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itle: Research Analyst – Global Libraries

Summary
Global Libraries (GL) supports efforts to bridge the digital divide in developing and emerging countries by increasing free access to computers and the Internet in public libraries, and helping to ensure that the technology is useful and used in the local context.

The Global Libraries Research Analyst will support members of the program team by:
• Managing research to identify developing world countries that meet established criteria for the GL program
• Tracking current economic, political, social, and other trends important to inform current grantmaking to existing grantee countries
• Managing information resources for the GL team, especially to act as a contact point for consultants working with GL on research, as well as country and program evaluators
• Tracking information, communications and technology-related development (ICT4D) activities in the field that may be relevant to GL grantmaking
• Tracking other funding initiatives in targeted countries from multi-lateral institutions, foundations or other donors


Responsibilities
• Provide ongoing research, background information and analytical support for the GL program team. Work with the GL Director and Senior Program Officer to:
o Develop, execute, and manage external partnerships and contracts for landscaping analyses
o Manage consultant contracts focused on country research to identify developing countries that meet foundation criteria for investment
o Assist program team in identifying opportunities for the development of strategic alliances and contribute to the development of program area strategies with other foundations, multi-lateral institutions, private sector funders, NGOs, other donors, and/or US and foreign government officials in target countries
o May assist program team with in-country research and analysis in targeted regions to perform due diligence and ongoing tracking of grants

• Identify and engage qualified thought leaders, technical experts, and consultants in priority areas for meetings, technical consultation, review, and other program activities
o Survey current information through literature reviews and other sources related to country grantees to assist program team in tracking relevant economic, social, political and ICT4D trends and developments
o Review literature to synthesize good practices related to implementation and sustainability of global efforts to provide public access to technology and information
o Identify relevant conferences, convenings and meetings for possible program team engagement

• Work with program team to coordinate external evaluation activities and reports with third party evaluation partner and internal foundation Impact, Assessment and Improvement Department
• Coordinate monitoring and internal evaluation activities for portfolio of initiatives, including the dashboard (a framework for tracking progress against approved strategy)
• Assist in developing reviews, briefings, summaries, and informative reports for the Director, President, CEO, and Co-Chairs
• Prepare regular reports and presentations for a variety of purposes and audiences, summarizing developments and recommendations for key program areas
• Work with program team and serve as GL lead for finalization of Sharepoint migration
• Travel occasionally up to 15%


Additional Qualifications:
Qualifications:
• A minimum of 5 years experience in a business analyst role or equivalent ideally with exposure to international and developing world issues
• Demonstrated experience in research and analysis related to business, technology or global development projects
• Demonstrated success in roles requiring logical, systematic thinking while managing multiple priorities in a highly dynamic environment
• Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills, in positions requiring communication with a broad and diverse audience
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and show initiative in projects and work assignments
• Experience in a role requiring collaboration in complex internal and external organizations, as well as a demonstrated ability to work with efficiency and diplomacy, particularly as part of a team effort

Reports to:
Director, Global Libraries



How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please visit http://www.gatesfoundation.org/AboutUs/WorkingWithUs/Jobs and submit your resume online.

We are an equal opportunity employer dedicated and focused on diversity.

The statements in this description represent typical elements, criteria and general work performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills for this job.

4. Program Officer, Global Libraries
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation's Global Libraries program seeks to support efforts to bridge the digital divide in developing countries by increasing free access to information and technology in public libraries and helping to ensure that public access computers are useful and used in the local context.

The Program Officer will be responsible for managing grants to countries to establish sustainable free public access computing programs in public libraries in developing and emerging countries. The Program Officer will manage and support collaborations with countries, international library organizations and policymakers to achieve the program goals.

Responsibilities include:
• Manage a portfolio of grants requiring investment and grant management skills, including:
o Develop, recommend and secure approval for grants that meet program and portfolio objectives and budget.
o Partner with grantees to develop projects and define key outcomes and milestones. Evaluate potential grantees’ organizational, operational and financial capacity to ensure successful implementation.
o Consult with grantees to achieve desired impact of grants through monitoring performance of grant, for example by conducting site visits, providing technical guidance, convening meetings of key stakeholders, and by applying and evaluating milestone-based performance objectives.
o Collaborate with team members to manage internal processes, portfolio progress, documentation, and grant budget information and reporting.
o Review letters of inquiry and grant proposals; provide recommendations for funding including drafting and editing proposal summaries for submission to the Director, President, CEO, and Co-Chairs
o Serve as a point of contact on grant-related issues for key stakeholders
• Implement and manage additional activities to advance the goals of Global Libraries.
o Contribute to the research and consultation processes to refine vetting of candidate countries.
o Collaborate with the Global Development Advocacy Officer to incorporate a strategic advocacy and communications plan, and implement effective evaluation methods throughout the life of the grant.
• Provide support to grantees to build a broad-based constituency for Internet access in public libraries as an important national investment in selected priority countries/regions.
• Establish and manage regional and local government relationships and partnerships in support of the program efforts and to provide information and perspectives to assist in the successful implementation of the grant. Identify and develop relationships with non-governmental and private sector partners to successfully implement and sustain the program.
• Research and produce in-depth analysis, background and briefing papers for foundation staff and executive leadership on key issues related to the challenge of promoting Global Libraries initiatives.
• Represent the foundation to key program-related constituencies and government officials. This could include both formal and informal presentations such as attending conferences and other meetings as necessary.



Additional Qualifications:
• A minimum of 7 years experience in a program officer, business manager or similar role, responsible for managing programs focusing on international programs, work experience in a developing country setting is preferred. An MBA or MS in public policy or public affairs, or related field is preferred.
• Real world experience with the design and implementation of technology and Internet access; experience in developing countries is preferred.
• Demonstrated success in partnering with teams and leaders in developing, evaluating and managing program and/or business plans and strategies.
• Experience evaluating the operational and financial capacity of a wide range of organizations and institutions, as well as experience monitoring programs with interventions to address issues and challenges.
• Demonstrated understanding of business planning and budgeting methodologies and tools; international grant-making experience and/or project monitoring and evaluation experience is preferred.
• Experience managing the execution of performance-based contracts, grants or cooperative agreements. Experience collaborating with government officials in situations requiring excellent consultative and negotiation skills is preferred.
• Strong analytical skills combined with a sound understanding of grant making and/or business planning, as well as budgeting methodologies and tools. International grant-making experience is preferred.
• Strong desire and demonstrated commitment to addressing issues of inequity in the world.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to work with flexibility, efficiency and diplomacy with representatives at various levels of seniority.
• Familiarity with the design and implementation of advocacy strategies, initiatives and programs designed to engage civil society organizations is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with program evaluation and reporting in a wide range of settings, field experience internationally is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities and tight timelines as well as work collaboratively as part of a complex team effort. Cultural sensitivity and a healthy sense of humor preferred.
• Ability and interest in up to 35% travel internationally.



How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please visit http://www.gatesfoundation.org/AboutUs/Jobs and submit your resume online.

Title: Program Officer, Global Libraries, Global Development Program

Summary:
Global Libraries seeks to support efforts to bridge the digital divide in developing countries by increasing free access to information and technology in public libraries and helping to ensure that public access computers are useful and used in the local context.

The Program Officer will be responsible for managing grants to countries to establish sustainable free public access computing programs in public libraries in developing and emerging countries. The Program Officer will manage and support collaborations with countries, international library organizations and policymakers to achieve the program goals.

Responsibilities:
• Manage a portfolio of grants requiring investment and grant management skills, including:
o Develop, recommend and secure approval for grants that meet program and portfolio objectives and budget.
o Partner with grantees to develop projects and define key outcomes and milestones. Evaluate potential grantees’ organizational, operational and financial capacity to ensure successful implementation.
o Consult with grantees to achieve desired impact of grants through monitoring performance of grant, for example by conducting site visits, providing technical guidance, convening meetings of key stakeholders, and by applying and evaluating milestone-based performance objectives.
o Collaborate with team members to manage internal processes, portfolio progress, documentation, and grant budget information and reporting.
o Review letters of inquiry and grant proposals; provide recommendations for funding including drafting and editing proposal summaries for submission to the Director, President, CEO, and Co-Chairs
o Serve as a point of contact on grant-related issues for key stakeholders
• Implement and manage additional activities to advance the goals of Global Libraries.
o Contribute to the research and consultation processes to refine vetting of candidate countries.
o Collaborate with the Global Development Advocacy Officer to incorporate a strategic advocacy and communications plan, and implement effective evaluation methods throughout the life of the grant.
• Provide support to grantees to build a broad-based constituency for Internet access in public libraries as an important national investment in selected priority countries/regions.
• Establish and manage regional and local government relationships and partnerships in support of the program efforts and to provide information and perspectives to assist in the successful implementation of the grant. Identify and develop relationships with non-governmental and private sector partners to successfully implement and sustain the program.
• Research and produce in-depth analysis, background and briefing papers for foundation staff and executive leadership on key issues related to the challenge of promoting Global Libraries initiatives.
• Represent the foundation to key program-related constituencies and government officials. This could include both formal and informal presentations such as attending conferences and other meetings as necessary.


Additional Qualifications:
Qualifications:
• A minimum of 7 years experience in a program officer, business manager or similar role, responsible for managing programs focusing on international programs, work experience in a developing country setting is preferred. An MBA or MS in public policy or public affairs, or related field is preferred.
• Real world experience with the design and implementation of technology and Internet access; experience in developing countries is preferred.
• Demonstrated success in partnering with teams and leaders in developing, evaluating and managing program and/or business plans and strategies.
• Experience evaluating the operational and financial capacity of a wide range of organizations and institutions, as well as experience monitoring programs with interventions to address issues and challenges.
• Demonstrated understanding of business planning and budgeting methodologies and tools; international grant-making experience and/or project monitoring and evaluation experience is preferred.
• Experience managing the execution of performance-based contracts, grants or cooperative agreements. Experience collaborating with government officials in situations requiring excellent consultative and negotiation skills is preferred.
• Strong analytical skills combined with a sound understanding of grant making and/or business planning, as well as budgeting methodologies and tools. International grant-making experience is preferred.
• Strong desire and demonstrated commitment to addressing issues of inequity in the world.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to work with flexibility, efficiency and diplomacy with representatives at various levels of seniority.
• Familiarity with the design and implementation of advocacy strategies, initiatives and programs designed to engage civil society organizations is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with program evaluation and reporting in a wide range of settings, field experience internationally is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities and tight timelines as well as work collaboratively as part of a complex team effort. Cultural sensitivity and a healthy sense of humor preferred.
• Ability and interest in up to 35% travel internationally.

Reports to: Senior Program Officer, Global Libraries



How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please visit www.gatesfoundation.org/AboutUs/WorkingWithUs/Jobs and submit your resume online.

We are an equal opportunity employer dedicated and focused on diversity.

The statements in this description represent typical elements, criteria and general work performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills for this job.

Title: Advocacy Officer, Global Libraries, Global Development Program

Summary:

The Global Development Program at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation focuses on Agricultural Development; Financial Services for the Poor, Global Libraries, Global Development Advocacy, and Special Initiatives (including Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene. Global Libraries seeks to support efforts to bridge the digital divide in developing countries by increasing free access to information and technology in public libraries and helping to ensure that public access computers are useful and used in the local context.

The Advocacy Officer will be a part of the Global Development Advocacy team and will contribute to the development and implementation of advocacy strategies for Global Libraries. The Advocacy Officer will be responsible for managing and developing a grant portfolio of advocacy grants. This position will work to create new partnerships and networks in support of program initiatives, track critical policy developments and manage day-to-day issues.


Responsibilities:

• Partner with program officers and team members to develop, implement and further refine advocacy plans and strategies in support of Global Libraries goals and objectives.
• Work with other members of the Global Libraries team to identify, develop and implement opportunities for the development of partnerships, coalitions, networks and other strategic alliances that increase visibility, offer compelling evidence, boost political will, build community and stakeholder support, and bring new resources to ensure sustainability of foundation investments in Global Libraries program.
• Track current and relevant developments and news in grantee countries
• Develop and monitor a grant making program to enhance advocacy efforts as a key strategy to sustaining public access computing; review grant proposals; provide recommendations for funding; draft and edit proposal summaries for submission to co-Chairs and benefactors and manage internal grant processes, portfolio progress, and grant budget planning and reporting.
• Conduct ongoing outreach to policy makers and key media contacts through the media to build awareness and support for access to cost-free computing.
• Develop and maintain media plans, messaging and materials that clarify for key audiences the goals and program priorities of the foundation.
• Serve as spokesperson and primary liaison for journalists; plan and oversee major events and grant announcements and manage important stories and provide crisis communications support.
• Research and produce in-depth analysis, background and briefing papers on key issues related to the challenge of promoting Global Libraries initiatives.
• Represent the foundation to key program-related external constituencies which could include both formal and informal presentations such as making speeches, attending conferences and other meetings as necessary.
• Serve as lead for responding to requests for briefing materials, annual reports, update of internal and external Website information, development of collateral materials, support for President, CEO and co-chair trip planning and briefings.
• Mentor and guide other team members as appropriate and collaborate with other Global Libraries program teams to ensure that the efforts in the program are aligned supported and enhanced by the work in other areas of the foundation.


Additional Qualifications:
Qualifications:
• An advanced degree in communications, public policy, public affairs and a minimum 7 years of experience with increasing responsibilities in an advocacy, public affairs or communications role with international audiences or in international settings.
• Experience designing, managing and implementing advocacy, communications and public affairs strategies and plans for a broad range of initiatives, ideally relating to public funding or sustainability projects.
• Experience in developing world programs, including working with government officials and stakeholder community outreach.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, establish and maintain effective working relationships with critical media contacts and experience as a spokesperson in roles requiring knowledge of a broad range of complex and technical issues.
• Library and/or grant management experience is preferred.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, in positions requiring diplomacy in communicating with a broad and diverse audience.
• Strong business judgment.
• Demonstrated success in roles requiring logical, systematic thinking while managing multiple priorities in a highly dynamic environment. Healthy sense of humor preferred.
• Ability and interest in traveling up to 25%. Position is based in Seattle, WA.

Reports to: Global Development Advocacy Director

How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please visit http://www.gatesfoundation.org/AboutUs/WorkingWithUs/Jobs and submit your resume online.

We are an equal opportunity employer dedicated and focused on diversity.

The statements in this description represent typical elements, criteria and general work performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills for this job.