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 Especialista en Presupuesto por Resultados
Nombre del proyecto FSSP Colombia & Ecuador
Tipo de empleo Consultoría
Ubicación del puesto Quito, Ecuador – Remoto
Reporta a Gerente de proyecto FSS
Remuneración Los honorarios están sujetos a negociación y no superarán las tarifas de mercado establecidas.
Nivel de esfuerzo/dedicación 60 días en 3 meses. 20 días x mes
Ciudadanía Aspirantes con permiso de trabajo en Ecuador
Requisitos de idiomas Dominio del español – Competencia en inglés
Plazo de aplicación 24 de enero de 2025

Instrucciones para aplicar:

Lea detenidamente los términos de referencia de la convocatoria.
Haga clic en el enlace «Aplicar ahora» para cargar su CV y carta de motivación.
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.

Alinea International es una empresa global de consultoría que se especializa en el diseño, la implementación y la evaluación de proyectos de desarrollo sostenible en diversos sectores. Con sede principal en Canadá, Alinea tiene un enfoque basado en la colaboración, trabajando estrechamente con gobiernos, organizaciones internacionales, la sociedad civil y comunidades locales para abordar desafíos complejos y promover el desarrollo inclusivo. Alinea International ha llevado a cabo más de 1000 proyectos en todo el mundo en sus 35 años de trayectoria. www.alineainternational.com.

Sobre el proyecto
Global Affairs Canada (GAC) es el ministerio gubernamental responsable de gestionar la política exterior, el comercio internacional y la cooperación para el desarrollo. Para ello GAC cuenta con sus Embajadas alrededor del mundo y en el caso de Ecuador está representada por su Embajada en Ecuador (la Embajada). GAC apoya el desarrollo de Ecuador mediante varios mecanismos de asistencia internacional que incluyen proyectos regionales, multi-país y locales. El objetivo de estas iniciativas es reducir la pobreza, avanzar en la igualdad de género, apoyar los esfuerzos por proteger el medio ambiente y la acción por el clima y consolidar la paz mediante el aprovechamiento de nuevas e innovadoras iniciativas y alianzas para alcanzar los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible junto con el gobierno nacional y actores locales. Con este enfoque, Canadá ha venido implementando la Política Feminista de Asistencia Internacional de Canadá en Ecuador con un enfoque en los siguientes frentes: equidad de género y empoderamiento económico de mujeres y niñas, apoyo a Ecuador en sus esfuerzos por responder a la crisis migratoria venezolana, refuerzo de la capacidad del Estado para restablecer la estabilidad y la seguridad, apoyo a la protección de la biodiversidad, la transición energética y la acción por el clima en Ecuador.

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
La desnutrición crónica infantil (DCI) es uno de los problemas más graves que enfrenta Ecuador, afectando principalmente a niños menores de 24 meses. A través de la Estrategia Nacional Ecuador Crece Sin Desnutrición Infantil (ENECSDI), el país busca reducir la prevalencia de este problema mediante la implementación de un “Paquete Priorizado” de bienes y servicios enfocado en la atención de la población más vulnerable. Esta estrategia, liderada por la Secretaría Técnica Ecuador Crece Sin Desnutrición Infantil (STECSDI), articula esfuerzos intersectoriales mediante herramientas como el Sistema Unificado y Universal de Seguimiento Nominal (SUUSEN) y la Metodología de Presupuesto por Resultados (PpR), que aseguran un monitoreo integral y la asignación eficiente de recursos.

Sin embargo, persisten desafíos significativos, como la operativización de la metodología PpR para realizar el monitoreo y seguimiento de la asignación y ejecución presupuestaria, así como la identificación de necesidades y abastecimiento de insumos para la prestación de bienes y servicios del paquete priorizado para la prevención y reducción de la DCI, así como la integración de esta problemática en los Planes de Desarrollo y Ordenamiento Territorial (PDOT) de los Gobiernos Autónomos Descentralizados Municipales (GADM). La estrategia requiere además de una mayor vinculación presupuestaria y coordinación interinstitucional, priorizando territorios con alta vulnerabilidad y presencia indígena. Estas acciones buscan no solo reducir la DCI, sino también sentar las bases para un desarrollo infantil saludable y sostenible, reforzando la equidad y la justicia social en el país.

Sobre la posición
Con sede en Quito, la persona seleccionada como especialista en Presupuesto por Resultados brindará asesoría especializada a la Secretaría Técnica Ecuador Crece Sin Desnutrición Infantil en el marco de la Estrategia Nacional “Ecuador Crece sin Desnutrición Infantil”. Esto se llevará a cabo bajo la supervisión del Gerente del FSSP, en colaboración cercana con el Coordinador del FSSP y en cooperación con el equipo de GAC en Ecuador.

Responsabilidades:

Apoyar a la Secretaría Técnica Ecuador Crece sin Desnutrición Infantil en el desarrollo del estudio técnico para establecer las mejoras que requiere el SUUSEN para la operativización de la metodología de PpR.
Realizar un diagnóstico del SUUSEN, y de los sistemas gubernamentales de finanzas públicas, con énfasis en los módulos de talento humano e inventario de bienes y servicios, con el objetivo de determinar posibles espacios de mejora y de interrelación, enfocados en la implementación operativa de la metodología de PpR.
Acompañar al personal de la Secretaría cuando sea necesario para brindar asesoramiento técnico.
Implementar el plan de la consultoría acordado con Fundación Alinea y GAC para incorporar el correcto desarrollo de la consultoría.
Realizar reportes de los avances y del acompañamiento y asesoría brindada y realizar informes a solicitud de Fundación Alinea y/o GAC.
Apoyar en el monitoreo y seguimiento de la implementación de los entregables relacionados.
Proporcionar cualquier otro servicio relacionado, según sea necesario.

Cualificaciones requeridas:
Educación

Título profesional y/o maestría en campos relacionados con ciencias sociales, economía, administración, ingenierías o afines.

Experiencia

Al menos 10 años de experiencia profesional general.
Al menos 5 años de experiencia específica en el sector social y/o público, y en temas relacionados con seguimiento a política pública y finanzas públicas. Conocimientos generales de la gestión pública, sistema nacional de planificación y el sistema de finanzas públicas ecuatoriano. Se favorece el conocimiento del sector social.

Habilidades y conocimiento

Excelente redacción y edición.
Adaptación a diferentes contextos y funcionar eficazmente en ellos.
Habilidades sólidas de análisis y pensamiento crítico, investigación, comunicación y redacción de informes, demostradas a través de experiencia profesional o publicaciones.
Capacidad para trabajar de manera efectiva en un entorno de equipo dinámico (tanto de forma independiente como en equipo).
Habilidad para relacionarse y trabajar con funcionarios y comunidades, coordinación de escenarios interinstitucionales para identificar sinergias, desafíos, dificultades y acciones estratégicas en la implementación del proyecto, capacidad para elaborar documentos técnicos y reportes claros y concisos, y uso de herramientas de Outlook.

Deseable

Conocimiento de la Estrategia Nacional Ecuador Crece sin Desnutrición Infantil.
Conocimiento del sector público ecuatoriano.
Conocimiento del sistema de finanzas públicas nacionales y de los mecanismos de planificación nacional.
Conocimiento en planificación diseño e implementación de arquitectura empresarial.
Experiencia laboral trabajando con organizaciones de asistencia al desarrollo internacional y a nivel nacional.

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English Version

Job Title Specialist on Specialist on Results Based Budgeting
Project Name FSSP Colombia & Ecuador
Job type Consultancy
Location of Position Quito, Ecuador – Remote
Reporting to FSSP Program Manager
Remuneration To be determined with candidate under local market standards
Indicative LOE/Time Frame 60 days in 3 months / 20 days per month
Citizenship Allowed to work in Ecuador
Language Requirements Spanish – Proficiency in 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 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.

Alinea International is a global consulting firm specializing in the design, implementation, and evaluation of sustainable development projects across various sectors. Headquartered in Canada, Alinea takes a collaborative approach, working closely with governments, international organizations, civil society, and local communities to tackle complex challenges and promote inclusive development. Over its 35-year history, Alinea International has successfully completed more than 1,000 projects worldwide. Visit: www.alineainternational.com

About the project

Global Affairs Canada (GAC) is the governmental ministry responsible for managing foreign policy, international trade, and development cooperation. To achieve this, GAC operates through its Embassies around the world, and in the case of Ecuador, it is represented by its Embassy in Ecuador (the Embassy). GAC supports the development of Ecuador through various international assistance mechanisms that include regional, multi-country, and local projects.
The objective of these initiatives is to reduce poverty, advance gender equality, support efforts to protect the environment and climate action, and consolidate peace by leveraging new and innovative initiatives and alliances to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals alongside the national government and local actors.
With this approach, Canada has been implementing the Feminist International Assistance Policy of Canada in Ecuador with a focus on the following areas: Gender equality and the economic empowerment of women and girls, Support for Ecuador in its efforts to respond to the Venezuelan migration crisis, Strengthening the State’s capacity to restore stability and security, and Support for biodiversity protection, energy transition, and climate action in Ecuador.

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 Chronic child malnutrition (CCM) is one of the most severe issues facing Ecuador, primarily affecting children under 24 months of age. Through the National Strategy Ecuador Grows Without Child Malnutrition (ENECSDI), the country aims to reduce the prevalence of this problem by implementing a “Prioritized Package” of goods and services focused on serving the most vulnerable populations. This strategy, led by the Technical Secretariat Ecuador Grows Without Child Malnutrition (STECSDI), coordinates intersectoral efforts using tools such as the Unified and Universal System of Nominal Monitoring (SUUSEN) and the Results-Based Budgeting Methodology (PpR) to ensure comprehensive monitoring and efficient resource allocation.

However, significant challenges remain, including the operationalization of the PpR methodology to monitor and track budget allocation and execution, as well as identifying needs and supplying inputs for delivering goods and services within the prioritized package to prevent and reduce CCM. Additionally, integrating this issue into the Development and Territorial Planning Plans (PDOT) of Municipal Decentralized Autonomous Governments (GADM) is critical. The strategy also requires greater budgetary linkage and interinstitutional coordination, prioritizing territories with high vulnerability and indigenous presence. These actions aim not only to reduce CCM but also to lay the foundation for healthy and sustainable childhood development, reinforcing equity and social justice in the country.

The Role

Based in Quito, the selected specialist will provide specialized advisory services to the Technical Secretariat of “Ecuador Grows Without Child Malnutrition” within the framework of the National Strategy “Ecuador Grows Without Child Malnutrition.” This will be carried out under the supervision of the FSSP Manager, in close collaboration with the FSSP Coordinator, and in cooperation with the GAC team in Ecuador.

Responsibilities

Supporting the Technical Secretariat of “Ecuador Grows Without Child Malnutrition” in developing the technical study to establish improvements required for SUUSEN to operationalize the Results-Based Budgeting (RBB) methodology.
Conducting a diagnostic of SUUSEN and governmental public finance systems, with an emphasis on the human resources and inventory of goods and services modules, aiming to identify potential areas for improvement and interrelation, focusing on the operational implementation of the RBB methodology.
Accompanying the Secretariat staff as needed to provide technical advice.
Implementing the consultancy plan agreed upon with Alinea Foundation and GAC to ensure the proper development of the consultancy.
Preparing reports on progress, accompaniment, and technical advice provided, as well as generating reports upon request by Alinea Foundation and/or GAC.
Supporting the monitoring and follow-up of the implementation of related deliverables.
Providing any other related services as required.

Required Qualifications:

Education

Professional degree and/or master’s in fields related to social sciences, economics, administration, engineering, or similar disciplines.

Experience

At least 10 years of general professional experience.
At least 5 years of specific experience in the social and/or public sectors, focusing on public policy monitoring and public finances.

Skills and Knowledge

General knowledge of public management, the national planning system, and Ecuador’s public finance system. Knowledge of the social sector is highly preferred.
Excellent writing and editing skills.
Adaptability to different contexts and the ability to function effectively in them.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, as well as expertise in research, communication, and report writing, demonstrated through professional experience or publications.
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic team environment (both independently and collaboratively).
Proficiency in engaging with officials and communities, coordinating inter-institutional scenarios to identify synergies, challenges, difficulties, and strategic actions for project implementation.
Capability to draft clear and concise technical documents and reports and proficiency in using tools such as Outlook.

Desirable

Knowledge of the National Strategy “Ecuador Grows Without Child Malnutrition.”
Familiarity with the Ecuadorian public sector.
Understanding of the national public finance system and planning mechanisms.
Experience in planning, designing, and implementing enterprise architecture.
Work experience with international development assistance organizations and at the national level.

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