
One year experience in conducting field investigations or other relevant experience; experience in the justice sector preferred;
Fluency in oral and written communication in Khmer; fluency or intermediate English preferred; additional language ability in Thai preferred;
Experience working with migrant workers or victims of human trafficking preferred;
Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office applications (specifically Word, Excel and Outlook) preferred;
No criminal record;
Valid driver’s license and passport (or able to obtain).

Critical Qualities

Strong, humble service ethic and a passion for IJM’s mission;
Superior attention to detail;
Disciplined with priorities;
Personable with a sustained positive attitude;
Punctual; manages time and resources effectively;
Excellent interpersonal skills;
Diplomatic, flexible, and mature in judgment;
Effective team player and leader;
Patient and able to work well under stress;
Able to problem solve in difficult situations;
Able to work some irregular hours (e.g. some early mornings, late nights or weekends) and able to travel to other provinces;
Strong cross-cultural communication ability and experience or desire to work comfortably within a multi-ethnic and multi-disciplinary team; and
Passion to help people suffering injustice and oppression.

How to apply:

In order to apply, submit a complete application form, CV, and Cover Letter to bangkokrecruiting@ijm.org. Please specify in the subject which position you are applying for.

Organization: International Justice Mission
Country: Thailand
Closing date: 23 Jun 2017

Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Start Date: July 2017

Compensation: Competitive salary with benefits

Reports to: Bangkok Director of Aftercare (DOA)

Position Detail

IJM is seeking an experienced, Khmer-speaking Social Worker for its Bangkok Field Office. The Social Worker will facilitate aftercare services for the shelter-based and community-based clients, and support the Director of Aftercare in the process of rehabilitation of labor trafficking victims. The position is based in Bangkok, Thailand and will require occasional travel in Thailand.

Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of clients, providing crisis intervention and case management services for assisted individuals and monitor regular follow up and detailed documentation on rehabilitation and restoration progress, ensuring that progress of rescued victims is documented and accurately tracked;
Assist in providing or facilitating crisis care, legal counseling, language interpretation, medical care, shelter services and education or life skills training to rescued victims;
Ensure that assisted individuals are referred to high-quality aftercare services based on individually assessed needs and in accordance with the IJM Minimum Standards of Care;
Engage, prepare and support clients for testifying in court in partnership with aftercare partners and the IJM Bangkok legal and law enforcement develop departments;
Coordinate with aftercare partners to ensure the well-being and restoration of clients, including monitoring victim care, providing referrals for special services, visiting clients, and assisting with emergencies;
In collaboration with the DOA, develop and maintain strategic and mutually supportive partnerships with aftercare providers, and provide input to the DOA on strengths and gaps in aftercare services;
In collaboration with the DOA, develop and implement bridge-building strategies with partners in the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security (MSDHS);
Demonstrate the competency in utilizing IJM’s Case Tracking Management System (CTMS);
Translate written documents from English into Khmer, and Khmer to English.

Required Skills and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited university;
Minimum two years relevant field experience;
Fluency in oral and written communication in English and Khmer; additional language ability in Thai preferred;
Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office applications preferred;

Critical Qualities

Excellent interpersonal skills, cross-cultural communication, and experience or desire to work comfortably within a multi-ethnic and multi-disciplinary team;
High attention to detail, sound judgment, ability to take initiative and provide constructive feedback, and analytical and problem-solving skills;
Disciplined with priorities and works well under deadline pressures;
Professional presentation in demeanor and written and oral communication;
Exceptionally high level of honesty and integrity;
Personable with a sustained positive attitude;
Willingness and ability to travel within Thailand;
Demonstrated commitment to serving the poor and the oppressed;
Passionate commitment to and understanding of IJM mission.

How to apply:

In order to apply, submit a complete application form, CV, and Cover Letter to bangkokrecruiting@ijm.org. Please specify in the subject which position you are applying for.

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