REQUIREMENTS

Education

• HR degree or social sciences is an asset
• Education/training in Recruitment is an asset

Experience

• At least 2 years of professional experience in Recruitment, as well as in HR management and/or administration required
• Professional experience with MSF or similar NGO required
• Experience in recruitment in a multicultural and international environment is an asset

Competences

• Knowledge of competency-based selection process is an asset
• Excellent communication skills, ease of contact, “human touch” are key skills in this role
• Organized and flexible
• Good analytical and synthesis skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Good management of priorities and stress
• Respect for professional confidentiality
• Humanitarian motivation
• Able to work with Microsoft Office 365 tools, including Sharepoint, Teams

Languages

• Fluent English and French required
• Dutch is an asset

CONTEXT

According to the MSF Belgium (OCB) HR Strategic Orientations 2020/2023 and in line with the OCB networked OC statement in July 2020, the Recruitment Unit in OCB HQ has for 2022 among others the ambitions and objectives to 1) increase the focus on HR Marketing/Talent Acquisition strategy and related activities; and 2) be closer to operational needs in the field and strengthen field capacity building.

The aim of this temporary Recruiter position is to support the Recruitment Unit in Brussels in main regular recruitment activities, with main focus on HQ Staff Recruitment (and as well on Internationally Mobile Staff Recruitment when needed) and support the Unit to reassess and review the HQ Recruitment policy and process in order to reinforce their efficiency and the respect of OCB Recruitment principles.

The position reports to the Head of OCB Recruitment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Mission/Raison d’être:

To contribute to operational needs by providing quality HR to the Operational Centre of MSF Brussels (OCB).

In compliance with OCB recruitment principles, criteria, policies and procedures, you are:

• responsible to support HQ Staff Recruitment;
• responsible to recruit the future International Mobile staff for the OCB;
• active team member of the Recruitment unit, contributing to the team dynamic and objectives;
• active in HR marketing activities for any profiles according to the needs: info session, webinars, etc.

HQ Staff recruitment support:

As main responsibility, you support and take part in the recruitment for the HQ positions:

• You check that documents received for opening and publication of an HQ position are completed, and if needed, contact and discuss with the relevant line manager and assistant of Department to complete and/or adapt the documents before publication;
• You support, collaborate and discuss with the relevant line manager and assistant of Department regarding the recruitment process and steps adapted to the HQ position to be recruited, in order to ensure coherence and transparence in the implementation and follow-up of the HQ recruitment policy;
• You support the preparation of the interviews (interview guideline, scoring grid…) with the line manager and other possible relevant referents;
• You participate in the interviews with the line manager and other possible relevant referents;
• You participate in the debriefing and selection discussions as member of the interview panel;
• You do the reference check;
• You write a short recruitment report on the selected candidate.

Internationally Mobile Staff Selection & Recruitment:

Selecting candidates to work abroad:

• You implement the selection process and recruit any International Mobile Staff profile according to the needs;
• You manage all steps of the related recruitment process for the profiles you’re responsible of;
• You carry out a pre-selection of candidates who have applied through our Applicant Tracking System (HERO) according to the criteria laid out by the technical and HR departments;
• You ensure a qualitative applications follow-up, meeting deadlines for contacting the candidates and providing them with appropriate information on their file status; by providing constructive feedback to all the candidates who have gone through the selection process, whether they are ultimately selected or not;
• You ensure timely and qualitative fill-up of the Applicants Tracking System (HERO);
• You write reports of the pre-screen interview and the Competence Based Interview (CBI) done;
• Once an individual is recruited, you will conduct a qualitative debriefing of the interview with the candidate and you will then handover the file to the concerned Development Advisor (DA);

Is a an active Team member of the Recruitment Unit:

• You collect monthly data for activity and workload follow-up;
• You contribute with the team to the evolution of the HR marketing strategies; You participate to HR marketing activities for any profile according to the needs (info session, webinars…);
• You participate actively to the team dynamic and meetings, providing updates on the HQ and International Mobile Staff recruitment activities on a regular basis.  

CONDITIONS

• Expected starting date: ASAP
• Contract type: Fixed-term contract (CDD) till end of 2022, full-time (100%)
• Location: Brussels (Belgium). Eventual other location (*) could be discussed.
• The contractual terms and conditions will be established according to the country to domicile/residence and place of work of the candidate and in respect of MSF standard function and salary grids, taking into consideration experience. (If Belgium: Salary according to MSF-OCB HQ grid – Meal vouchers - Hospital Insurance (DKV) – Pension Plan – 100% reimbursement for public transportation costs)
• Adhere to the MSF principles and to our managerial values: Respect, Transparency, Integrity, Accountability, Trust and Empowerment
• Adhere to the MSF Behavioral Commitments

(*) To allow the qualitative collaboration needed, other location within a time difference of maximum 2 to 3 hours from Belgium can be exceptionally discussed. If the location is in another country than Belgium, please note that we can only contract in another country where we have an MSF office. The local contract and standard salary grid will then apply.

Deadline for applications: 20/04/2022

How to apply?

Please, send your CV and cover letter to Recruit-HQ-HR@brussels.msf.org and mention “Recruiter- Brussels” in the subject of your email.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

MSF values diversity and is committed to create an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, race, color or ethnic and national origins, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

The protection of your personal data is important to MSF. By submitting your application, you consent to MSF using your personal data. For more information, consult our privacy notice to job applicants.

Les candidat·es devront disposer de capacités d’organisation, d’initiative et de rédaction ; iels devront maîtriser les outils informatiques (y compris, au moins dans un des cas, WordPress pour la gestion du site, MailChimp pour la newsletter, InDesign et Photoshop de la suite Adobe pour les visuels).

Les personnes engagées seront intéressées par les thèmes sociaux, économiques et politiques. Il est souhaitable de connaître l’association (ses finalités, ses objectifs et activités) pour mieux contribuer à son rayonnement. Les candidat·es seront en mesure d’assumer des horaires irréguliers (soirées et éventuellement weekends).

 

Le contrat court du 1er août 2022 au 31 juillet 2023, selon le barème de la commission paritaire 329.02. 

 

Les lettres de candidature ainsi que les curriculum vitae doivent parvenir au siège de l’association pour le 30 avril 2022 au plus tard, de préférence par courriel à info@liege.attac.be.

L’ASBL ATTAC, association d’éducation permanente reconnue dans le cadre du Décret sur l’Education permanente de la Communauté française (axe 1) engage deux ou trois salarié·es pour un remplacement d’un an, afin d’assurer au total 1,5 ETP.

 

Description de la fonction et du profil recherché

Deux types de tâches doivent être assumées : l’organisation d’activités et la promotion, tant des actions et activités proposées que de l’association elle-même, par le site, la newsletter, le bulletin périodique, les réseaux sociaux, les médias… 

 

Description des tâches

Organisation d'activités

• Proposition, organisation et promotion d’activités ;
• Présence aux réunions à la demande ;
• Rédactions diverses : articles, rapports, courrier, appel de fonds,… ;
• Participation à la conception du bulletin et aux réunions du comité de rédaction ;
• Expédition du bulletin ;
• Tenue à jour des adresses des membres, sympathisants, associations (partenaires et relais).

Promotion graphique et médiatique

• Réalisation d’affiches et visuels de promo ;
• Tenue à jour du site, de la page Fb, du compte Twitter ;
• Création et envoi d’une newsletter deux fois par mois environ ;
• Tenue à jour d’un fichier de contacts médias et envoi régulier d’informations.

 

• A Bachelor or Master’s degree in management, economics, public finance management, public administration, governance or related fields in development cooperation
• Excellent project planning, management and organisational skills, with ability to multitask under tight deadlines
• Experience in development cooperation (strong asset)
• Experience and/or interest in macroeconomics and development finance (asset)
• Previous experience in acquisition of projects under Framework Contracts (such as SIEA) in one or more of our key areas of expertise (strong asset)
• A solid understanding of the proposal development process
• Co-operative and supportive team player with ‘Can Do’ attitude
• Good stress-resistance and ability to work independently
• Excellent problem-solving ability
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Fluency in English and French is required; Spanish is an asset
• Between 1 and 6 years of experience, possibly more

What you will do:

• Prepare proposals for all framework requests in a timely manner, by:
  -   Identifying high-quality experts and tailoring CVs for specific assignments; developing methodologies and work plan
  -   Negotiating and agreeing on working conditions with the experts as well as supervising the methodology preparation process;
  -   Support the drafting of technical offers/methodologie
  -   Preparing budget
  -   Coordinating and ensuring efficient communication with clients, partners, and experts
  -   Preparing annual reports for the Clients
• Fulfilling project management tasks, including responsibility for several projects won (backstopping, logistics, contractual and administrative arrangements, financial follow-up, interaction with clients, partners and teams, etc.)

What we offer:

• A full-time position within a company with highly-developed expertise and consultancy experience (part-time can be an option);
• A long-term contract
• A full salary package with benefits (pension scheme, lunch vouchers, public transport allowance, travel insurance, company car, etc.).
• The opportunity to rapidly expanding your skills (in business development, contract and project management as well as thematic skills in international development and public finance/macroeconomics).
• A nice working environment, within a great team!
• A hybrid and flexible work model.

HOW TO APPLY?

Please send a CV and 1-page cover letter in English to laurence.quintens@ade.eu by  20 April 2022. The sooner the better since applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please indicate in your cover letter a possible starting date, and the channel through which you learned about this opportunity.

Only applications by email will be considered. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. The selection procedure will be conducted in three phases, including a case study.

Interested in Public Policy and Development Finance?
We are looking for a full-time Framework Contract Manager to expand our Public Finance and Blending Team.

 

ADE is one of Europe’s leading consultancies. We are based in Louvain-la-Neuve, near Brussels, Belgium.  We support senior decision-makers in formulating, monitoring, implementing and evaluating public policies and strategies.  Our areas of specialisation include notably:

• Macro-Economic Reforms and Public finance
• Development Finance and Private Sector Development
• Strategic and Impact Evaluations, and monitoring
• Rural Development, agriculture, and environment, and regional development
• Humanitarian aid
• Conflict Resolution, Security, and Fragility

Development cooperation clients include the European Commission (various Directorates-General), EU Member States’ cooperation agencies (France, Belgium, Austria, Denmark, Netherlands…), the African Development Bank, the International Initiative for Impact Evaluation (3IE), ministries in third countries, and others.

 

The Public Finance and Blending Team manages the acquisition and implementation of projects in the area of public finance, budget support, and innovative finance. It is a young and dynamic team which has experienced a fast expansion over the last year.  Following the recent acquisition of a number of projects, the team is currently looking for a Framework Contract Manager to work on the acquisition and management of projects under EU Framework Contracts (SIEA 2018) covering:

• Budget Support and public finance management
• Innovative financing for development
• Sustainable management of natural resources and resilience
• Infrastructure, sustainable growth and jobs
• Human Rights, Democracy and Peace

• 5 to 10 years of professional experience, or even more
• Master or PhD, typically in highly analytical fields (e.g., economics, engineering, sciences, philosophy)
• EU nationality or work permit required.
• Outstanding analytical skills, for both in-depth research and strategic high-level thinking
• Fully fluent in English with at least basic knowledge of French; other languages are an asset
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Strong writing and presentation skills
• Leadership and interpersonal skills, ability to work in teams
• A strong interest in evaluation of public policies
• A strong interest in development cooperation, humanitarian aid, or development finance

Your opportunities:

• Conducting complex, strategic evaluations targeting senior decision-makers
• Gaining experience across a range of different sectors, countries, and organisations
• Joining a renowned consultancy, working for the EU, UN, and other leading organisations
• Working towards contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
• Working in line with ADE’s 4 main values: Excellence - Ethics - Entrepreneurial spirit - Team spirit
• Developing your skills as a professional consultant
• Joining an international team of highly qualified colleagues
• Benefiting from a full salary package, with benefits such as a company car if desired

HOW TO APPLY?

Please send a CV and 1-page cover letter in English by 18 April 2022 to laurence.quintens@ade.eu. The sooner the better as we may process applications directly. Please indicate in your letter a possible starting date and the channel through which you learned about this opportunity.

Only applications by email will be considered. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. The selection will include interviews, a case study, and a logical test.

We are looking to recruit an in-house PUBLIC POLICY EVALUATOR

Are you an experienced professional with excellent analytical and consulting skills?

Are you interested in strategic evaluations in the field of development cooperation, humanitarian aid, or development finance?

Do you have an entrepreneurial mindset and the willingness to continuously improve your skills and our services?

 

ADE is one of Europe’s leading public policy evaluation companies.  We are based in Louvain-la-Neuve, near Brussels, Belgium.  We work for major clients such as the European Union, EU Member States’ aid agencies, the European Investment Bank, the African Development Bank, and United Nations agencies.  Our Evaluation Department focuses on strategic evaluations in the field of development cooperation and humanitarian aid policies. We aim hereby at assessing public policies and their implementation and providing recommendations for the future. We focus on high-level strategies and policies, addressing major challenges on the international scene.

 

Examples of strategic evaluations:

• Evaluation of the EU Gender Action Plan III for external aid (on-going)
• Evaluation of the EU cooperation with Palestine (on-going)
• Evaluation of the EU cooperation with the United Nations (on-going)
• Evaluation of the EU contribution to the UN Sustainable Development Goals – SDGs (on-going)
• Evaluation of the EU cooperation with the World Bank (on-going)
• Evaluation of the Belgian Humanitarian Aid Strategy (on-going)
• Evaluation of the Belgian International Climate Finance (2021)
• Evaluation of the EU Gender Policy in Humanitarian Aid (2021)
• Evaluation of the UN World Food Program’s Strategic Plan in Zimbabwe (2021)
• Evaluation of the UN World Food Program’s Strategic Plan in Lebanon (2021)
• Study for the OECD on Core Concepts of Blended Finance & Evaluation (2020)

Your work:

• Designing evaluation approaches and tools
• Conducting interviews and data collection at client headquarters
• Participating to field visits at country level (e.g., 2 one-week missions per year)
• Conducting quantitative & qualitative research and analysis
• Drafting reports and presenting findings in client meetings
• Managing teams and projects
• Participating to tender processes and ADE’s wider internal and external activities