Vietnam based Inclusive Governance Specialist (Alinea International)

Job Description

• Job Title: Inclusive Governance Specialist
• Project Name: The Field Support Services Project in Vietnam (FSSP)
• Job type: Specialist on Inclusive Governance to support the in-country international assistance of the Government of Canada in Vietnam.
• Location of Position: Hanoi, Vietnam (remote) with potential local travel
• Reporting to: FSSP Manager
• Remuneration: In line with market rates.
• Indicative LOE/Time Frame: Duration of the initial consultancy is approximately 12 months, expected starting early January 2024 with an Estimated Level of Effort (LoE) of 30 days per year and flexible by month.
• Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required
• Application Deadline: December 17th. 2023

Background

The Vietnam FSSP acts in alignment with Canada’s Official Development Assistance Accountability Act, which aims to comply with aid effectiveness principles and deliver aid that maximizes its impact on development and poverty reduction. Further, FSSP helps advance the implementation of GAC’s commitment to Canada’s Feminist International Assistance Policy.

Key Responsibilities 

Based in and working remotely from Vietnam, the Inclusive Governance Specialist will work in close collaboration with and report to the FSSP Manager, in cooperation with the GAC development team in Vietnam.

The selected Inclusive Governance Specialist may be required to travel locally and is responsible for the following tasks, but are not limited to:

• Provide technical analysis, advice, guidance and tools on inclusive governance (human rights, rules of law, inclusive growth for green agriculture, safe food for growth, etc.) to foster Canada’s engagement and programming options in Vietnam;
• Preparation of inclusive governance-related studies, background papers, policy briefs, recommendations, reports, factsheets, etc. as well as policy priorities and programming options in Vietnam;
• Analysis, advice and recommendations on current or emerging and future inclusive governance issues within the scope of Canada’s cooperation program in Vietnam;
• Contribute to the preparation of option papers, concept papers and project approval documents, including the development of project logic models (LM) and LM narratives, performance management frameworks (PMF) and PMF narratives, monitoring plans, risk registers, management plans and terms of reference, in accordance with GAC’s results-based management methodology, terminology and tools;
• Analysis and review of the legal and regulatory environment in Vietnam as it relates to inclusive governance and human rights;?mapping of network of local non-governmental, development partner and government contacts actively engaged in inclusive governance and human rights programming.
• Advice on opportunities and strategies for mainstreaming inclusive governance and human rights concerns across Canada’s cooperation program and the promotion of program level synergies, coherence and results achievement;
• Participate, as required, in field visits/monitoring exercises including liaising with implementing partners, external monitors and GAC HQ and Embassy personnel, reports (written and/or oral) on meetings/events attended including field trip reports;
• Participate on behalf of GAC and assist in preparing Canada’s position for inclusive governance-related working groups, events and policy dialogue;
• Provide any other related services, as required.

Expected Deliverables

• Legal and regulatory frameworks guiding inclusive governance in Vietnam;
• Opportunities for policy dialogue and action on issues of governance and human rights including cooperation with other donors;
• Analysis on opportunities and strategies for mainstreaming inclusive governance and human rights concerns across Canada’s cooperation program.
• Ethnic minorities and other vulnerable groups;
• Labour issues (women in the workforce);
• Women’s economic empowerment;
• Post-secondary education, training and skills development

Academic Qualifications and Experience: 

Mandatory:

• Advanced degree in Social Sciences, Business Administration, Economics, Commerce, Finance, International Development or a related discipline.
• Additional training completed in the last 10 years in one of the fields of project management, international development, results-based management, conflict management, capacity building or coaching approaches (considered an asset).

• Minimum of 10 years of working experience in international assistance policy and programming related to inclusive governance and human rights in Vietnam.
• Demonstrated experience in the delivery of technical assistance to governmental agencies and/or international organizations on inclusive governance such as human rights, improvement of legal and regulatory frameworks, development of institutional capacity and coordination, green agriculture, safe food for growth, etc.
• Demonstrated practical knowledge of the inclusive governance and human rights context in Vietnam and of international inclusive governance frameworks.
• Knowledge of social and economic challenges facing women in Vietnam and experience demonstrating approaches to address gender issues at policy, program and project level.
• Experience working with diversified stakeholders (GoV, CSOs, journalists, private sector or other development partners);
• Familiarity of key stakeholders in inclusive governance and human rights in Vietnam;
• Fluency in English is required.

Desirable:

• Experience in working with international development assistance organizations;
• Knowledge of the GAC’s Feminist International Assistance Policy (FIAP), Indo-Pacific Strategy (IPS), Canada’s approach to results-based-management; capacity development and building measures (conference, delegation trips, trainings, dialogues, etc.) and policy making processes in Vietnam;
• Strong analytical and critical thinking, research, communication and report writing skills proven through track record or published papers;
• Able to work effectively in a dynamic team environment (working both independently and as part of a small team).

Application Instructions:

1. A cover letter is mandatory to be considered. Cover letters should effectively align your skills and experiences with the specific job responsibilities outlined in the position’s description, demonstrating your aptitude and enthusiasm for the role, your daily fee and current availability.
2. Click the “Apply now” link to upload your cover letter and CV (Curriculum Vitae).
3. Only successful candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.

At Alinea International we value diversity, equity, inclusivity, accessibility and belonging in everything we do. We are an equal opportunity employer opposed to all forms of discrimination. We actively seek and encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds recognizing that an inclusive workforce enriches our organization and achieves smarter, more innovative results. Alinea is committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. Due to the nature of our work, all candidates will be subject to due diligence and extensive background checks where appropriate.

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