Belgium

Profile and relevant experience • Master Degree in political sciences/sociology/development/public health or alternatively an equivalent combination of relevant trainings and experience • At least 3 years of operational experience relative to international projects, preferably in the field • Knowledge and experience in PCM, log frame, PMER, budget • Ability to formulate and submit projects and to report to donors in French and in English. Ability to work on budgets and financial reporting • Personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility and result-driven • Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure • Ability to work harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds • Experience with DGD and EU partnership is an asset. Experience in Central Africa is also an asset Languages Excellent written and oral command of French and English. To capitalize the contact with the Belgian colleagues and donors, a good command of Dutch is an asset.

Workfield SOS Children's Villages Belgium is a Belgian VZW/ASBL and NGO which focuses on the child’s development to become a self-supporting and contributing member of society trough the support of a caring family environment. Recognizing the role of the child in his/her development, as well as the role of his/her family, community, state and other service providers, we work together with relevant stakeholders to find the most appropriate response to the situation of children at risk of losing parental care and those without parental care. Based on the specific situation and best interests of the child, program interventions are developed and actions taken. Together with other stakeholders, we build on the foundation of existing resources, initiatives and capacities and we strengthen these where required. In this way, we respond with relevant interventions, making best use of available resources, and have a greater impact on the situation of the children within our target group. The department “International programs and institutional funds” is in charge for the coordination of international programs with local partners and the Federation SOS Children’s Villages International, development and management of institutional partnerships, support of the other departments of the NGO (communication, administration and fundraising), and advocacy for the children’s rights, particularly of the SOS target group. Under the direct supervision of the Head of the International Programs and Institutional Funds Department and having in mind the mission and vision of SOS Children’s Villages, the collaborator will support the department with the following objectives and tasks. Main objectives of the function 1. Coordination of international programs (the geographic area will mainly focus on Central Africa) 2. Development and management of institutional partnerships (at local, Belgian and international level) 3. Internal communication on the projects, adapted to the final addressee In particular, with the support of the team and the Managing Director: he/she will have the following duties and responsibilities: 1. Institutional partnership development • Prepare institutional applications (including the DGD) with the participation of local partners, the Federation SOS Children’s Villages International and any other stakeholders to be involved • Prepare and defend narrative and financial reports towards the donor • Constantly screen the institutional partnership opportunities • Take an active and proactive role in the evolution of this channel for the NGO • Participate and represent SOS Children’s Villages Belgium to the meetings of the NGO sector 2. International programs coordination: • Support the local partners in the planning, monitoring, evaluation and reporting of the programs (PMER), particular support depending on the specificity of each program. • Support the PMER system in place and participate to its evolution • Organize, take part in and lead monitoring missions, auto and external evaluations and implement missions’ recommendations • Give sporadic support to the SOS Belgian youth welfare projects 3. Internal communication • Support the department in charge of the private partnership in their fundraising actions • Support the department in charge of the communication regarding the SOS magazine, the website and the annual report • Inform the team of SOS Belgium about the situation of the international and Belgian projects Any other duties that may be required for the best interest of the organization Method of application All applications should be addressed in English to marie.wuestenberghs@sos-kinderdorpen.be, quoting the above vacancy notice title before 27 March 2016.

 

• Bachelier (minimum) en sciences humaines et/ou sociales ;
• Réel intérêt et connaissance de la législation et procédures pour la problématique des demandeurs d’asile ;
• Connaissance usuelle de l’anglais - la connaissance de toute autre langue étra,gère est un atout;
• Expérience exigée en gestion d’équipe dans le domaine social et dans un environnement multiculturel ;
• Maîtrise de l’outil informatique et familiarisé avec les outils modernes de communication et de gestion ;
• Vous avez un excellent sens du leadership et prenez facilement des initiatives ;
• Vous intégrez sans difficulté une équipe et partagez les principes du Mouvement Croix-Rouge ;
• Vous arrivez aisément à motiver une équipe, l’évaluer sur le travail accompli et déléguer dans le respect des rôles et fonctions de chacun ;
• Vous êtes dynamique, enthousiaste, à l’aise dans la gestion de conflits ou en situation de stress ;
• Polyvalence, flexibilité, écoute, tolérance, empathie sont des qualités indispensables pour cette fonction ;
• Vous êtes organisé, bon négociateur et avez un excellent sens des responsabilités.

Réf.: 2016-0039/ADC/2703

Adjoint(e) au Directeur de Centre (m/f)

Contrat à durée indéterminée - Temps plein - Horaire variable et prestations en soirées, week-ends et/ou jours fériés

Début du contrat : le plus rapidement possible

Lieu de travail : 4460 BIERSET

Le Département Accueil des Demandeurs d’Asile (ADA) en quelques mots : il a pour mission d’organiser et d’assurer un accueil digne et humain des demandeurs d’asile. Près de 800 collaborateurs assurent la gestion de +/- 30 centres et proposent des projets de vie aux migrants sous la forme de suivi social, de formations, etc.

Fonction :

 

En votre qualité d’Adjoint(e) au Directeur de Centre (m/f) votre mission principale consiste à seconder le Directeur du Centre de Bierset (700 places) dans la gestion et l’organisation des activités du Centre, voire le remplacer si nécessaire. Par ailleurs, en collaboration avec le Directeur, vous veillerez à assurer la bonne marche du Centre dans tous ses aspects en cohérence avec le projet Croix-Rouge - Communauté francophone, les normes établies par le Département ADA et dans le respect de la législation belge et européenne.

 

A ce titre, vous assumez la responsabilité de :

 

• La gestion du personnel : établissement des horaires et du planning des tâches, organisation des congés et des états de prestation, contrôle des présences du personnel et de la bonne exécution des tâches, encadrement pédagogique de l’équipe, supervision des stages, etc.

 

• L’organisation de l’accueil : transport et déplacement des résidents pour les activités liées à la scolarité, aux soins médicaux et aux animations ; gestion de l’occupation des chambres, des communs et sécurité des bâtiments et des parkings ; organisation et gestion des repas. Vous veillez à la distribution de l’argent de poche et du défraiement des services communautaire ainsi qu’à la diffusion et à l’application des règles de vie communautaire dans un esprit préventif plutôt que répressif.

 

Si vous vous reconnaissez dans ce profil, nous vous invitons à envoyer votre candidature (curriculum vitae et lettre de motivation en deux fichiers attachés) via le lien ci après :

http://www.croix-rouge.be/jobs/nos-offres-en-belgique/details/?offreid=3498

(seules les candidatures en ligne, via notre site internet, sont recevables et seront étudiées)

- A degree or advanced degree in a relevant field (or equivalent). 
- Significant experience (10 years+) working on relevant nature-related policy & business issues - candidates with both government/politics and industry experience preferred. 
- Proven experience in people management (5 years+). 
- Experience with developing and implementing strategic approaches. 
- Fluent in Dutch, French and English. 
- A familiarity with working with politicians and business including those at the most senior levels. 
- Excellent communication skills for both small meetings and large events. 
- A track record of writing and delivering position papers, speeches, and presentations. 
- Knowledge of federal & regional regulatory and legislative processes. 
- A passion for the future of our Planet & for Nature.

Nous vous offrons:

- A permanent contract on a full time basis. 
- An attractive package including mobile phone, laptop, representation allowances, meal vouchers, pension insurance, hospitalization insurance, 100% refund on public transport costs. 
- A pleasant working environment in the Centre of Brussels, easily accessible by public transportation. 
- The opportunity to contribute to the mission of WWF and to share the values of our organization to which you adhere naturally.

WWF believes in a future where people and nature thrive, so we're committed to safeguarding the natural world. WWF has teams of experts working in over 100 countries to protect the natural resources that sustain and inspire us: our forests, rivers, oceans, climate, food and wildlife. WWF harnesses the collective power of supporters around the world, communities, companies and governments to create real solutions for people and the planet.  

One of the ways we're going to safeguard the natural world is by influencing decisions made by government and companies. This is the role of the Policy and Business team. We're looking to defend and extend key EU and Belgian environmental policies and laws. We're also working with companies whose products, supply chains, business models have a critical impact on the species and places we seek to protect. We are challenging them to change their practices towards sustainable patterns. 

WWF employs knowledgeable, talented people who are passionate about engaging and inspiring others. People who share our optimism that it's possible to change the world. People who are determined to make a difference.

As Director of policy & business, you'll be member of the Executive team (SMT) and you'll manage a team of 7 people. You'll be accountable for: 

- developing the strategic approach to achieve WWF's goals in policy & business; 
implementing the strategic approach through the development and execution of annual operational plans; 
- managing the performance and development of your people and team; 
feeling motivated by the challenge and opportunity of managing people, and holding them accountable for delivery; 
- prioritizing, adapting and making decisions as necessary in a fast-moving context; 
- being able to function as an organizational leader owning responsibility for organization-wide goals, as well as focusing on the specific priorities of your own role; 
- developing public policy positions & corporate partnerships in collaboration with the members of the team; 
- representing WWF in meetings with government officials, companies, roundtables, etc; 
- building a network and setting up collaborations with other organizations to advance the policy & business goals; 
the know-how to influence and persuade policy makers and business leaders.

• Required Educational/professional qualifications:

Minimum 3 years relevant professional experience, preferably in journalism/press or media relations; 

University degree or equivalent qualification preferably in communications, journalism or public relations;  

Working knowledge of EU institutions and processes, and in particular of climate, energy and environment policy; 

Journalism or media training considered an asset;

Native level written and spoken English; additional EU languages considered an asset.

• Preferred/desirable qualifications

Experience of working with NGO’s

Knowledge or experience with coal campaigning

•  Experience, skills and abilities

Experience writing, editing and proofreading, with a proven ability to manage the production of various types of high quality print and digital media products; 

Knowledge of, and existing base of contacts with European news media desirable;

Demonstrable experience of using digital and social media to achieve campaign/advocacy objectives; 

Ability to prioritise and manage diverse tasks, meeting deadlines while maintaining high editorial standards;   

Experience of working in a network; internal communication skills desirable;  

A good team player coupled with ability to be self-reliant and self-disciplined, and use one’s own initiative and to generate new communication ideas,

Solid grounding in Microsoft Offie applications

CAN Europe, Europe's largest coalition working on climate and energy issues, is currently seeking an experienced and dynamic Communication Coordinator to join our team in Brussels.  This position will offer the successful candidate an opportunity to be at the center of the largest movement for global change that will affect people and the planet for centuries to come.

 This position is based on a Belgian open-ended contract. Remuneration for the job will be between  3200 and 4000 Euro gross/month depending on the years of experience and subject to Belgian taxes.  Extra benefits include lunch vouchers and reimbursement of local transport costs.

 To apply, please send a letter of motivation and CV to jobs@caneurope.org .