Work for ARK

ARK seeks an exceptional person to join us as our Global Health Theme Lead.  This is a key role in our team, and offers the chance to join a nimble, entrepreneurial organisation at a significant strategic point in our history.  

With a focus on under-5s, ARK has programmes on HIV, Diarrhoea, and Maternal and New-born health spanning East and Southern Africa. Our ideal candidate will offer deep specialist expertise in Public Health, will bring strong and relevant professional networks, have a sound research background, outstanding quantitative and qualitative skills and a strong commitment to innovative approaches.

ARK is an international non-profit, whose purpose is to transform children's lives.  It was established in 2002 by a group of successful business leaders from the alternative investment industry with a shared vision to deliver results which improve the life chances of children. ARK maximises its impact by creating and managing innovative programmes which it rigorously researches, monitors and evaluates to ensure the work it undertakes is effective and sustainable. 

In addition to Health, ARK programmes focus on Education and Child Protection.

A role profile for this position can be found here and an application form here.

To apply, send you c.v. and your completed application form to ark.recruitment@arkonline.org with your name and the job title, Global Health Lead, in the subject line. More instructions can be found on the application form. Please follow these carefully as we are unable to accept applications which do not. Please also mention from which source you found this opportunity. 

The deadline for applications is 17.00 UK time on Friday 8 June 2012. First round interviews are likely to be held in the week beginning 25 June 2012.  If you have not heard from us by 6 July please assume that, on this occasion, your application has not been successful.  

We are seeking to recruit an Office Services Coordinator to join the Office Management team. The role supports the Office Supervisor to ensure that the building, services and facilities are maintained to a high standard. Your support will allow ARK's sub-teams to deliver their initiatives in education, health and child protection with maximum efficiency and impact on the quality of children's lives in the UK and worldwide.

You must have high personal and professional standards and be confident, flexible, motivated and enthusiastic - plus not be afraid of getting your hands dirty! It also helps to have a good sense of humour to take on whatever the day brings.  This role is exciting and varied and you will play a key role in the overall operations and well-being of 200 staff in the Head Office. An ability to build relationships with people from a wide range of backgrounds is essential to succeed in this role. The Office Management Team at ARK works as a friendly unit, which brings variety to the working day and offers flexibility for all members to bring forward new ideas.

Formal duties include:

• ordering and stock management
• facilities coordination
• meeting room management
• general administration
• reception duties

The successful candidate will:

• have excellent written and oral communication skills
• have experience of working in a varied and busy office environment
• be flexible, highly organised, able to multi-task and prioritise conflicting demands
• be committed to providing excellent customer service
• have the commitment and passion for working in a children's charity

For more information, a role profile can be found here or to apply for the role, please go to https://application.arkschools.net/?r=pfPKgsHN where you can upload your CV and a covering letter. Applications should be received by no later than 9am on Friday 1^st June.  For enquiries please contact Holly Harris on               0203 116 0894        or holly.harris@arkonline.org.

We have a vacancy for a contract Writer. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and innovative international children's organisation and to play a central part in how it communicates.

We are looking for a journalist, freelance writer or communications executive to become our new 'word-smith'. 

Can you offer us experience of writing compelling and engaging copy for general audiences, development professionals, policy makers or philanthropists? Do you write equally well for print and for the web? Are you used to carrying out your own research for the facts, figures and evidence you need to inform your writing? 

If so, we'd love to hear from you.

This role is offered as a part-time contract basis of 4 days a week for an initial contract period of 8 months.  Most of this work could be done remotely but it is important that you have an initial induction period at the ARK central London office to better understand the organisation and are able to visit around once a month.

A job description for this role can be found here  and an application form here.

To apply, complete the application form and send it with your C.V. to dorothea.arndt@arkonline.org with your name and the job title, Writer, in the subject line. More instructions can be found on the application form. Please follow these carefully as we are unable to accept applications which do not.

The deadline for applications is 5.00pm on May 23, 2012.

If you have not heard from us by May 31st, please assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.

ARK has recently formed an exciting new partnership in Uganda with PEAS (Promoting Equality in African Schools), through which we will demonstrate a model of affordable quality secondary education at scale through public-private partnerships. 

We are now seeking candidates for the role of ARK Country Representative, Uganda. This is an exciting opportunity to develop and oversee the delivery of this new programme and country for ARK.

Job purpose and responsibilities

Working closely with the Managing Director of PEAS, our partner organisation, the ARK Country Representative will be responsible for the successful implementation of the Partnerships for Public Education (PPE) programme.  In particular, the Country Representative will:

• Provide leadership, guidance and strategic direction for the programme
• Be responsible for operational management, including planning and budgeting
• Oversee programme monitoring, evaluation and reporting
• Build ARK's profile in Uganda and build and manage relationships with key stakeholders
• Influence policy at a national level

Over time, there is potential to expand the role to include other opportunities for ARK in Uganda, potentially in our thematic areas of Health and Child Protection. 

Qualifications and experience

Our ideal candidate will offer excellent strategic thinking, a willingness to challenge the status quo and enthusiasm for innovative approaches. They will offer at least 5 yearsseniormanagement experience in the development sector, preferably in education, together with a proven track record of effective programme design and implementation with evidence of results. They will also have significant experience of building effective relationships at a senior level and of policy influencing.

The post will be based in Kampala, with some travel to the project sites. ARK particularly encourages Ugandan nationals to apply. For more information about the programme and a detailed job description, please click here

To apply, please submit the following to ark.recruitment@arkonline.org

• A completed application form - please click here
• A curriculum vitae

Please include your full name and 'Country Representative, Uganda' in the title line of your message.

Applications close Monday 28^th May 2012, 11am (EAT). 

ARK is an international organization whose purpose is to transform children's lives. Our work focuses on health, education and child protection. In partnership with the Ministry of Health and Child Welfare ARK seeks to contribute towards Maternal and Newborn Care to reduce morbidity and mortality. To facilitate this, ARK seeks to fill the following key position in Zimbabwe.

JOB PURPOSE

The role's main objective is to ensure that funded programmes are effectively able to procure products and services so that projects are able to deliver the agreed outcomes to the time and budget agreed. The Administration and Finance Officer will therefore contribute to the overall good function of ARK.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Account and bank reconciliation and production of financial status reports.
• Payments and tracking of office expenses,
• Monitor internal and external expenditures ensuring compliance with defined internal and external reporting expectations and standards
• Support the in costing of programme activities, drafting of office budget  and monitoring financial programme implementation
• Ensure human resource needs for the organization are being met
• Ensure overall infrastructure for the office, manage office supplies and basic equipment
• Procure products and services for ARK and ARK supported programs on time and according to specifications
• Maintain an inventory of assets and supplies

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance , Business Administration or equivalent
• Active membership to any of the following professional Boards IAC, ACCA, LCCI, CIMA, and ZAAT.
• Minimum 5 years experience in accounting, bookkeeping or auditing in a reputable organization or company relevant.
• Working experience with NGO is an asset
• Clean class 4 drivers licence

To apply, please submit;

• A cover letter describing why you are interested in working for ARK and summarizing your suitability for the position
• A curriculum vitae

Email to:   zimrecruit@arkonline.org

On the subject line: Include first and last name, Job Title and date of submission.

Applications close Sunday 13^th May, 2012 at midnight

ARK is an international organization whose purpose is to transform children's lives. Our work focuses on health, education and child protection. In partnership with the Ministry of Health and Child Welfare ARK seeks to contribute towards Maternal and Newborn Care to reduce morbidity and mortality. To facilitate this, ARK seeks to fill the following key position in Zimbabwe.

JOB PURPOSE

The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) function is core to ARK's mission.  The role's main objective is to ensure that funded programmes are effectively able to analyze and report on performance and demonstrate impact consistent with ARK's mission. The M& E Officer will work closely with ARK programme teams to ensure that M&E frameworks are effectively implemented to allow for effective programme management and performance reporting.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ensuring that programmes implement and maintain high quality M&E systems and strategy
• Support ARK with reliable and comprehensive analysis of the results and impact of programmes
• Facilitate documentation of ARK experiences, lessons learnt, impact and best practices to facilitate ease of access to partners, stakeholders, and members of the International community, researchers and policy makers;

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Degree in, Demography, Statistics, Public Health,  Health Informatics,  Social Science or Health Information Management
• Experience in Public Health quantitative and qualitative research methodologies and information systems design and development.
• At least five years of experience of research and/or monitoring and evaluation, including data collection, data processing and analysis, and reporting
• Able to work in diverse contexts Computer based statistical packages such as SPSS, ACCESS, Excel
• Clean class 4 drivers licence
• Able to work long hours and  travel outside duty station

To apply, please submit

• A cover letter describing why you are interested in working for ARK and summarizing your suitability for the position
• A curriculum vitae

 Email to:   zimrecruit@arkonline.org

 On the subject line: Include first and last name, Job Title and date of submission

Applications close Sunday 13^th May, 2012 at midnight

ARK is an international organization whose purpose is to transform children's lives. Our work focuses on health, education and child protection. In partnership with the Ministry of Health and Child Welfare ARK seeks to contribute towards Maternal and Newborn Care to reduce morbidity and mortality. To facilitate this, ARK seeks to fill the following key position in Zimbabwe.

JOB PURPOSE

The post holder will work collaboratively with Zimbabwean Ministry of Health and Child Welfare, other stakeholders for the successful implementation of ARK supported maternal and newborn survival programme. 

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Conduct planning sessions with internal and external stakeholders to agree on targets, assumptions, resources and resource allocation and budgets
• Develop annual programme implementation plans in line with the strategic plan.
• Identify training needs and facilitate training of Health Care Workers in Emergency Maternal and New Born Care.
• Undertake supportive and supervisory visits to all facilities in the districts regularly to facilitate implementation of MNCH.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Degree in nursing with midwifery , Public health or equivalent
• At least 5 years experience working in Maternal and Child Health including  program coordination and management
• A good understanding of the MNCH
• Clean class 4 drivers' licence
• Highly motivated individual, who is able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent program management skills , team player, able to network and collaborate with multiple partners effectively
• Able to work long hours  and  to travel outside duty station

To apply, please submit

• A cover letter describing why you are interested in working for ARK and summarizing your suitability for the position
• A curriculum vitae

Email to:   zimrecruit@arkonline.org

On the subject line: Include first and last name, Job Title and date of submission

Applications close Sunday 13^th May, 2012 at midnight