NGO JOBS

Organization: International Center for AIDS Care and Treatment Programs
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 15 Feb 2014

ICAP at Columbia University supports a large portfolio of activities, with a focus on HIV, TB, and malaria prevention, care and treatment and other health-related activities. ICAP focuses its efforts on health systems strengthening through training and mentorship of workforces, enhancing infrastructure, and developing systems of service delivery. Its portfolio of work also involves support for research, training and strategic information-related activities and significant attention is devoted to effective monitoring and evaluation of all of its activities. The current portfolio of awards is focused on sub-Saharan Africa and Asia. At an organizational level, ICAP leadership and staff situated in its headquarters office work directly with in-country ICAP teams and others to support the successful design and implementation of projects and activities and to ensure that all goals, objectives and outcomes for each project are closely monitored and achieved. ICAP routinely works directly with in-country governmental and non-governmental organizations and provides direct support to national and sub-national ministries of health, district health teams and health system facility staff, as needed.

Please note that the job title is listed as an "Associate Research Scientist" on the Columbia University Job Posting Site.

This position is grant funded.

OVERALL JOB FUNCTION:

The Senior Implementation Director (SID) is experienced in international public health and project management and provides overall strategic and programmatic guidance, coordination and support to the management and implementation of programs, projects, and activities undertaken by ICAP at country level. The SID supervises a team of individuals engaged in providing support for and coordination of ICAP projects and activities at country level. . In this capacity, the SID has overall responsibility for working closely with ICAP country directors and project managers to ensure the achievement of all goals, objectives and targets set for its international activities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Guide the development and implementation of models and strategies for implementation of ICAP projects at country level

• Provide direct supervision to a team of direct reports, and high-level management guidance to ICAP country directors, country representatives, project managers and consultants, as needed

• Assist the ICAP Director to provide high-level supervision and guidance to ICAP Country Directors and project leaders to maximize their performance in the areas of project management, human resources management, office leadership and donor relations; elements

• Contribute to the identification of opportunities for new donor-funded projects and make significant contributions towards the development of proposal packages and design of proposal work plans and budgets

• Oversee the development of work plans for existing projects and activities to ensure fidelity to donor expectations and effective implementation of activities

• Ensure coordination of support to ICAP projects by facilitating technical inputs and assistance from direct reports and other ICAP technical and operational staff, as needed, in the areas of Strategic Information, Clinical and Training, Strategies and Partnerships and Finance and Administration

• Communicate regularly with donor offices and staff in-country, as needed, regarding program implementation issues and challenges as they relate to achievement of agreed-upon objectives and targets

• Represent ICAP in strategic meetings with in-country partners, at international, regional and national conferences, and with donors

• Serve as a Principle Investigator on select projects, lead the preparation of reports, and manuscripts to communicate ICAP’s work to the broader public health and scientific communities and present and/or publish project-related data, as appropriate

• Perform significant international travel to support project implementation

• Perform other duties, as assigned, by the ICAP Director

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Advanced degree in medicine, nursing, public health or related field, plus 5-10 years of experience in HIV programming, international health, public health or development programs or related activities

• At least five (5) years of direct experience in staff management and supervision, staff recruitment, staff motivation and effective team-building

• Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the complex political and social issues related to HIV and other public health threats in resource-limited settings as well as the health services structures within these settings

• Experience working with US Government (USG) donors and technical agencies, other bilateral donors, and major multi-lateral organizations active in international public health (e.g., WHO and the Global Fund)

• Experience developing complex project work plans, budgets, progress reports, summaries, manuscripts and presentations

• Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, donors, sub-contractors and other partners in a fast-paced work environment

• Excellent interpersonal, writing and oral communication skills

• Capacity to undertake significant international travel , including travel to and within multiple African countries

• Fluency in spoken and written English

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Direct experience in the design, management and implementation of domestic or international HIV programs

• Previous resident experience in one or more developing country settings

• Fluency in French or Portuguese

How to apply:

To apply for this position, please cut and paste the link below to your browser:

http://academicjobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=58701

Columbia University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. It does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, sex, gender, religion, creed, national and ethnic origin, age, citizenship, status as a perceived or actual victim of domestic violence, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a Vietnam era or disabled veteran, or any other legally protected status.

Organization: University Research Co.
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 30 Nov 2013

University Research Co., LLC (URC)URC is a global company dedicated to improving the quality of health care, social services, and health education worldwide. With a non-profit affiliate, the Center for Human Services (CHS), URC manages projects in over 45 countries, including the United States.

Established in 1965, URC offers a range of technical assistance to strengthen health and social systems and service quality by empowering communities and health workers to identify and scale up locally appropriate solutions to critical problems. Internationally, we expand access to and improve the quality of services addressing maternal, newborn, and child health; infectious diseases, including HIV/AIDS, TB, and malaria; reproductive health and family planning; food and nutrition; and vulnerable children and families. In the US, we focus on improving communication related to issues like substance abuse, with a particular focus on reaching underserved populations.

URC’s mission is to provide innovative, evidence-based solutions to health and social challenges worldwide. Please join us in carrying out our mission (http://www.urc-chs.com/).

Division & Project OverviewThe International Development Group is one of three international program divisions at URC/CHS and manages health field programs funded by USAID and CDC primarily in Africa and the Latin America region with key focus areas improving health systems performance, including management support systems, and quality of care in maternal and child health, family planning, HIV/AIDS, TB and nutrition.

Roles and Responsibilities:The Technical Advisor will work in close collaboration with the senior technical staff in the Division to support implementation research and provides technical support with a focus on health systems strengthening, HIV/AIDS and Maternal, Reproductive and Child Health Services. The position combines support for implementation research, technical assistance new business development, and documentation and sharing of results.

• Collaborate with IDG home office and in-country teams to develop study designs and protocols; support in-country research and assessments including data cleaning and analysis.• Provide technical support to in-country teams in clinical areas of HIV/AIDS and MNCH• Review and summarize reports, program evaluations, improvement results and other documents, and assess their accuracy and relevance for IDG staff in the US and the field.• Provide current literature and evidence-based programming guidelines to technical staff• Participate in communities of practice on HIV/AIDS and MNCH and related subjects• Support efforts for new business development including drafting technical strategies for proposals, and reviewing bids.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required Experience & Qualifications
• Doctoral degree in research discipline relevant to international global health • At least 10 years of relevant work experience in international health• At least 2 years of hand-on experience in a developing country setting, implementing relevant public health technical interventions• Experience in research methods applicable to developing country contexts• Exceptional verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills in English; high comfort level writing and presenting data and information in a compelling way to different audiences.
• Ability to work effectively and thrive in a fast-paced environment• Strong time management and organizational skills; demonstrated ability to work well independently and in teams. • Track record of being able to produce work in a timely manner with flexibility when necessary to adapt to changing work conditions.• Proficiency in French or Spanish desirable

How to apply:

To Apply:

For immediate consideration, please visit URC’s Career Opportunities page at www.urc-chs.com/careers.

Please cut and paste your cover letter and upload your CV where indicated. Also, please complete your application form and attach a completed USAID Form 1420 Contractor Employee Biographical Data Sheet as well.

Due to the large number of inquiries we receive, only candidates who have met the required experience & qualifications for this position will be contacted. No phone calls please. However, since we are active around the world in the field of public health, we may wish to retain your CV in our database for other/future opportunities, unless you direct us otherwise. Thank you very much for your interest.

URC is an E-Verify Employer

URC is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.We value and seek diversity in our workforce.

Organization: International Center for AIDS Care and Treatment Programs
Country: Mozambique
Closing date: 24 Oct 2013

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Program Development and Implementation Unit (PDIU) Manager leads the PDIU team at ICAP-Mozambique. The PDIU Manager is responsible for plan development and program implementation in the organization within the integrated Technical Assistance and Capacity Building Projects.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop the organization´s plan, taking into account the priorities identified at central and provincial levels, review provincial plans in coordination with Clinical Systems, Strategic Information and Administration and Finance Units;

• Coordinate with the Clinical Systems Unit Manager, Strategic Information Unit Manager and Administration & Finance Unit Manager to provide oversight and guidance toward project target and goal achievement;

• Lead the process of identification of priorities and determination of interventions for development and program expansion, according to the strategic plan;

• Plan, realize and report on events for program review at central level annually;

• Review the reports prepared by the organization taking into account the objectives and the need to adjust the plan, monitor the quality of reports;

• Identify, describe and document the successes, challenges and lessons learned from organization´s program for internal use and external audiences;

• Lead the development of tools and build systems, including SOPs, to facilitate implementation including monitoring and evaluation of strategies, internal and external communications, documentation and reporting adopted by the organization;

• Supervise PDIU Advisor on the development and monitoring of provincial and district level work plans;

• Track the implementation of training plans for provincial and district teams;

• Track the implementation of organization´s activities taking into account the objectives, goals achievement and need for adjustments of program plan for better performance and quality;

• Participate in working groups within organization and with other partners (MOH, CDC, and others) for issues related to organization's program development and implementation;

• Participate in the preparation of documents that guide the process of program implementation in the organization;

• Participate in forums and activities of interest for the organization.

EDUCATION:

• Higher level of education in the area of health, planning or other related areas; medical professional training preferred; Master’s degree is an advantage;

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in the development, management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of HIV or public health programs;

• Experience in control diseases program management in sub-Saharan Africa;

• Experience in training;

• Fluent in English & Portuguese;

• Excellent oral and written communication skills;

• Availability to travel frequently to provinces.

How to apply:

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Note: This is a local hire position and the successful candidate will be an employee of ICAP in Mozambique and subject to the local terms and conditions of employment which includes a competitive salary and benefits package.

Please send an application letter and CV by email with a subject title “PDIU Manager” to icaphr@columbia.org.mz.

Please do not attach any certificates when submitting on line. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

Close date: 24th October 2013

Organization: Handicap International
Country: India
Closing date: 07 Oct 2013

The purpose of the consultancy is to ensure the overall implementation and follow-up of the DIPECHO-funded regional project INCRISD in South Asia, by guaranteeing the respect of the project cycle management framework and supporting the South Asia regional management team responsible for the grant agreement signed between Handicap International (HI) and ECHO as well as of the regional Consortium between HI, ActionAid and Oxfam.

For detailed information on the consultancy, refer to the TOR attached

How to apply:

To apply send your CV and financial proposal to skotla@handicap-international.asia before 7th October, 2013

Country: United Republic of Tanzania
Closing date: 27 Oct 2013

Title: Advisor: Implementation Science - TanzaniaPlace of Performance: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Service Objectives:

The objective of this position is to provide support and technical assistance to the Senior Technical Advisor for Research and Implementation Science, the Associated Director of Programs, the Country Director, section chiefs, team leads and program staff, and other USG agencies in designing, implementing and evaluating implementation science projects and their products.

Task Requirements:

Under this task order, the contractor shall independently provide all labor, supplies, material and equipment (exceptions noted below) in support of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and partners in accordance with this Statement of Work by providing the services below for implementation Science activities. • 20% Coordination: Assists in the facilitation and coordination of implementation science projects within CDC and across United States Government (USG) agencies and partners in Tanzania. Assists in facilitating research prioritization process within USG and supports national research strategy development and implementation. • 50% Technical Assistance: Provides technical assistance in the planning, development, and conducting of implementation science activities. Offers support and assistance to implementing partners, in particular local partners, to successfully implement key research activities to the highest technical and ethical standards, while building their capacity to execute these studies themselves. Engage directly with several priority research activities to ensure high quality outputs and timely execution. Provide Technical Assistance and advice to Project Officers of Cooperative Agreements on implementation science issues that need to be addressed; to ensure implementation occurs according to developed timelines. Provide technical assistance in the development of evaluation strategies and formulation of appropriate monitoring and evaluation activities for on-going and future public health programmatic issues in consultation and collaboration with other USG agencies in Tanzania, the Government of Tanzania (GoT), and other selected local implementing agencies. As determined by the Associate Director of Programs and/or Country Director, assists the Senior Technical Advisor for Research and Implementation Science with ADS activities.• 10% Review and Analyses: Participates in review and drafting protocols, and data collection tools of specific research activities. Assists with completing analyses and drafting publications related to implementation science. Work with Senior Technical Advisor for Research and Implementation Science, and CDC Atlanta Science Offices to ensure appropriate policies are followed; and travel to and support specific study sites during periods of data collection preparation, implementation, analysis, and information dissemination. 20% Capacity Building: Provide technical oversight, as needed, on training of data collectors, data entry and management personnel to ensure quality of training; provide support for literature reviews for CDC/Tanzania staff. Performs and supports the writing of abstracts, reports and manuscripts through one on one mentoring and writing workshops with CDC program staff, Fellows, Tanzanian scientists and Field Epidemiology and Laboratory Training (FELTP) participants. Lead and/or assist with other tasks related to the planning, capacity building and implementation of research activities to fulfill the needs of CDC/Tanzania and other USG partners. The Contractor shall provide support and work to strengthen efforts to build the capacity of Tanzanian staff from government and national Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) involved with USG funded implementation science activities, through targeted scientific input, and planning and advising on key aspects of specific evaluations, with particular focus on at least one large multi-country project. Provide support and work to strengthen efforts to build the capacity of CDC Tanzania staff on implementation science activities.

Minimum Qualifications and/or Certifications:

• Graduation from an accredited university with a Ph.D. in Epidemiology or other area with significant research from an accredited college and/or university• Three or more years of education and experience in HIV/AIDS programs, preferably in a resource-limited setting• Demonstrated experience in developing, conducting and analyzing research• Specific experience in operational research and implementation science desired• At least three years of substantial knowledge of PEPFAR programs is desirable• Excellent time and project management skills• Level IV English proficiency required• Willingness and ability to effectively communicate in English (Speaking, Writing, and Reading) on a daily basis with various groups.• Level I Kiswahili proficiency (preferred)• Prior experience working in Tanzania (preferred)• Willingness and ability to work full-time and to be located in Tanzania strongly preferred

How to apply:

Interested candidates should email their cover letter and CV to resumes@ctsglobalusa.com

Organization: Global Health Fellows Program
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 09 Sep 2013

Global Health Fellows Program II

Technical Advisor III: Senior Implementation Research Advisor

Location: Washington, DC

The Global Health Fellows Program II (GHFP-II) seeks a Senior Implementation Research Advisor (GHFP II-P2-063) to work within the Nutrition Division of the Office of Health, Infectious Diseases and Nutrition. Assignment: 2 year fellowship. GHFP-II is a five year cooperative agreement implemented and managed by the Public Health Institute in partnership with CDC Development Solutions and Management Systems International. GHFP-II is supported by the US Agency for International Development (USAID). GHFP-II’s goal is to improve the effectiveness of USAID health programs by addressing the Agency’s immediate and emerging human capacity needs.

The Senior Advisor is a member of a multidisciplinary team focused on the accelerated uptake and use of research and research translation activities undertaken in support of the achievement of the Agency’s development objectives. The Technical Advisor will join a team responsible for technical oversight and coordination of applied, evaluative and implementation research, technology development, as well as research translation/introduction activities undertaken through four cooperative agreements and a grant to WHO undertaken in conjunction with other USAID and partner activities. While the historical foundation of the portfolio focuses on maternal, child and newborn health, research and technology development, and research translation/introduction challenges, it also includes significant malaria and other infectious diseases, nutrition, family planning, and health systems related-work undertaken in support of achievement of a research-to-use strategy.

For a full description, please go to our website at https://www.ghfp.net/recruitment/

Requirements: Master’s degree in public health or related discipline with expertise in interdisciplinary health services, operations, implementation research; PhD in public health preferred; Minimum 10 years’ experience in public health or a related field, with 3 years’ experience in an international or resource challenged setting; Knowledge of health services/implementation research and evaluation methodologies, program design, and implementation, as well as direct experience in translating research into use; Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-site and multidisciplinary team-based organizational structure, including partners and other collaborators; experience with cross-cultural teams; Demonstrated technical leadership, policy experience, and problem solving skills working on and providing expert oversight of complex projects in a highly sensitive environment; High degree of judgment, maturity, ingenuity and originality to interpret strategy, to analyze, develop and present work and to monitor and evaluate implementation of programs; Track record of working effectively with a broad range of partners, and in a team environment and communicate highly technical health information to both health and non-health audience; Strong interpersonal communication and excellent oral communication and writing skills; Willingness and ability to travel internationally; Computer skills in MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, and Access ; US Citizenship or US Permanent Residency required.

How to apply:

All applicants are required to apply for this position through GHFP-II’s online recruitment system at https://www.ghfp.net/recruitment/, which allows you to store your CV, profile and bio data form in our database. A separate cover letter describing your qualifications and experience, interest and familiarity with issues relating to this position, and how this position relates to your career goals is required for each application. All applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm Eastern Time on September 9, 2013. We are proud to be an EEO/AA Employer.

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 29 Aug 2013

Vaccine Management Experts (Implementation)Terms of Reference

1. Background:

UNICEF supports countries in achieving national immunization goals, with an increased focus on the vaccine cold chain and logistics (CCL) system. The goal for CCL systems is to ‘optimize’ their performance based on three key parameters: availability, quality and cost; the aim is to achieve adequate supply for every immunization session without temperature damage and at the lowest possible cost per fully immunized child. To this end, UNICEF has prioritized activities that facilitate the strengthening of CCL systems, capacity transfer for effective local decision-making and ownership of cold chain systems, and the development of routine systems that provide timely and reliable data on availability, quality and costs to measure progress towards optimization.

As immunization programmes add new vaccines to their schedules, the demand on CCL systems increase as these vaccines tend to be more expensive, bulkier, and more often freeze-sensitive than traditional vaccines.

From 2010 GAVI required countries that seek support for new vaccines, to have undertaken an Effective Vaccine Management Assessment (EVMA) and to have developed an improvement plan (IP).

Despite the excellent uptake of EVMA so far, implementation of the IPs has been limited for a variety of reasons, including a lack of government commitment and ownership of the process, as well as resource challenges, technical capacity, and competing priorities. As a result of the lessons learnt, WHO and UNICEF have now defined five criteria for a ‘proper’ IP:

? Government ownership and commitment; ? Addresses key EVMA recommendations, outcomes of other related assessments, and future new vaccine introduction needs as per cMYP; ? Outlines steps towards cold chain and vaccine logistics optimization; ? Includes realistic activities, budget (including HR) and timeline; ? System to monitor implementation.

1. Purpose:

The purpose of the consultancies is to provide technical support to countries in various aspects of vaccine management, in close collaboration with the UNICEF Country Offices and immunization partners, in particular:

(a) Implementation of EVM Improvement Plans (IP)

To address deficiencies in the implementation of IPs, countries require support in effective adaptation of vaccine management guidelines and tools, and the development of institutional capacity to enable adoption and continuous use of these tools by MoH employees at all levels. To address these needs the consultant(s) will: • Undertake capacity assessment of the vaccine management system, to identify gaps in the individual capacity to use vaccine management tools and the institutional capacity to effectively manage the appropriate use of the tools; develop recommendations for addressing these gaps in the immediate and medium-term;• Review vaccine management guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Job Descriptions (JD) of cold chain logistics managers, engineers and cold chain focal points at all levels, against current practices; design and conduct workshops with MoH managers at appropriate levels to ensure collaborative revision of these SOPs, to enable comprehension and effective adoption by users; • Review the status of IP implementation, to identify priority tasks the implementation of which is behind schedule, or tasks that are missing from the IP; develop strategies for rectifying these deficiencies;• Design a new, or revise the existing vaccine management capacity development plan, and coordinate its implementation, incl. on-the-job support in the following focus areas:? EPI forecasting? Stock management tools (e.g., VSSM), max/min stock policies, vaccine storage, wastage, distribution and transportation? Cold chain equipment inventories and equipment management systems (e.g., CCEM)? Management Information Systems (MIS)

(b) Documentation of the process & lessons learned

1. Duration: Start date: 9 September 2013 End date: 31 December 2013
   Note: The TOR targets multiple experts for deployment throughout September – December 2013 to multiple countries, on an as-required basis. The specific deliverables within each consultancy will be requested based on country demand and consultant availability. Applicants are requested to confirm the number of days for which they will be available in 2013.

2. Timeframe: 75 working days in 2013, as requested by the Immunization TeamDeliverables Duration(Estimated # of days) DeadlineConsultant(s) may be required to attend a coordination meeting at one of the UNICEF Regional Offices. 3 days By Oct 2013Develop strategies for addressing deficiencies in the IP implementation. Undertake capacity assessment of the vaccine management system; develop recommendations for addressing these gaps in the individual capacity to use vaccine management tools and the institutional capacity to effectively manage the appropriate use of the tools. 22 days By Oct 2013Design and conduct workshops with MoH managers at appropriate levels to ensure collaborative revision of Job Descriptions and SOPs, to enable effective adoption by users. 15 days By Nov 2013Design a new, or revise the existing vaccine management capacity development plan, and coordinate its implementation, incl. on-the-job support in the following focus areas:? EPI forecasting? Stock management tools, max/min stock policies, vaccine storage, wastage, distribution and transportation? Cold chain equipment inventories and equipment management systems (e.g., CCEM)? Management Information Systems (MIS) 30 days By Dec 2013Progress report adapted for general publication: Document the process and lessons learned, incl. recommendations on how to ensure implementation and sustainability of best practices in vaccine management. 5 days By Dec 2013Trip Report provided after each country visit and final summary report of activities undertaken. - By end of Dec 2013TOTAL 75 days

3. Key competences, technical background, and experience required:

Competencies• Effective facilitator with proven ability to engage and train a group of individuals • Effective presenter including ability to adapt the message and visual aids for multiple audiences to deliver concise, impactful presentations • Strong analytical, oral & written communication skills• Self-starter with ability to plan and execute projects in a timely manner• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environmentTechnical skills and knowledge• Educational background in immunization, public health, supply management or similar• Specialization in vaccine management an advantage • Specialization in adult learning methods an advantage• Familiarity with WHO-recommended vaccine management practices• Proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word and PowerPointWork experience• At least 8 years of experience in public health including 3 years in immunization, with experience in resource-limited environments• Experience with EVM Assessments an advantage• Experience interfacing with national ministries of health an advantageLanguages• Written and spoken fluency in English. • Proficiency in another UN language (especially French or Russian) an advantage.

General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants / Individual Contractors

1. Legal StatusThe individual engaged by UNICEF under this contract as a consultant or individual contractors (the “Contractor”) is engaged in a personal capacity and not as representatives of a Government or of any other entity external to the United Nations. The Contractor is neither a "staff member" under the Staff Regulations of the United Nations and UNICEF policies and procedures nor an "official" for the purpose of the Convention on the Privileges and Immunities of the United Nations, 1946. The Contractor may, however, be afforded the status of "Experts on Mission" in the sense of Section 22 of Article VI of the Convention and the Contractor is required by UNICEF to travel in order to fulfill the requirements of this contract, the Contractor may be issued a United Nations Certificate in accordance with Section 26 of Article VII of the Convention.

2. ObligationsThe Contractor shall complete the assignment set out in the Terms of Reference for this contract with due diligence, efficiency and economy, in accordance with generally accepted professional techniques and practices.

The Contractor must respect the impartiality and independence of UNICEF and the United Nations and in connection with this contract must neither seek nor accept instructions from anyone other than UNICEF. During the term of this contract the Contractor must refrain from any conduct that would adversely reflect on UNICEF or the United Nations and must not engage in any activity that is incompatible with the administrative instructions and policies and procedures of UNICEF. The Contractor must exercise the utmost discretion in all matters relating to this contract.

In particular, but without limiting the foregoing, the Contractor (a) will conduct him- or herself in a manner consistent with the Standards of Conduct in the International Civil Service; and (b) will comply with the administrative instructions and policies and procedures of UNICE relating to fraud and corruption; information disclosure; use of electronic communication assets; harassment, sexual harassment and abuse of authority; and the requirements set forth in the Secretary General's Bulletin on Special Measures for Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Sexual Abuse.
Unless otherwise authorized by the appropriate official in the office concerned, the Contractor must not communicate at any time to the media or to any institution, person, Government or other entity external to UNICEF any information that has not been made public and which has become known to the Contractor by reason of his or her association with UNICEF or the United Nations. The Contractor may not use such information without the written authorization of UNICEF, and shall under no circumstances use such information for his or her private advantage or that of others. These obligations do not lapse upon termination of this contact.

1. Title rightsUNICEF shall be entitled to all property rights, including but not limited to patents, copyrights and trademarks, with regard to material created by the Contractor which bears a direct relation to, or is made in order to perform, this contract. At the request of UNICEF, the Contractor shall assist in securing such property rights and transferring them to UNICEF in compliance with the requirements of the law governing such rights.

2. TravelIf UNICEF determines that the Contractor needs to travel in order to perform this contract, that travel shall be specified in the contract and the Contractor’s travel costs shall be set out in the contract, on the following basis: (a) UNICEF will pay for travel in economy class via the most direct and economical route; provided however that in exceptional circumstances, such as for medical reasons, travel in business class may be approved by UNICEF on a case-by-case basis.
   (b) UNICEF will reimburse the Contractor for out-of-pocket expenses associated with such travel by paying an amount equivalent to the daily subsistence allowance that would be paid to staff members undertaking similar travel for official purposes.

3. Statement of good healthBefore commencing work, the Contractor must deliver to UNICEF a certified self-statement of good health and to take full responsibility for the accuracy of that statement. In addition, the Contractor must include in this statement of good health (a) confirmation that he or she has been informed regarding inoculations required for him or her to receive, at his or her own cost and from his or her own medical practitioner or other party, for travel to the country or countries to which travel is authorized; and (b) a statement he or she is covered by medical/health insurance and that, if required to travel beyond commuting distance from his or her usual place or residence to UNICEF (other than to duty station(s) with hardship ratings “H” and “A”, a list of which has been provided to the Contractor) the Contractor’s medical/health insurance covers medical evacuations. The Contractor will be responsible for assuming all costs that may be occurred in relation to the statement of good health.

4. InsuranceThe Contractor is fully responsible for arranging, at his or her own expense, such life, health and other forms of insurance covering the term of this contract as he or she considers appropriate taking into account, among other things, the requirements of paragraph 5 above. The Contractor is not eligible to participate in the life or health insurance schemes available to UNICEF and United Nations staff members. The responsibility of UNICEF and the United Nations is limited solely to the payment of compensation under the conditions described in paragraph 7 below.

5. Service incurred death, injury or illness If the Contractor is travelling with UNICEF’s prior approval and at UNICEF's expense in order to perform his or her obligations under this contract, or is performing his or her obligations under this contract in a UNICEF or United Nations office with UNICEF’s approval, the Contractor (or his or her dependents as appropriate), shall be entitled to compensation from UNICEF in the event of death, injury or illness attributable to the fact that the Contractor was travelling with UNICEF’s prior approval and at UNICEF's expense in order to perform his or her obligations under this contractor, or was performing his or her obligations under this contract in a UNICEF or United Nations office with UNICEF’s approval. Such compensation will be paid through a third party insurance provider retained by UNICEF and shall be capped at the amounts set out in the Administrative Instruction on Individual Consultants and Contractors. Under no circumstances will UNICEF be liable for any other or greater payments to the Contractor (or his or her dependents as appropriate).

6. Arbitration(a) Any dispute arising out of or, in connection with, this contract shall be resolved through amicable negotiation between the parties.
   (b) If the parties are not able to reach agreement after attempting amicable negotiation for a period of thirty (30) days after one party has notified the other of such a dispute, either party may submit the matter to arbitration in accordance with the UNCITRAL procedures within fifteen (15) days thereafter. If neither party submits the matter for arbitration within the specified time the dispute will be deemed resolved to the full satisfaction of both parties. Such arbitration shall take place in New York before a single arbitrator agreed to by both parties; provided however that should the parties be unable to agree on a single arbitrator within thirty days of the request for arbitration, the arbitrator shall be designated by the United Nations Legal Counsel. The decision rendered in the arbitration shall constitute final adjudication of the dispute.

7. Penalties for UnderperformancePayment of fees to the Contractor under this contractor, including each installment or periodic payment (if any), is subject to the Contractor’s full and complete performance of his or her obligations under this contract with regard to such payment to UNICEF’s satisfaction, and UNICEF’s certification to that effect.

8. Termination of ContractThis contract may be terminated by either party before its specified termination date by giving notice in writing to the other party. The period of notice shall be five (5) business days (in the UNICEF office engaging the Contractor) in the case of contracts for a total period of less than two (2) months and ten (10) business days (in the UNICEF office engaging the Contractor) in the case of contracts for a longer period; provided however that in the event of termination on the grounds of impropriety or other misconduct by the Contractor (including but not limited to breach by the Contractor of relevant UNICEF policies, procedures, and administrative instructions), UNICEF shall be entitled to terminate the contract without notice. If this contract is terminated in accordance with this paragraph 10, the Contractor shall be paid on a pro rata basis determined by UNICEF for the actual amount of work performed to UNICEF’s satisfaction at the time of termination. UNICEF will also pay any outstanding reimbursement claims related to travel by the Contractor. Any additional costs incurred by UNICEF resulting from the termination of the contract by either party may be withheld from any amount otherwise due to the Contractor under this paragraph 10.

9. TaxationUNICEF and the United Nations accept no liability for any taxes, duty or other contribution payable by the consultant and individual contractor on payments made under this contract. Neither UNICEF nor the United Nations will issue a statement of earnings to the consultant and individual contractor.

How to apply:

Qualified candidates are requested to submit a cover letter, CV and P 11 form (which can be downloaded from our website at http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/index_53129.html) to pdconsultants@unicef.org with subject line “Consultant, Vaccine Management Experts (Implementation)” by 29 August 2013, 5:00 pm EST. Please indicate your ability, availability and daily/monthly rate to undertake the terms of reference above. Applications submitted without a daily/monthly rate will not be considered.Joint applications of two or more individuals will not be accepted.