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1. Director of Investor Engagement – FairPensions – London, UK

FairPensions is a groundbreaking charity that promotes responsible investment by pension funds and fund managers. Launched in 2005, it already has a strong track record of persuading major investors to increase shareholder activism on environmental, social and governance issues. Today, FairPensions is recognised in the UK as the leading NGO that monitors and engages with the investment industry.

We are looking for a Director of Investor Engagement to lead FairPensions’ work to persuade large investors to adopt responsible investment practices, and to propose action by institutional investors in relation to specific issues (i.e. single issue campaigns focusing on what companies are doing on the ground). Previously these campaigns have tackled access to medicines, mining in the developing world and climate change.

The successful candidate would ideally have experience in finance, pensions, investment management or corporate social responsibility. The person must be comfortable communicating with senior figures in the City.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of society. Flexible working or a job share are a possibility.

Salary £36,000 + pension contribution. Based in London

Deadline for applications: 10am, Tuesday 30th June 2009

The application form can be downloaded from here:

A job description and person specification is available from here:
Send completed applications to: angharad(at)fairpensions.org.uk

2. Office Administrator - Institute for Historical Justice and Reconciliation (IHJR) – The Hague, Netherlands

For its Hague Office, the Institute for Historical Justice and Reconciliation is seeking an Office Administrator (OA) to support the work of the other staff members, to oversee the logistical needs of the office, and to maintain service contracts and assist in publication work and report writing. . Candidates must have EU residency and/or working papers for The Netherlands. The OA’s responsibilities include:

1) secretarial support (organizing calendars, travel; responsible for mail, answering telephones, keeping website up-to-date, database management, archives)
2) assist in preparation of meetings and take minutes of meetings
3) basic financial management including book keeping, in cooperation with an external administrative office;
4) managing and ordering office supplies;
5) assist in preparing reports and other publications

Reporting & Working Relationships:
The OA reports to the director of the Hague office . The OA will work with the program coordinators, the program director and the director of development.
The OA is the first point of contact for external contractors (e.g., admin office, ICT-provider etc.).

Requirements
The candidate should be able to operate at HBO-level (higher vocational education) and have 2 to 3 to years experience working in a similar function.
Additional Qualifications:
Experience in working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access) including database management.
Fluency in Dutch and English, good writing skills.
Familiar with basic bookkeeping skills.
The OA needs to be highly motivated, pro-active, attentive to detail, capable of meeting deadlines and working independently as well as part of a small team. The OA has good communication skills, analytical ability, is an accurate and flexible team worker with a good sense of responsibility.
Familiarization with human rights work and civil society organizations, and an interest in history, in peace processes, reconciliation and/or law are beneficial.

How to Apply:
Attn.: Ms. Catherine Cissé van den Muijsenbergh
e-mail: ccisse(at)ihjr.org
phone: +31.70.361.5530
http://www.historyandreconciliation.org/
Last day to apply: August 15, 2009

3. Internship - Corporate Citizenship – London, UK

Corporate Citizenship helps clients to create and deliver a full range of CSR and sustainability programmes. We work with corporate functions and business units to develop strategies, engage stakeholders, manage environmental impacts, and invest in communities to achieve business goals and fulfill corporate missions. Corporate Citizenship also publishes Corporate Citizenship Briefing, the leading journal in this sector.

The successful candidate will work to compile the daily CSR media briefing, research and write news and features for Corporate Citizenship Briefing and associated website www.ccbriefing.co.uk and carry out research for clients of Corporate Citizenship.
Commencing July 21st for 4 months.

A demonstrable interest and knowledge of corporate social responsibility issues and passionate about the positive contribution business can make to society and development; superior research and writing skills; ability to work as part of a small team; excellent communication skills – written, oral, presentation.

To apply, please send a CV and covering letter, highlighting your suitability for the role to Sue Woolcott, Corporate Citizenship, Holborn Gate, 330 High Holborn, London WC1V 7QG or by email to: sue.woolcott(at)corporate-citizenship.com.

Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted.
Salary  £250 per week
Deadline 30 June 2009
Location  London and must be eligible to work in the UK
Url http://www.ccbriefing.co.uk/
Other Information  For more background, see www.corporate-citizenship.com and www.lbg-online.net

4. Executive Director - Global Network Initiative - Washington DC, USA

The Global Network Initiative (GNI) is seeking an Executive Director to lead a new multi-stakeholder organization dedicated to protecting and advancing the human rights of freedom of expression and privacy in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector.

The GNI was launched on October 29, 2008 when a diverse group of companies, human rights organizations, academics, investors, and technology leaders published new Principles on Freedom of Expression and Privacy, accompanied by Implementation Guidelines and a Governance, Accountability and Learning Framework. More information about the Initiative can be found at http://www.globalnetworkinitiative.org.

Executive Director Position: The Executive Director will report to GNI’s Board of Directors and will be responsible for key tasks and milestones associated with the establishment and operation of the organization. Key milestones include: globalizing and increasing GNI’s membership, developing a strategic plan in close consultation with the board, and making the GNI a leading voice in defending and promoting freedom of expression and privacy in the ICT sector. Location: Washington, D.C.; flexible for the right candidate

Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities of the Executive Director will include:
* Facilitating sound strategic planning to ensure the Initiative’s overall effectiveness, integrity, and sustainability; * Directing all program components, including oversight and coordination of GNI subcommittees and work streams: o Recruiting new participants (company and non-company) and managing membership; o Conducting stakeholder outreach and identifying collaborative opportunities; o Supporting the implementation of an accountability process for the organization; o Managing and further developing a shared learning program, including the creation of relevant human rights resources; * Acting as spokesperson for the organization and coordinating external communications, including representing the GNI in the media and at public speaking engagements; * Collecting participant dues and managing resource development / external fundraising efforts; * Managing the financial and administrative elements of the GNI; * Maintaining or formulating operational policies, procedures, and protocols; * Planning and supporting meetings of the Board and of the full membership; * Planning and executing learning forums and other GNI events, including an annual learning conference; * Recruiting, hiring, and supervising staff; * Publishing annual reports on the Initiative’s progress; * Undertaking other tasks contained in the GNI’s work plan or as directed by the Board.

Qualifications: The Executive Director position is designed for candidates with significant relevant experience. An ideal candidate would have:
* A demonstrated commitment to the goals of the GNI; * Experience in a start-up and/or nonprofit environment; * Experience in successfully recruiting and expanding global membership among companies and civil society organizations; * Directly relevant experience in the ICT sector; * Experience with addressing the needs of a diverse, global group of stakeholders; * Demonstrated leadership, management, and organizational skills; * An entrepreneurial and collaborative working style; * Seven or more years of relevant experience in human rights, corporate social responsibility and/or Internet and telecommunications policy; * Superior verbal and written skills; * An advanced degree in law, public policy, business or other relevant field; * Fluency in English and at least one other language.

This position represents a significant opportunity for the right individual to work with global leaders to shape the approach that ICT companies and their stakeholders will take to issues of freedom of expression and privacy in years to come.

To Apply: Please email a cover letter explaining your interest and a resume or curriculum vitae to info(at)globalnetworkinitiative.org (Subject line: “Executive Director Position”). Deadline: July 31, 2009. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

5. Global Product Manager: Cocoa – Fairtrade Labelling Organizations International - Bonn, Germany

Fairtrade Labelling Organizations International (FLO) unites the producer-, market- and business-facing activities within the Fairtrade Labelling system. FLO develops the Fairtrade Standards; promotes the empowerment of Fairtrade-certified producers by supporting them in gaining and maintaining Fairtrade Certification and capitalizing on market opportunities; and facilitates global Fairtrade markets, to optimise benefits for producers.

The Global Product Manager for Cocoa forms part of the newly-created Fairtrade Global Product Management function. The Manager reports into the Head of Global Product Management, with peers responsible for global product management for other Fairtrade products. The key objective is to understand and manage the supply-demand balance for cocoa and guide cocoa operations of Fairtrade to ensure growth of markets and to maximize the impact of Fairtrade on cocoa producers worldwide. The Global Product Manager for Cocoa will liaise with the Fairtrade Labeling Initiatives who promote Fairtrade cocoa in their respective markets; the Fairtrade producers and Producer Networks representing Latin America, Africa, and Asia; other key stakeholders and experts in cocoa; and the internal units within FLO. The interaction is essential in order to devise and implement a global Fairtrade cocoa strategy. In the first instance the GPM Cocoa Team will be staffed by one Manager and will collaborate closely with the GPM for sugar once that person is hired. It is envisaged that the Cocoa Team will grow as the GPM function becomes fully established.

OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE:
• Define (with key stakeholders) the short and long-term global product strategy for cocoa • Manage the subsequent implementation of strategy – owning plans (short and long term) and managing forecast accuracy levels of supply and demand • Recommend and take action based on plan and forecast: • Contribute towards development of supply base that provides quality and continuity of supply; via producer-facing activity • Help drive and guide business facing units to develop strategic sourcing plans for Fairtrade cocoa to maximize benefit to Fairtrade producers (market facing activity) • Provide high level interaction, direction and information to all key stakeholders to ensure their ability to deliver against own objectives • Share knowledge and communicate across the wider Fairtrade global network on the GPM strategy, plan and delivery for cocoa • Provide insight into policies, costs, supply chain, trading practices, messaging, and pricing to maximize growth of the category and producer benefit • Represent Fairtrade Labelling in the global cocoa market and at relevant conferences.

PRINCIPAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Research, develop and maintain in-depth understanding of current, future and historical context of conventional cocoa operations and the Fairtrade market to inform strategy and plans. This encompasses comprehensive analysis of the supply chain (origins, processes, bottlenecks, producer base, key players, potential risk and opportunities) and external market (global potential, competition, demand, product formulation) • Understand relevant issues in Fairtrade operational scope – pricing mechanism; social and environmental criteria, production (quality, processing), certification & inspection requirements – and its applicability to cocoa. • Build and manage cocoa strategy and associated plans to achieve on-going demand and supply optimization. • Coordinate supply and demand information with market facing actors (global Fairtrade Key Account Managers; Labeling Initiatives Account Managers), supply chain actors and producers. • Coordinate market strategies in collaboration with Labelling Initiatives to maximize the use of Fairtrade cocoa derivatives in a variety of products. • Forecast cocoa demand against planned supply (short and long term). Provide updates, variations and reforecast against baseline on a regular basis • Recommend actions to fix cocoa supply chain bottlenecks and constraints and presents the business case for changes that lead to growth and impact of the category. • Provide cocoa-specific guidance to other functions within Fairtrade Labelling, including the Standards and Pricing functions, Producer Services and Relations, and FLO-CERT. • Provide sourcing assistance, guidance, and risk management to Labelling Initiatives interfacing with the market and with their accounts. • Actively engage with cocoa advisors (experts, traders, and producers) and ensure producer involvement in the cocoa strategy. • Communicate progress against cocoa strategy and plan, and make relevant information available to all key stakeholders. • Coach, guide and mentor (future) direct reports and create a global team for cocoa.

SKILLS REQUIRED:
• Knowledge / Job Specific Competencies (E= Essential; D=Desirable):
-Specific product knowledge and experience of cocoa production and trade (E); -Experience working in or with Fairtrade cocoa supply chains or with related standards, certification or development programs (E); - Experience in managing cross-functional teams and groups (E); - Understanding of cocoa manufacturing and product formulation (D); - Prior work with forecasting, planning and data analysis and data management (D)
• Professional Skills - Outstanding communication and relationship management skills (E); - Fluent English (E); - Experience in managing, mentoring and coaching direct reports (E); - Strong inclination for project management and meeting deadlines; (E) - Fluent French and/or Spanish (E).
• Personal Qualities - Demonstrable ability to drive forward work on own initiative and lead (E); - Demonstrable ability to motivate and enthuse others (E); - Clear and demonstrable desire to improve the lives of cocoa farmers (E); - Desire to work in a multicultural environment (E).

TERMS AND CONDITIONS: • Duration of contract: one year with perspective of prolongation • Preference for location is Bonn, Germany, but there is flexibility in where this role may be geographically located. • Regular international travel is expected. • The working language is English • Salary on the basis of Collective Bargaining Agreement scale 6a, commensurate on experience and qualifications, plus attractive benefits package • 30 days annual leave per annum pro rata • Start of employment: August 2009 or as soon as possible.

To apply:
• Please consult www.fairtrade.net for more information on FLO and its members • Please apply by email only, in English, with Curriculum Vitae and motivation letter, citing 'GPM Cocoa' in the subject field to applications(at)fairtrade.net • Please note that only those selected for interviews will be contacted
Deadline 10 July

6. Programming Director: Hub Islington - London, UK

london.jobs@the-hub.net

WE ARE LOOKING FOR AN EXCEPTIONAL PERSON TO JOIN OUR TEAM AS PROGRAMMING DIRECTOR

We invite you to play a huge part in running, shaping and growing the Hub Islington offering with relation to space, network, programming and services. You will be given a unique opportunity to develop the original Hub in the fast expanding global Hub network (meaning bags of entrepreneurial spirit are a must!).

We care much more about your core qualities, skills and approach than we do about fitting you into categories associated with particular roles. This is a high-level position involving carrying out a variety of responsibilities to the highest standard. The role has three main elements:

• Space & People

Hosting of the space for 2 days a week to ensure involvement in all aspects of running a Hub. This involves space management, meeting and signing up new members, managing meeting room bookings, light maintenance if needed and connecting members within the network. Work is done together with a Hosting Team and members. You need to be good with people and able to respond well and efficiently to feedback, constantly developing the Hub space offering.

• Programming & Services

Coordinating a thriving programme of events and activities, you will liaise closely with members to ensure you maximise the potential of both the space and the network. Leading the event management of all events with support from the Hosting team. You will ideally have some experience of organising an events programme from conception through to delivery and a network of contacts in various sectors. Working closely with the team at Hub Kings Cross to explore and develop opportunities for collaboration between Hubs and members in London, you will also focus on developing new services for members (such as insurance and scholarship schemes) along with being the main point of contact within the international Hosts community for Islington.

• Attraction

Attracting and inviting a wider network of social innovators to join the Hub or work with us on new collaborative projects along with participation in relevant events, representing the Hub. You will need to have confidence, be personable and able to see the potential for collaboration between the Hub and a variety of social entrepreneurs, organisations and campaigns.

We are looking for someone with a passion and drive for the development of social initiatives both on a local and international level who can dedicate to the Hub and the hard work involved in running it successfully.

We are looking for a team player who is friendly and always has a positive, solution-focused approach who won’t mind getting their hands dirty or doing a bit of DIY, but will feel equally comfortable communicating with high level partners, pitching hard for funding and shaping the strategy of a growing social enterprise.

Our perfect candidate will have the entrepreneurial drive and ambition to take this remit above and beyond expectation and ensure the Hub continues to be an inspirational and member-led organisation as it expands in the years to come.

If you think you are perfect for the role, please send your CV and a covering letter explaining why we need you to: london.jobs@the-hub.net

Location: Angel, London

Salary: £24,000

Closing date: Friday 10th July 2009 (12pm)

Interview dates: Week commencing Monday 27th July 2009

Starting date: Early August