alinea’s whistleblower policy

1.1 Purpose

The following Whistleblower Policy has been established to provide guidance to Alinea International employees and sub-contractors on how to deal with known or suspected improper conduct within the organization. The objectives of this Policy are to:

Create awareness of the Policy and available whistleblower protections
Act as a reference guide to potential whistleblowers wishing to make a disclosure
Define the structure of the whistleblower system, including reporting and investigation procedures, whistleblower protections, and confidentiality, among others
Improve the communication and transparency in the processes associated with whistleblowing and assure protection against derogatory consequences, namely reprisals and detrimental action
Complement the current communication channels between employees, sub-contractors and immediate managers, and hierarchical channels flowing to the President and Senior Management team
Provide guidance to all parties involved in either whistleblowing or whistleblower protection.

1.2 Scope

Alinea requires all employees and sub-contractors to observe high standards of business and personal ethics in the conduct of their duties and responsibilities. All employees and sub-contractors of Alinea are required to comply with applicable laws and regulations of Canada and the countries where we operate. Any allegations of known or suspected improper conduct or mismanagement of organizational resources will be dealt with in accordance with this Policy, and reasonable steps will be taken to protect those who come forward with allegations. Alinea’s Whistleblower Policy covers both internal and external whistleblowing, and establishes the controls and procedures for dealing with allegations of malpractice, fraud and violations of our code of ethics and/or laws or regulations that govern our operations. This Policy is intended to encourage employees and sub-contractors to report known or suspected improper conduct or mismanagement of organizational resources and to enable Alinea’s Senior Management team to address and correct inappropriate action. It is the responsibility of all Board of Directors’ members, the Senior Management team, employees and sub-contractors to report concerns about known or suspected malpractice, fraud and violations of our code of ethics and/or laws or regulations that govern our operations. This Policy is applicable to all employees and sub-contractors of Alinea International.

1.3 Reporting Procedures

Alinea recognizes the value of transparency and accountability in its administrative and management practices and supports the making of disclosures that reveal improper conduct or mismanagement of organizational resources. Our internal controls and operating procedures are intended to detect and prevent malpractice, fraud and violations of our code of ethics and/or laws or regulations that govern our operations. As detailed in Alinea’s Employee Policy and Onboarding manuals, employees and sub-contractors are encouraged to share complaints and/or concerns regarding ethical or legal violations with their immediate managers. If the employee or sub-contractor is not comfortable speaking with their immediate manager or is not satisfied with the response, they are encouraged to speak with the Gatineau or Calgary Office Managers, the Vice Presidents or, as required, the Chief Financial Officer. All members of the Senior Management team are required to report complaints and/or concerns about suspected ethical or legal violations in writing to Alinea’s Ethics Committee who has the responsibility to investigate all reported complaints and/or concerns. In the event that the complaint and/or concern is about the President, it should be raised by the employee or sub-contractor to their immediate manager or the Ethics Committee who will determine how the investigation will proceed. All reports will be promptly investigated and appropriate corrective measures will be taken if warranted by the investigation. Alinea’s Ethics Committee is responsible for acknowledging receipt of the suspected violation and notifying the whistleblower of the outcome of the investigation. Anyone filing a written complaint concerning suspected improper conduct or mismanagement of organizational resources must be acting in good faith and have reasonable grounds for believing the information disclosed indicates a violation. Personal grievances or complaints related to employment are not covered under Alinea’s Whistleblowing Policy. For cases such as this, employees and sub-contractors are advised to first refer to Alineas Employee Policy and Onboarding manuals when considering a disclosure under the Whistleblowing Policy. Any allegations that prove not to be substantiated and which prove to have been made maliciously or knowingly to be false will be viewed as a serious disciplinary offense.

1.4 Confidentiality

Maintaining confidentiality is crucial to ensure reprisals are not made against the whistleblower. Alinea is committed to safeguarding the identity of the whistleblower and to protecting the whistleblower against detrimental action taken in reprisal for allegations of suspected improper conduct or mismanagement of organizational resources. The Ethics Committee is responsible for ensuring whistleblowers are protected from direct and indirect detrimental action, and that the culture of the workplace is supportive of suspected allegations being made. Any employee who retaliates against someone who has reported a violation in good faith is subject to discipline up to and including termination of employment.

1.5 Review

Alinea is committed to implementing ‘best practice’ policies and procedures for dealing with allegations of suspected improper conduct or mismanagement of organizational resources (as defined by this Policy) and the management and protection of whistleblowers making allegation(s). This Policy will be reviewed periodically to ensure it meets the objectives of relevant legislation and remains effective for Alinea, and may be changed at the discretion of the Board of Directors at any time. For allegations of fraud, securities law, or human rights concerns, or when you are not satisfied or uncomfortable with following the Company’s open door policy, individuals should contact the Company’s Ethics Committee directly.

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Puesto Consultor(a) en alianzas público-privadas
Nombre del proyecto FSSP Colombia & Ecuador
Tipo de empleo Consultoría
Ubicación del puesto Bogotá, Colombia – Remoto
Reporta a Gerente de proyecto FSS
Remuneración Los honorarios están sujetos a negociación
Nivel de esfuerzo/dedicación 42 semanas / 20 días por mes
Ciudadanía Con permiso de trabajo en Colombia
Requisitos de idiomas Dominio del español – Competencia en inglés
Plazo de aplicación 24 de enero de 2025

Instrucciones para aplicar:

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Sólo nos pondremos en contacto con los candidatos seleccionados. No se admiten llamadas telefónicas.

En Alinea International valoramos la diversidad, la equidad, la inclusión, la accesibilidad y la pertenencia en todo lo que hacemos. Somos un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades y se opone a toda forma de discriminación. Buscamos y alentamos activamente las solicitudes de personas de diversos orígenes reconociendo que una fuerza de trabajo inclusiva enriquece nuestra organización y logra resultados más inteligentes e innovadores.

Alinea está comprometida con la protección de niños y adultos vulnerables. Debido a la naturaleza de nuestro trabajo, todos los candidatos serán sometidos a comprobaciones de diligencia debida y a extensas verificaciones de antecedentes cuando proceda.

Sobre el proyecto
Alinea International ha sido contratada por Global Affairs Canada (GAC) para implementar el Proyecto de Servicios de Apoyo de Canadá (FSSP por sus siglas en inglés) en Colombia y Ecuador. En Colombia, Alinea International implementa sus proyectos a través de la Fundación Alinea, entidad sin ánimo de lucro legalmente constituida en Colombia.

Contexto
En Colombia se han desarrollado alianzas público-privadas en forma de mecanismos como Obras por Impuestos y Obras por Regalías para incentivar a las empresas privadas a involucrarse directamente en las acciones dirigidas a lograr el desarrollo sostenible de las zonas más afectadas por el conflicto armado. Estos mecanismos ofrecen un gran potencial para las comunidades al igual que para el sector privado; sin embargo, son desconocidos por múltiples actores clave. Las empresas canadienses en Colombia han dialogado con la Sección Comercial de la Embajada de Canadá sobre el uso de estos mecanismos y sobre las oportunidades de involucramiento en este marco de alianzas con el programa de desarrollo de Canadá en Colombia.
En línea con la Agenda 2030 sobre Desarrollo Sostenible, y específicamente el consenso internacional sobre la necesidad de incorporar nuevas fuentes de financiamiento para el desarrollo, Canadá quisiera investigar si estos mecanismos de alianzas público-privadas ofrecen una oportunidad para aumentar el financiamiento para el desarrollo y al mismo tiempo alentar prácticas empresariales responsables. Especialmente en un país como Colombia donde existe un gran potencial para la inversión privada. Este esfuerzo podría representar el primer paso de muchos para identificar caminos de colaboración y coherencia entre los resultados en términos de comercio, inversión y objetivos de desarrollo internacional.

Sobre la posición
Con base en Bogotá D.C., la persona realizará un análisis de los mecanismos de Obras por Impuestos, Obras por Regalías entre otras alianzas público-privadas enfocadas en el desarrollo sostenible de Colombia. La o el especialista también brindará orientación estratégica a GAC, sus socios implementadores y el sector privado canadiense sobre los beneficios y riesgos de estos mecanismos y ayudará a identificar oportunidades de colaboración que permitan mayores sinergias entre las prioridades de desarrollo y del sector privado. Este análisis deberá integrar las consideraciones de viabilidad legal, operativa y procedimental para cada uno de los tipos de actores identificados.

Responsabilidades:

Identificar y analizar los mecanismos disponibles en Colombia que permitan la participación del sector privado en el logro de objetivos de desarrollo sostenible, con enfoque de cofinanciamiento. El análisis debe incluir cómo funciona cada mecanismo, quién lo administra, los parámetros para su uso, así como las oportunidades o riesgos asociados, entre otros temas; puntualmente, incluyendo los mecanismos Obras por Impuestos, Obras por Regalías, entre otras alianzas público-privadas para el desarrollo.
Mapear proyectos en los que la cooperación internacional en Colombia ha integrado estos mecanismos, que incluya actores involucrados en cada caso, roles, responsabilidades y demás información relevante.
Preparar una guía estratégica para la Embajada de Canadá en Colombia que detalle las posibilidades de involucramiento en los mecanismos identificados anteriormente. Puntualmente, debe explicar cómo los mecanismos pueden (o no) ser parte del nexo entre los objetivos comerciales y de desarrollo, cómo los socios implementadores de proyectos de cooperación canadiense pueden participar en estos mecanismos para cumplir con sus metas de apalancamiento y cómo la Embajada puede apoyar a socios implementadores y orientar a las empresas canadienses comprometidas con la responsabilidad social empresarial, conducta empresarial responsable y al desarrollo sostenible en como acceder a estos mecanismos. La guía debe incluir una caracterización de los intereses corporativos del sector privado que se alinean con estos mecanismos, que describa los beneficios (incentivos) financieros, legales, operacionales, reputacionales, etc. que tienen las empresas para involucrase en estos esquemas.
Identificar empresas canadienses en Colombia que hayan utilizado estos mecanismos y otras empresas canadienses con el potencial de utilizarlos en el futuro. Realizar un análisis enfocado en el sector privado canadiense presente en Colombia, y cómo esas empresas pueden usar estos mecanismos alineados con su estrategia internacional de desarrollo empresarial, incluidos objetivos de responsabilidad social empresarial, conducta empresarial responsable, sostenibilidad e impacto social positivo. Incluir ejemplos de proyectos con participación y/o cofinanciación de la cooperación internacional y el sector privado que hayan utilizado los mecanismos identificados anteriormente.
Preparar una guía estratégica para socios de cooperación canadienses que proporcione orientación sobre cómo aprovechar los mecanismos identificados y atraer contribuciones financieras del sector privado, que incluya los requisitos legales, procedimientos y recomendaciones para el uso de cada mecanismo.
Preparar una guía estratégica para empresas del sector privado canadiense con presencia en Colombia sobre cómo usar los mecanismos como Obras por Impuestos para contribuir a objetivos de desarrollo sostenible a la vez que se avanzan en sus estrategias de comercio internacional, conducta empresarial responsable y responsabilidad social empresarial. Esta guía debe usar el lenguaje propio de los negocios para cubrir asuntos legales, fiduciarios y de implementación; esto, con el fin de generar interés y llamar a la acción.
Liderar eventos de socialización/talleres con cada uno de los actores priorizados en los estudios para su comprensión y uso futuro de mecanismos como Obras por Impuestos.
Implementar el plan de consultoría acordado con Fundación Alinea y la Embajada de Canadá en Colombia para incorporar el correcto desarrollo de la consultoría.

Cualificaciones requeridas:
Educación

Título profesional en Derecho, Ciencias Políticas, Gobierno y Relaciones Internacionales, Economía, Administración de Empresas, Finanzas o áreas relacionadas.
Título de posgrado de nivel de especialización o maestría en Desarrollo Sostenible, Cooperación Internacional, Responsabilidad Social Empresarial, Mecanismos Innovadores de Financiación al Desarrollo.

Experiencia

Experiencia profesional mínima de cinco (5) años en formulación, evaluación y estructuración de proyectos en sectores como infraestructura, desarrollo social o sostenibilidad con financiación del sector público, de cooperación internacional, mecanismos de financiación al desarrollo o participación del sector privado.
Experiencia profesional mínima de tres (3) años en gestión de mecanismos innovadores de financiación, especialmente en el contexto colombiano.
Experiencia en la facilitación de talleres para liderar procesos de socialización con actores diversos.

Habilidades y conocimiento

Conocimiento de la normativa vigente relacionada con el mecanismo de obras por impuestos en Colombia, leyes y decretos reglamentarios.
Conocimiento de los procedimientos de la asignación de cupos que pueden ser usados a través de obras por impuestos y de diferentes sectores (infraestructura, educación, salud, agua potable, entre otros).
Manejo de la regulación fiscal y tributaria colombiana, especialmente en temas de deducciones y optimización fiscal.
Conocimientos en metodologías de identificación y gestión de riesgos en la estructuración de proyectos.
Entendimiento de las necesidades y dinámicas de las Zonas Más Afectadas por el Conflicto Armado (ZOMAC), Programas con Enfoque de Desarrollo Territorial (PDET), entre otros.
Habilidades sólidas de análisis y pensamiento crítico, investigación, comunicación y redacción de informes, elaboración de documentos técnicos, demostradas a través de experiencia profesional o publicaciones.
Habilidad para relacionarse y trabajar con funcionarios y comunidades, coordinación de escenarios interinstitucionales para identificar sinergias, desafíos, dificultades y acciones estratégicas en la implementación de mecanismos de financiación.
Conocimientos en la estructuración de talleres y workshops para audiencias diferenciadas.

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English version

Job Title Consultant in Public-Private Partnerships
Project Name FSSP Colombia & Ecuador
Job type Consultancy
Location of Position Bogotá, Colombia – Remote
Reporting to FSSP Program Manager
Remuneration Fees are negotiable
Indicative LOE/Time Frame 42 weeks / 20 days per month
Citizenship Allowed to work in Colombia
Language Requirements Spanish and English
Application Deadline January 24, 2025

Application Instructions:

Carefully read the terms of reference for the call.
Click on the “Apply Now” link to upload all your CV and cover letter.
Only successful candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.

At Alinea International we value diversity, equity, inclusiveness, 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 checks and extensive background checks where appropriate.

About the project

Alinea International has been contracted by Global Affairs Canada (GAC) to implement the Field Support Services Project (FSSP) in Colombia and Ecuador. In Colombia, Alinea International implements its projects through the Alinea Foundation, a nonprofit organization legally established in Colombia.
Context In Colombia, public-private partnerships have been developed through mechanisms such as Works for Taxes and Works for Royalties to encourage private companies to get directly involved in actions aimed at achieving sustainable development in the areas most affected by armed conflict. These mechanisms offer significant potential for communities as well as the private sector; however, they are largely unknown to multiple key stakeholders. Canadian companies in Colombia have engaged in dialogue with the Commercial Section of the Embassy of Canada about the use of these mechanisms and the opportunities for involvement in these partnership frameworks with Canada’s development program in Colombia.

In line with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, and specifically the international consensus on the need to incorporate new sources of financing for development, Canada would like to explore whether these public-private partnership mechanisms offer an opportunity to increase financing for development while promoting responsible business practices. This is especially relevant in a country like Colombia, where there is great potential for private investment. This effort could represent the first of many steps to identify pathways for collaboration and alignment between outcomes in terms of trade, investment, and international development goals.

The Role

Based in Bogotá D.C., the selected specialist will conduct an analysis of the Works for Taxes, Works for Royalties, and other public-private partnerships focused on the sustainable development of Colombia. The specialist will also provide strategic guidance to GAC, its implementing partners, and the Canadian private sector on the benefits and risks of these mechanisms and help identify collaboration opportunities that enable greater synergies between development priorities and the private sector. This analysis must integrate the legal, operational, and procedural feasibility considerations for each type of identified actor.

Responsibilities:

Identify and analyze the available mechanisms in Colombia that allow private sector participation in achieving sustainable development goals with a co-financing approach. The analysis should include how each mechanism works, who administers it, the parameters for its use, and the opportunities or risks associated, specifically including Works for Taxes, Works for Royalties, and other public-private partnerships for development.
Map projects where international cooperation in Colombia has integrated these mechanisms, including the actors involved in each case, roles, responsibilities, and other relevant information.
Prepare a strategic guide for the Embassy of Canada in Colombia that details the possibilities of involvement in the mechanisms identified above. The guide should specifically explain how these mechanisms may (or may not) be part of the link between commercial and development objectives, how Canadian project implementing partners can participate in these mechanisms to meet their leverage goals, and how the Embassy can support implementing partners and guide Canadian companies committed to corporate social responsibility, responsible business conduct, and sustainable development in accessing these mechanisms. The guide should include a characterization of the corporate interests of the private sector that align with these mechanisms, describing the financial, legal, operational, reputational, etc. benefits (incentives) for companies to engage in these schemes.
Identify Canadian companies in Colombia that have used these mechanisms and other Canadian companies with the potential to use them in the future. Conduct an analysis focused on the Canadian private sector in Colombia, and how these companies can use these mechanisms aligned with their international business development strategy, including corporate social responsibility, responsible business conduct, sustainability, and positive social impact. Include examples of projects with participation and/or co-financing from international cooperation and the private sector that have used the mechanisms identified above.
Prepare a strategic guide for Canadian cooperation partners that provides guidance on how to leverage the identified mechanisms and attract private sector financial contributions, including legal requirements, procedures, and recommendations for using each mechanism.
Prepare a strategic guide for Canadian private sector companies with a presence in Colombia on how to use mechanisms like Works for Taxes to contribute to sustainable development goals while advancing their international trade, responsible business conduct, and corporate social responsibility strategies. This guide should use business language to address legal, fiduciary, and implementation issues in order to generate interest and call to action.
Lead socialization events/workshops with each of the prioritized actors in the studies for their understanding and future use of mechanisms like Works for Taxes.
Implement the consultancy plan agreed upon with Fundación Alinea and the Embassy of Canada in Colombia to ensure proper consultancy development.

Required Qualifications:

Education

Professional degree in Law, Political Science, Government and International Relations, Economics, Business Administration, Finance, or related fields.
Postgraduate degree (specialization or master’s level) in Sustainable Development, International Cooperation, Corporate Social responsibility, or Innovative Financing Mechanisms for Development.

Experience

Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in project formulation, evaluation, and structuring in sectors such as infrastructure, social development, or sustainability, with financing from the public sector, international cooperation, development financing mechanisms, or private sector participation.
Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in the management of innovative financing mechanisms, especially in the Colombian context.
Experience in facilitating workshops to lead socialization processes with diverse actors.

Skills and Knowledge

Knowledge of current regulations related to the Tax Incentive for Infrastructure Projects mechanism in Colombia, including laws and regulatory decrees.
Knowledge of the procedures for assigning quotas that can be used through Tax Incentives for Infrastructure Projects and across different sectors (infrastructure, education, health, drinking water, among others).
Knowledge of Colombian fiscal and tax regulations, especially regarding deductions and tax optimization.
Knowledge of methodologies for risk identification and management in project structuring.
Understanding of the needs and dynamics of Areas Most Affected by the Armed Conflict (ZOMAC), Territorial Development Focused Programs (PDET), and others.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, research, communication, and report writing, as well as the ability to produce technical documents, demonstrated through professional experience or publications.
Ability to engage and work with government officials and communities, coordinating interinstitutional scenarios to identify synergies, challenges, difficulties, and strategic actions in the implementation of financing mechanisms.
Knowledge of structuring workshops and training sessions for differentiated audiences.

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