NGO JOBS

Organization: Management Sciences for Health
Country: Ukraine
Closing date: 30 Jun 2014

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES

The goal of the Systems for Improved Access to Pharmaceuticals and Services (SIAPS) Program in Ukraine is to improve the health outcomes in Ukraine, particularly those related to TB and HIV/AIDS, through improved access to and use of essential medicines.

The Senior Technical Advisor for Supply Chain Management (STA-SCM) is the lead technical specialist responsible for the planning, implementation and evaluation of all SIAPS supply chain activities especially as they relate to the Ukraine HIV/ AIDS and Tuberculosis (TB) programs. He or she works closely with the Country Project Director and the SCM Team of Technical Advisors, local partners and stakeholders for the development and implementation of supply chain policies and procedures in support to adequate medicine quantification, procurement, warehousing, inventory management, ordering/issuing and distribution.

The STA-SCM provides technical leadership and direction for the development and implementation of innovative strategies and activities to support the strengthening of supply management systems in Ukraine. The STA-SCM works with other SIAPS staff for the development and deployment of appropriate logistics management information systems that support the planning and monitoring of supply chain operations. He or she supports supply chain capacity building efforts and ensures that systems and processes are in place to assure the continuous availability of key program commodities. The STA-SCM ensures activities are based on the annual USAID-approved SIAPS work plan.

The ideal candidate will have technical expertise and prior experience in one or more of the key project results areas. Proven senior technical leadership experience desirable.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assist the Country Project Director in the development of SIAPS work plans and budgets as they relate to supply chain activities. Provide input into updating and implementing the annual work plan and budget, as necessary.

2. Provide technical assistance to the MOH and local partners for the quantification of TB HIV/AIDS products and other key commodities including the establishment of appropriate forecasting and supply planning mechanism and information systems to assure availability of data necessary for adequate quantification.

3. Collaborate with the MOH and local partners to assure that effective and efficient warehousing and distribution systems are in place for HIV/AIDS and TB medicines and other key commodities.

4. Participate in identifying and prioritizing capacity development activities for strengthening national and regional level pharmaceutical supply chains, and building expertise in monitoring and supervision in collaboration with the MOH and other relevant team members and partners. Develop and implement appropriate training and supervision programs.

5. Provide technical assistance to the PSM Working Group, or other appropriate entities, on PSM issues, including drug product quantification, procurement, and distribution.

6. Represent the SIAPS program at various technical meetings with other cooperating agencies, collaborating partners, senior government officials and/or donor agencies in matters related to supply chain.

7. Provide technical assistance to assess current HIV/AIDS and TB pharmaceutical management practices, and develop action plans and recommendations to address priority issues to improve effectiveness of related supply chain.

8. Provide TA to develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) for inventory management and other aspects of supply chain management that will assure the availability and quality of medicines and other commodities.

9. Along with the STA – Rational Drug Use, develop and implement a comprehensive approach for ensuring the quality of the TB and HIV/AIDS commodities and the procedures used.

10. Ensure adequate support to the country program including representation of SIAPS on supply chain matters, timely delivery of quality products, and the achievement of targets in a timely fashion, within designated budget. Contribute, as requested, to quarterly and ad hoc reporting to SIAPS, USAID, the Ukrainian MOH or other relevant agencies.

11. Provide supervision to other SCM team members, and be held accountable for their performance management (including regular results, check-ins, formal appraisals, supportive supervision, rewards, training, coaching and career development support).

12. Monitor and document progress of activities toward achieving results of supply chain activities of the approved SIAPS work plan, by taking baseline and periodic measurements of indicators.

13. Participate in the development of regular quarterly and semi-annual reports on work plan activities for the SIAPS, USAID/Ukraine, and in any other reporting requirements for the SIAPS Ukraine program as needed. The STA is also expected to draft regular activity progress reports, closely monitor activities assigned to them and to meet results and budget targets.

14. Produce any other ad hoc reports or updates on progress of activities, as required or requested by USAID.

15. Make regular presentations of results and progress to stakeholders. Participate and make representations on relevant program work in technical meetings as needed.

16. Facilitate work of external consultants as required.

17. Undertake other relevant activities as requested by the Country Program Director.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Advanced degree in supply chain management, pharmacy, medicine, logistics, business management or related field with background in public health.

2. At least seven (7) years progressively responsible experience in supply chain management/logistics at the policy level with advanced knowledge of logistics techniques and applications including quantification tools.

3. Familiarity with public health, TB, and HIV/AIDS programming, data collection, analysis and presentation.

4. Experience working with MOH and national level organizations.

5. Knowledge of international commodity procurement systems and procedures.

6. Strong project management and communication skills required.

7. Previous experience in developing training materials and the delivery of training sessions.

8. Excellent written and oral communications skills.

9. Fluency in spoken and written English and Ukrainian; knowledge of Russian is helpful.

10. Strong organizational skills and ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

11. Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interact professionally with culturally and linguistically diverse staff, clients and consultants, sound judgment and communication skills.

12. Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; knowledge of appropriate methods for data analysis and reporting.

13. Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, set priorities, and work independently.

14. Experience working with USAID-funded programs highly desirable.

15. Willingness and ability to travel within Ukraine as needed.

Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental handicap, or status as a disabled or Vietnam Era veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces.

How to apply:

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Organization: Save the Children
Country: Jordan
Closing date: 13 May 2014

Save the Children is the world’s leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children’s lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.

We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.6 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.

Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with c14, 000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We’re changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people an d relevant for the 21st century.

Contract length: 1 year

The role

The purpose of this role is to ensure the coordinated and consistent delivery of high quality, timely and accountable humanitarian Education programmes across the Syria regional response with a specific responsibility to be the Save the Children regional No Lost Generation focal point in the Middle East

Qualifications and experience

Essential

* Substantial experience of working internationally in humanitarian programmes including within education.

* Previous experience of working in large-scale complex emergency response is essential.

* Education to MSc/MA/MEng level in a relevant subject or equivalent field experience.

* Previous experience of working with interagency coordination mechanisms.

* Previous experience of programme management across m ultiple locations.

* Commitment to, thorough understanding of, and able to train staff in participation and accountability approaches.

* Demonstrated experience in leading assessment activities and of designing, managing, monitoring and evaluating education programmes in emergencies for international NGOs.

* Experience of applying relevant interagency humanitarian frameworks and standards in education in emergencies (for example INEE Minimum Standards).

* Demonstrated ability to set up monitoring & evaluation systems in large complex programmes.

* Proven ability of facilitation, mentoring and coaching.

* Experience of senior level representation, including Cluster or Education Sector Working Group coordination.

* Experience of developing and negotiating successful partnerships with institutional donors.

* Ability to write/advise on clear and well-argued assessment and project reports.

* Excellent communication skills.

* A high level of written and spoken English.

* Proven ability to influence change at an operational and strategic level

* Politically and culturally sensitive with qualities of patience, tact and diplomacy.

* The capacity and willingness to be extremely flexible and accommodating in difficult and sometimes insecure working circumstances.

* Commitment to the aims and principles of SC. In particular, a good understanding of the SC mandate and child focus and an ability to ensure this continues to underpin our support.

Desirable

* Language skills in Arabic

* Experience of working internationally in humanitarian programmes within child protection

* Experience or knowledge of working and living in relevant regions/contexts

* Specific experience of implementing DFID, OFDA, ECHO, UNICEF, UNHCR and other major donors

* Specific experience of designing and managing consortia projects.

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

To see a full a job description, please visit our website at www.savethechildren.net/jobs

Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.

How to apply:

Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to:pablo.04677.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com

Organization: CARE
Country: Ethiopia
Closing date: 01 May 2015

CARE Ethiopia seeks a Technical Advisor for Neglected Tropical Diseases to support an upcoming, USAID/Ethiopia-funded, project that will use an integrated WASH approach to address the burden of five to seven highly-prevalent neglected tropical diseases on vulnerable populations across the country.

The effort is expected to further goals and objectives of current Mission programming to eradicate lymphatic filariasis, schistosomiasis, onchocerciasis, blinding trachoma, and three soil-transmitted helminthes (hookworm, roundworm, and whipworm) that disproportionally affect poor communities with a lack of access to clean water and high rates of exposure to disease vectors. By ensuring alignment with current implementing partners of USAID’s flagship Neglected Tropical Disease Control Program, CARE plans to continue reaching the most marginalized in the country’s designated focus areas: Afar, Amhara, Benishangul-Gumuz, Oromia, SNNPR, Somali, and Tigray, among other regions.

Working through woreda steering committees, CARE presently targets activities at the zonal level in conjunction with water, health, education, environmental protection partners. Using evidence-based approaches, including the SAFE strategy for trachoma, the project will implement strategies around water access and supply, sanitation, and school- and houshold-level hygiene. Illustrative project activities include conducting extensive mapping of water resources; developing project strategies based on maps that overlay trachoma, schistosomaisis, and soil-transmitted helminthiasis; collaborating with local government to improve community-managed water supply systems; expanding and deepening household latrine access and solid-waste management; implementing a school-led total sanitation approach; effecting (rolling-out) behavior change communication campaigns, while leveraging local media; and creating manuals and training local WASH champions for sustainable project results. Through these and other activities, CARE will work through existing policy mechanisms, and local fora, movements, and groups, to gather data, develop and implement project activities, report impacts, and disseminate findings and best practices.

The successful candidate will contribute expertise on dracunculiasis/Guinea worm, trachoma, lymphatic filariasis, onchocerciasis/river blindness, schistosomiasis, soil-transmitted helminths, or other disease control. The Advisor is expected to interact effectively with government and partner stakeholders on NTDs.

Specific duties and responsibilities:

• Providing technical assistance to the project;
• Supporting assessments, research, and monitoring and evaluation;
• Building capacity with local organizations and communities; and
• Liaising with partners and stakeholders.

Minimum qualifications:

• Medical Degree or Master’s degree in Public Health.

Desired:

• Experience with USAID programs.

How to apply:

http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH05/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CAREUSA&cws...

Organization: Catholic Relief Services
Country: Guatemala
Closing date: 30 May 2014

Job Title: Regional Technical Advisor- Growth and Proposal Development

Department/Location: LACRO/Guatemala City, Guatemala

Band: D

FSLA: Exempt

Reports to: Regional Technical Advisor, Growth Manager

About CRS:

Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.

Background:

LACRO country programs make approximately 40 submissions per year to external donors. In FY 2013,the combined value of these submissions was $156 million, in agriculture, water, food security, disaster risk reduction, water, urban programming, peacebuilding (including youth livelihoods, migration, and workers’ rights), and education. While the US Government is and will likely remain the largest source of public funds in the region, LACRO growth efforts will seek to maintain and grow its diverse portfolio of donors that include other public donors, UN bodies, foundations, and private companies.

The 2010-2020 CRS/LACRO strategy prioritizes “signature” and “emerging” programming sectors in which LACRO is, or has the earnest potential to be, a recognized leader, demonstrating specific technical capacity, innovation, learning, scale and influence in sector policies and programs. These areas are: emergency response and preparedness (DRR), agriculture (agroenterprise), water (integrated water resource management), peace & justice (migration and trafficking, youth and employment, and workers’ rights), and microfinance.

LACRO growth decisions and investments (human and financial) will be guided by these strategic programming priorities. LACRO growth functions encompass the three phases of the Business Development Cycle: 1) Pre-positioning; 2) Pursuit of Opportunities; and 3) Leveraging of Results. The Proposal Development Specialist will primarily focus on capture planning (part of Phase 1) and proposal planning and development (Phase 2), while the LACRO Growth Manager will be primarily responsible for the other components of the cycle, with both positions reinforcing and back-stopping the efforts of the other.

The Proposal Development Specialist will therefore have the opportunity to spearhead a number of improvements in the quality of capture planning and proposal development in the region. These include improved forecasting and positioning of CRS in the marketplace, increasing the number and diversity of actors that CRS brings to the table in solving development issues (Cross Sector Engagement), and the introduction of new tools and best practices in proposal design and development.

Primary Function:

Under the direct supervision of the LACRO Growth Manager, the RTA Proposal Development Specialist will take the lead on supporting all activities related to the identification and tracking of opportunities through the capture planning stages and into final proposal production. The emphasis will be on ensuring the development of high quality proposals for the right opportunities, shepherding resources to support both technical quality and streamlined, effective proposal development. This includes providing surge capacity for technical and non-technical writing and other proposal development needs. The Proposal Development Specialist will build capacity of country program and partner staff, as appropriate, in proposal development and the introduction of new tools and best practices in coordination with agency-wide efforts from the Business Development community of practice.

Job Responsibility:

Pursuit of Opportunities:

· Coordinate regional involvement in the Proposal Development and Approval Process, including coordination of regional reviews, BD (non-financial) review of project budgets, and coordination of HQ support and TDYs as needed.

· Support country programs to perform due diligence in go/no-go analyses and decisions.

· As determined by the Growth Manager and DRDs for PQ and GS&J, deploy throughout the LACRO region to provide hands-on proposal development support to country programs.

· Ensure receipt and incorporation of regional and/or HQ technical input into project design and technical narratives to ensure soundness of proposal technical components.

· As appropriate, ensure mainstreaming of gender, capacity strengthening, influence, evidence-based approaches and other LACRO priorities during proposal design and development.

· Assist proposal development teams to improve proposal competitiveness through cross sector engagement and integration of Shipley tools and other best practices for proposal development.

· Provide input to proposal teams and review from a growth perspective, including overall responsiveness to donor requirements, incorporation of cost-effectiveness considerations, and other aspects that may affect CRS’ competitiveness.

· Assist with proposal writing and other proposal development needs as appropriate.

· Develop and maintain a roster of consultants and TDYers for proposal development.

Prepositioning:

· Actively gather intelligence about and seek out new funding opportunities, analyze them, and share with CPs and RTAs as appropriate.

· Maintain LACRO opportunity pipeline and act as the main LACRO point of contact for the win/loss database.

· Inform and advise DRDs and country programs on relevant funding opportunities.

· Assist country program teams with capture planning for prioritized funding opportunities.

· Support country programs to improve their forecasting capacities and practices, including the forecasting of expected proposal development needs.

· Provide support to CPs in the development and execution of their positioning plans.

Agency learning:

· Share learning around pursuit of opportunities with the BD community of practice.

· Build CP and partner staff capacity in TAG, CAG, and capture planning-related skills, through training and ongoing accompaniment.

· Support development and roll-out of BD competencies and CSE training programs for targeted CP staff, particularly in competencies related to capture planning and proposal development.

· Identify professional development opportunities for country program staff, especially dedicated growth staff, including TDYs within LACRO and elsewhere.

· Work with CPs to develop and maintain capacity statements, past performance tables, and evidence-based results for emerging and signature areas; work with HQ/RAD to maintain global past performance and corporate capacity statements.

Key Working Relationships:

Internal: LACRO Growth Manager, Deputy Regional Director for Program Quality, Deputy Regional Director for Global Solidarity and Justice, Deputy Regional Director for Management Quality, Regional Finance Officer, LACRO Regional Technical Advisors/IDEAS group, LACRO Country Representatives and Heads of Programming, LACRO CP-level growth staff, HQ Resource Acquisition Department, HQ Public Donor Liaisons.

External:Representatives from peer international NGOs, local partner organizations.

Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS staff:

These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.

· Serves with Integrity

· Models Stewardship

· Cultivates Constructive Relationships

· Promotes Learning

Qualifications:

· Master’s degree and 5-7 years of relevant professional NGO experience

· Two or more years of experience in a developing country, preferably in Latin America or the Caribbean

· Demonstrated experience with proposal development, at least some of which was in a leading or coordinating capacity; USAID proposal development experience preferred

· Familiarity with one or more of the LACRO signature and emerging program areas

· Familiarity with procedures, policies and priorities of USG and UN agencies, other public and private donors, and Caritas agencies

· Demonstrated experience in capacity building, training and mentoring

Personal/Professional skills

· Demonstrated ability to work in a team; excellent interpersonal, diplomacy and negotiating skills

· Ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and work effectively under pressure and competing priorities; assertiveness

· Demonstrated experience managing people and processes, leading teams to produce deliverables under tight deadlines and at exceptional quality

· Commitment to the Agency’s mission

· Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, and networking skills required

· Fluency in spoken and written English and Spanish required; French is a plus

· Willingness and ability to travel internationally at least 35% of the time

This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

How to apply:

To apply, please visit:

https://www5.apply2jobs.com/CRS/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=1642&CurrentPage=1

EOE/M/F/D/V

Organization: Global Health Fellows Program
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 16 May 2014

The Global Health Fellows Program (GHFP-II) is a five year cooperative agreement implemented and managed by the Public Health Institute in partnership with Global Health Corps, GlobeMed, Management Systems International and PYXERA Global. 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 program seeks to accomplish this goal first through the recruitment, placement and support of diverse health professionals at the junior, mid and senior levels. These program participants include fellows, interns, corporate volunteers and Foreign Service National professionals. The program then provides substantial performance management and career development support to participants, including annual working planning assistance, and ensures that professional development opportunities are available.

Looking to the future, GHFP-II also seeks to establish a pool of highly-qualified global health professionals that will ensure the Agency’s ongoing technical leadership and effectiveness. This objective is supported by an extensive outreach program that brings global health opportunities and specialized career advice to a diverse range of interested individuals, with a particular focus on those underrepresented in the field of global health.

BACKGROUND:

The Office of Sustainable Development (SD) in the Bureau for Africa (AFR) provides: strategic guidance and intellectual leadership to AFR; conducts economic, social and political analyses critical to the development of AFR policies, strategies, budgets and activities; manages and/or coordinates three Presidential and two Agency Initiatives; and provides technical services to AFR's field missions. In carrying out these functions, SD serves as the Bureau's principal liaison with African and international partners, US Government (USG) sister agencies, the private sector, universities, and the Private Voluntary Organization (PVO)/Non-governmental Organization (NGO) community.

AFR/SD's Health Division has an annual budget of approximately $15 million, which includes the management of activities that support African capacity development and improving the quality, availability and access to health services for Africa's most vulnerable populations. The Division works across all health sectors, including maternal and child health (MCH), reproductive health, health systems strengthening (HSS), and infectious diseases such as malaria, tuberculosis, and HIV/AIDS. The Health Division works in close collaboration with other USAID Pillar Bureaus, including the Bureau for Global Health (GH) and the Bureau for Democracy, Conflict and Humanitarian Assistance, in activities such as coordinating strategic and technical support to USAID missions, program reviews and assessments, and staff development. It also works closely with African and donor partners such as the World Health Organization's Africa Regional Office, the World Bank and UNICEF.

One of the presidential initiatives that AFR is tasked with managing is the President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI). PMI was launched in June 2005 as a 5-year, $1.2 billion initiative to: a) rapidly scale up malaria prevention and treatment interventions and; b) reduce malaria related mortality by 50% in 15 high-burden countries in sub-Saharan Africa. With passage of the 2008 Lantos-Hyde Act, funding for PMI was extended and, as part of the GHI, the goal of PMI was adjusted to reduce malaria related mortality by 70% in the original 15 countries by the end of 2015.

INTRODUCTION:

The Senior Health Advisor (Senior Advisor) will be based in the Health Division of AFR/SD and will serve as a principal member of the core team supporting PMI in USAID and the PMI inter-agency working group. S/he will also provide strategic guidance to the AFR, missions and PMI staff assigned to AFR. The Senior Advisor will also provide technical oversight and strategic guidance to the malaria and MCH portfolio in AFR, including managing relevant activities and helping to integrate child survival, malaria and other infectious disease programs.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The primary responsibilities of the Senior Health Advisor include:

1. In coordination with the other AFR Health Team members, serving as a PMI Health Team liaison with GH and other USG counterparts:

· Collaborating closely with colleagues from the GH and other USG agencies on malaria issues fundamentally important to the African context, including participating in strategic policy meetings.

· Assessing country-specific malaria data, activities and plans, and collaborating with the Ministry of Health and other partner organizations to design national strategies that reach a high percentage of the most vulnerable populations with effective and comprehensive interventions ensuring rapid implementation of large scale interventions in PMI designated countries.

· Monitoring program initiatives throughout the region, their relationship to sectoral development constraints, and advising field missions and USAID/Washington on courses of action.

· Participating and supporting country and regional project/program assessments and evaluations, including Malaria Operational Planning visits.

· Directing field missions and grantee organizations in the application of Bureau priorities and strategies and providing them with assistance, guidance, and literature.

· Consulting with internal and external organizations on “best-practices” within malaria and MCH interventions and participating in the development of strategies, plans, and program guidance.

1. Serving as a technical point of contact for malaria and MCH in the Africa Bureau:

· In conjunction with other AFR Health Team members, including two Malaria Advisors and two MCH Advisors, providing technical oversight and strategic guidance to the malaria and MCH portfolio in the Africa Bureau.

· Maintaining current knowledge of policy, frameworks, research and news on malaria and MCH in Africa.

· Reviewing and analyzing regional and country data, in collaboration with various analytic units and developing strategies for translating data into actionable interventions.

· Participating in consultations and working groups with colleagues from across USAID and the USG on new malaria and MCH activities, requests and initiatives that impact USAID missions in Africa.

· Engaging with technical and senior staff within USAID, including Mission Directors, Health and Human Services, other agencies in the USG, WHO, UNICEF, World Bank and other UN agencies and bilateral organizations.

· Representing AFR interests to senior level and other host government officials and working closely with African regional and sub-regional organizations to promote African leadership, capacity building and improved coordination in Africa.

· Participating in relevant international meetings and conferences.

1. Assisting in strategic planning, communication and reporting within AFR/SD:

· Contributing to malaria and MCH-related planning and reporting requirements.

· Developing briefers and/or other communication materials to describe activities and results of USAID’s malaria and MCH programs related to HSS, gender equality and community based interventions.

· Assisting in the development and presentation of African mission portfolio reviews for senior management.

· Assisting in formulating responses to congressional inquiries or requests.

· Providing other support to the AFR Health Team as needed.

1. Providing support to USAID’s missions in Africa and strengthening and maintaining the country support system:

· Serving as AFR Team Lead on GH Country Teams for a sub-set of African countries.

· Along with the AFR’s regional offices, serving as a resource person for the health programs of assigned countries within AFR.

· Assisting USAID Missions through the provision of technical and policy guidance, consulting on and reviewing strategies, program designs, operational plans, and reporting documents related to AFR priorities, including malaria and MCH health technical issues.

International travel approximately 25%.

Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned based on (a) organizational and programming needs and/or (b) the Advisor’s own interests.

Training and Professional Development:

· Keeping abreast of literature and latest developments in malaria and MCH programming.

· Deepening knowledge of malaria and MCH interventions, policies and programming.

· Participating in interagency and intra-agency working groups as appropriate to SOW.

· Participating in professional continuing education and skills training within the purview of GHFP-II.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

· Master's degree in Public Health, health sciences or related discipline.

· Minimum ten (10) years’ experience in design, implementation and evaluation of international health, especially malaria and MCH programs, with at least 3-5 years’ experience in an international or resource challenged setting.

· Experience in conducting analysis and evaluation of technical and programmatic aspects of proposals and programs.

· Field-based experience, especially in the context of working with communities.

· Broad knowledge of African countries and specific knowledge of their relationship to US policy guidelines, including perspective on their historical relationship in the health sciences with the United States.

· Understanding of programs and organizational aspects of major international donors, multilateral agencies, and NGOs/PVOs supporting the social sector, with a focus that includes malaria or other infectious diseases.

· Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team, including cross-cultural teams.

· Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound professional judgment to problem solve, and to make strategic decisions.

· Experience with USAID programming, budgeting, and evaluation functions and procedures, both in USAID/Washington and in USAID Missions, is preferred.

· Excellent analytical, written and oral communication skills.

· Ability to travel domestically and internationally.

· Ability to speak French and/or Portuguese preferred.

· US Citizenship or US Permanent Residency required.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

Salary will be based on commensurate experience and earnings history. The Public Health Institute offers a comprehensive benefits package including professional development programs.

How to apply:

All applicants are required to apply for this position through GHFP’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 May 16, 2014.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Employer.

Organization: Plan Canada
Country: Canada
Closing date: 30 Jun 2014

Technical Advisor – Youth Economic Empowerment (YEE)

Status: Full-Time Temporary 12 Month Position Department: Programs Reports To: Senior Advisor Compensation Band: 3A

Reporting to the Senior Advisor, International Programs the Technical Advisor for YEE will: support Country Offices in identification of new funding opportunities and the design and development of new programs; provide technical support, quality assurance, training and capacity building for existing programs in Latin America, Africa and Asia; and further Plan’s policy development, networking and research related to YEE, particularly related to Microfinance and financial inclusion for youth.

Program design and development

As a member of the Technical Team, this role will provide input and advice to projects that have a component on youth savings and loans, micro-finance as related to youth economic empowerment. This will include:

• Develop and design innovative Microfinance and YEE programs in line with Plan’s programmatic approach and principles
• Develop and/or provide input on project proposals • Develop detailed project implementation plans (PIP) and subsequent work plans • Work in partnership with the marketing, corporate and the development teams in developing proposals for submission to Corporations and individual donors

Technical Support and Quality Assurance

Provide quality control, value addition and technical advice to Field Office staff, partners and other stakeholders for Plan Canada support projects related to YEE and Micro-finance as they become approved. This will include:

• Identify and evaluate the national, regional and internationally approved technical standards and benchmarks for Microfinance programs and incorporate into Plan Canada’s programming • Provide technical support, advice and guidance to Plan staff in Canada and Plan’s overseas Country Offices on the implementation of programs • Participate in project related meetings as needed including project working groups and project steering committee • Provide training in the field on tools related to Microfinance, often with a special emphasis on youth • Monitor and Evaluate projects/ programs and write reports based on findings • Design quality monitoring standards as well as tools for program monitoring and improvement

Thought Leadership • Lead and/or participate in various program events at regional and international level highlighting Plan’s program experiences • Participate and share program model, learning and experience with coalitions, donors and forums • Contribute to and/or create, policy papers related to portfolio of Microfinance and YEE programs within Plan Canada and Plan International • Present Plan International Canada Inc. experience in international conferences/forums etc. • Ensure Plan Canada is well connected to, and learning from, international and national networks related to YEE and Microfinance both within the Plan Network and with other organizations in this sector

People Leadership and Managerial Responsibilities: The Advisor position often will not have people leadership but rather be an individual contributor as part of a wider team with specific accountabilities within a team. If individual is a people leader both team size, budget and projects/program scope will be at departmental level impact. Where individual is accountable for a team, this person is directly responsible for the management of that team and is reflected on his/her performance framework at a minimum 10% of time. Budget and number of staff can be directly correlated to scope of portfolio. Role includes full accountability for recruitment, hiring, setting performance expectations, and managing performance, promotion, demotion and discipline up to and including termination in line with organizational policy and adherence to legislative requirements including ESA and Human Rights Code. Leadership includes the management of: temporary, contract, intern, volunteer or permanent staff.

Requirements:

• Minimum 8 years program experience in international development; some of which should have been gained overseas • 5-6 year’s experience in Microfinance, preferably with a focus on Youth Empowerment • University degree, post graduate in development or other relevant discipline • Strong analytical skills related to Microfinance as well as group and organizational development skills • Strong technical capacity and practical experience of managing and designing international development programs and micro-finance programs • Solid experience in proposal writing, innovation and rights based programming • Good familiarity, networking and working relationships with different donors and other partner organizations • Demonstrated ability to review, synthesize information and produce appropriate reports • Excellent computer skills using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point) and internet use • Bilingual capacity in English/French is considered an asset • A good knowledge of global development issues • Able to work in a team environment, “pitch in” attitude a must • A Valid Passport (expected travel to be 12 weeks per year) • Strong technical capacity in programming in the field of YEE with a focus on Microfinance and financial inclusion of youth • Good familiarity, networking and working relationships with different donors and other partner organizations • Self-driven, organized and results-oriented • Good information gathering, assessment and presentation skills • Good listening skills and demonstrated capacity to work effectively with others • Proven skills in proposal writing, innovation and rights based programming • Proven skills in results based management approaches

How to apply:

To apply for this role please forward your CV and covering letter, outlining your skills and experience to gethired@plancanada.ca . Salary is commensurate with experience. Please reference Technical Advisor (YEE) in the subject line.

Plan sincerely thanks all applicants for their expressed interest in this opportunity; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. Applications from Canadians and Permanent Residents will be given priority.

Consistent with our Child Protection Policy the successful candidate must receive clearance by a police background check, including the vulnerable sector screen.

Plan Canada is an inclusive workplace, and is committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.

Organization: Tetra Tech
Country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 28 Feb 2014

Tetra Tech ARD, headquartered in Burlington, Vermont is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified Technical and Operations Candidates for upcoming, USAID-funded Democracy and Governance programs in Afghanistan.

Technical candidates with experience supporting improved governance in the following areas: *Institutional capacity building;*Fiscal and development planning;*Delivery of public services, including health, education, security and justice services;*Inter-governmental coordination;*Gender mainstreaming;*Advocacy and citizen representation; and,*Public awareness and communication.

Operations candidates meeting the requirements for the following positions:

Chief of Party*Previous Chief of Party experience is required.*Minimum of ten (10) years of experience managing large USAID-funded governance programs, showing a strong working knowledge of development and foreign aid, with emphasis on the priorities of USAID.*Experience managing complex projects.*Experience working in conflict environments such as Afghanistan and Iraq.*Master’s degree or higher in relevant field. *Fluency in written and spoken English required. *Strong management skills and excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.*Fluent in English; Dari or Pashto desired.

Deputy Chief of Party *A minimum of 5 years of previous or current management, preferably in overseeing multiple program areas simultaneously;*Minimum Master’s degree in a field directly related to municipal governance or other topic directly relevant to the Project objectives;*Prior DCOP experience on projects of similar complexity, with an excellent understanding and knowledge of USAID and USG regulations, administration, management, reporting procedures and systems;*Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; *Strong interpersonal, analytical, writing and computer skills required;
*Fluent in English, Dari or Pashto desired.

Director of Finance *Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or a practicing Certified Professional Accountant; *At least 5 years of progressively responsible financial experience managing the accounting and finance component for large donor-funded programs, particularly in transitional, Islamic, or post-conflict countries;*Ability to manage grants under contract funds; *At least 5 years of progressively responsible supervisory experience, setting up the accounting and finance function for a large funded project;*Direct supervision of a diverse team of professional accountants and financial management staff;*Fluent in English, Dari or Pashto desired.

How to apply:

To Apply: https://careers.tetratechintdev.com/ARDCareers/App/InternationalPostingD...

To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the on-line process:* CV in reverse chronological format* Reference List

Tetra Tech is committed to diversity and gender equality in all of its operations—in the US and overseas. We strive to reflect these goals in our global mission and in our workforce. We encourage applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial and cultural groups. Tetra Tech is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Organization: UN Population Fund
Country: Angola
Closing date: 22 May 2014

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy:

VACANCY NO.: Job ID 2529

CLOSING DATE: 22 May 2014 (5.00 p.m. New York time)

POST TITLE: Technical Specialist, Population and Development

CATEGORY: ICS-10 (equivalent to P-3)

DUTY STATION: Luanda, Angola

POST TYPE: Non-Rotational

DURATION: One year (renewable)[i]

ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: East and Southern Africa Regional Office

ORGANIZATIONAL LOCATION:

The post of the International Population and Development Specialist is located in the UNFPA Country Office. Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the UNFPA Representative, the International Population and Development Specialist will support the UNFPA Representative in overall accountability for the management and work of the Country Office. He/She will liaise directly with the Country Office team of professionals for quality assurance, policy application, effective and sound resources and programme monitoring and evaluation, ensuring results-based management across both operations and substantive activities. He/She will liaise with the National Institute of Statistics (Instituto Nacional de Estatística – INE) Director-General and technical staff, to ensure the successful implementation of the planned 2014 Population and Housing Census of Angola. He/She will also liaise with the Ministry of Planning and Territorial Development to guide and ensure the successful development of the planned national population policy.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1) Provide managerial, advisory and technical support for the formulation, implementation, monitoring and delivery of the UNFPA supported country programme.

2) Support in formulating the annual workplans and monitor their day-to-day implementation through consultations, correspondence and field visits.

3) Catalyze the expansion of the range of UNFPA deliverables and originate new project portfolios in UNFPA mandate area; develop new programme options and project models in substantive areas.

4) Advise the UNFPA Representative and follow up on all issues regarding Population and Development in the country, including the implementation of the planned 2014 Population and Housing Census, household surveys and other data collection exercises and research, as well as the development of the planned national population policy.

5) Provide technical support and arrange technical backstopping with UNFPA Regional Advisers and/or other international consultants as required in the area of Population and Development.

6) In consultation with UNFPA Representative and other professionals of the CO team, provide inputs to the ESARO based on country specificities for the development of the global/regional strategic plan.

7) In collaboration with the International Operations Manager, promote knowledge sharing and knowledge management within the country office team and with partners, and ensure continuous feedback to the ESARO on programme, technical and operational policy, regulations, procedures etc. as well as lessons learned and import new modalities or directions in thinking into the Country Office.

8) In collaboration with Government counterparts and key stakeholders, help to identify and review emerging development issues, their inter-linkages and their linkages to programme planning, management and research, and establish and maintain a network of partners involved in population and development related issues.

9) Participate in the planning of capacity building activities at central and provincial levels, and provide technical support to managers in developing provincial population strategies.

10) Assist in national and provincial advocacy efforts in UNFPA focus areas.

11) Review requests for advance of funds, prepare budget revisions, and/or supplementary budgets for approval by the UNFPA Representative.

12) Lead in preparing programme and financial progress reports and feedback to donors, liaising with HQ Resources Mobilization Branch.

13) Take the lead in establishing quality standards for project development and delivery, in the area of Monitoring and Evaluation in consultation with the Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor located at ESARO.

14) Provide guidance in emergency preparedness, response and recovery and ensure the integration of Sexual and Reproductive Health (including HIV), Gender and Population issues into disaster risk reduction and management, and contingency plans.

15) Perform other job related duties as assigned by the UNFPA Representative required to ensure the success of the country programme.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

i) Values: Integrity, commitment, embracing cultural diversity, embracing change.

ii) Core Competencies: Achieving results, accountability, developing professional expertise, analytical thinking, working in teams, communicating for impact.

iii) Required Skillset:

· Advocacy/advancing a policy oriented agenda

· Results based programme development and management

· Leveraging the resources of partners / building strategic alliances and partnerships

· Innovation and marketing of new approaches

· Job knowledge / technical expertise

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:Advanced post-graduate university degree in Population Sciences, Demography or a related field in Economics or Statistics.

Knowledge and Experience:

· 5 years of relevant experience at national and/or international levels in the area of population and sustainable development, including programme/project management in a developing country.

· Strong results-based programme management experience, with particular focus on strategic planning and capacity building.

· Experience in national and/or sectoral policy dialogue, especially in the context of UN Reform and Joint Programming, and the new aid environment, would be a distinct advantage.

· Experience in census taking and national population policy development in developing countries would be an asset.

· Proficiency in current office software applications and corporate IT systems.

· Fluency in written and spoken English and Portuguese or Spanish.

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender quality, teamwork, respect for diversity, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life. We are committed to maintaining our balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply.

We offer an attractive remuneration package commensurate with the level of the position. The package includes a competitive salary plus housing allowance, home leave, health insurance and other benefits.

[i] No expectancy of renewal in accordance with UN Staff Regulation 4.5

How to apply:

How to Apply:

UNFPA has established an electronic application management system. This allows applicants to create a candidate profile, which can be updated regularly and submitted for more than one vacancy.

Download the Step by Step Guide to Applying in the E-Recruit System of UNFPA at https://erecruit.partneragencies.org/erecruit.html

Please print out the Guide for your reference during the registration and application process.

Notice: There is no application, processing or other fee at any stage of the application process. UNFPA does not solicit or screen for information in respect of HIV or AIDS and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.

In accordance with the rules of the United Nations, persons applying to posts in the international Professional category, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, are required to renounce such status upon their appointment. Exceptions to this rule are very limited and can be made only for: (a) stateless persons; (b) newly appointed staff members who have applied for citizenship by naturalization, when such citizenship will be granted imminently; (c) acting staff members in the General Service and related categories with permanent residency status, on promotion to the Professional category; (d) staff members appointed under a temporary appointment. Please understand that UNFPA is not in a position to provide advice on or assistance in applying for any citizenship.

Organization: Management Sciences for Health
Country: Burundi
Closing date: 17 Jul 2014

OVERVIEW:

The Leadership, Management and Governance Project (LMG) is a global five-year Cooperative Agreement awarded by USAID/Washington, designed to strengthen and expand the people-centered capacity building strategy pioneered under the previous Leadership, Management, and Sustainability Program. The LMG Project’s objective is to support health systems strengthening by addressing the gap in leadership, management and governance capacity of policy makers, health care providers and program managers to implement quality health services at all levels of the health system.

The President’s Malaria Initiative will provide direct technical assistance to the Programme National Intégré de Lutte contre le Paludisme(PNILP) through LMG/Burundi to reinforce leadership, management and governance capacities to improve the coordinated national efforts in the fight against malaria. The PNILP works with national partners in Burundi to support malaria interventions and develop national policies and norms for the fight against malaria. While the PNILP is not a Principal Recipient of the Global Fund malaria grant in Burundi, the program’s role in coordination with Global Fund recipients and local stakeholders and partners necessitates a clear understanding of Global Fund directives so that the PNILP can successfully support implementing partners. Under the Global Fund New Funding Model, it is expected that PNILP will receive some minimal amounts of funding that will require high-level financial management to ensure the efficient and effective use of funds.

OVERALL RESPONSBILITIES:

The Senior Technical Advisor, Malaria Program/Global Fund Liaison position is designed to provide technical assistance to the country, specifically to the PNILP, to improve the management, implementation and coordination of malaria activities. The incumbent will be placed at the PNILP and will provide leadership and management support to the PNILP Program Coordinator. S/he will assist the Malaria Coordinator in planning, monitoring and coordinating activities, policies, and improving the programmatic and financial management capacity of the PNILP.

The incumbent will work in collaboration with the USAID/Burundi Mission Team to ensure that up-to-date and strategic information on malaria activities are shared and disseminated among donors for prompt and appropriate decision making.

The work involves complex and interrelated processes. The political environment requires a high degree of sensitivity and diplomacy in supporting the PNILP, establishing dialogue with stakeholders, and developing activities to prevent and treat malaria. The incumbent will require a depth of expertise that will allow her/him to provide leadership and management in malaria-related issues and programs, including the capability to identify and systematize otherwise diffuse issues.

SPECIFIC RESPONSBILITIES:

1. The Senior Technical Advisor, Malaria Program/Global Fund Liaison, provides professional leadership support to the PNILP for the achievement of objectives set forth in its strategic plan. The principal task of the incumbent is to provide overall management, technical guidance and leadership to the PNILP team around national policies and strategies and support to the Global Fund supported grants.
2. Assist the PNILP and the Ministry of Health with initiating and conducting policy dialogue between the Global Fund Portfolio Manager and country team to troubleshoot as necessary to facilitate implementation of existing grants and development of Concept Note for new grants under the Global Fund New Funding Model.
3. Be a full member of the RBM in country partnership and participate in all quarterly coordination meetings.
4. Collaborate with senior staff of the PNILP, implementing partners, and other partners, such as WHO, UNICEF, World Bank, and NGOs to identify malaria control intervention gaps in Burundi, consistent with the malaria control coverage needs identified by the Burundi malaria strategic plan 2013-17 PNILP.
5. Assist the PNILP with advocacy for resource mobilization for malaria control from new potential partners including the private sector, international NGOs.
6. Provide targeted technical assistance to the PNILP to enhance financial management systems and processes for managing funds accountably and effectively.
7. Work with the PNILP and other appropriate partners to ensure full accountability and value for the resources provided for PNILP functioning.
8. Communicate on a regular basis and work jointly with other malaria stakeholders including the private sector and ensure that malaria activities are being implemented in coordination with and complementary to other USG health support, close coordination with USAID/ Burundi malaria technical advisor, other malaria donors (UNICEF, WHO and the Global Fund, Department of Defense) as required.
9. Assist the PNILP in developing plans to for future Global Fund concept notes. This includes providing managerial support to the PNILP leadership to brainstorm and identify technical interventions to be covered by future funding from the Global Fund.

This incumbent is not expected to play any supervisory role at the PNILP. S/He will receive administrative supervision from the LMG/Burundi support team with technical supervision from the USAID/ Burundi Malaria Technical Advisor and the PNILP Director, who will contribute to her/his evaluation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Advanced degree (Masters, PhD, or MD) in a health-related field or management field required. Specialized experience in malaria is not required, but preferred.
2. At least ten years of experience in progressively responsible experience in designing, implementing and managing malaria and other health programs in developing countries, with a preference given to candidates with African experience.
3. Demonstrated experience managing successful teams comprised of experienced professionals.
4. Demonstrated technical leadership, program management, strategic planning, policy experience and problem solving skills working on complex projects in a highly sensitive environment are required.
5. Experience with USAID-funded public health programs preferred; demonstrated technical capacity in financial management required.
6. At least five years of experience with or good knowledge of Global Fund operating procedures and financial management processes (proposal development and submission, monitoring and evaluation, PSM plan and reporting).
7. Ability to work effectively with a broad range of Burundian and USG personnel and partners, and have demonstrated skills in donor coordination and collaboration. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment to achieve consensus on policy, program and administrative matters is a must.
8. Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate information to both health and non-health audiences, and achieve consensus on policy, project, research, and administrative matters.
9. Proven ability to communicate quickly, clearly and concisely – both orally and in writing -- in English and French is essential.
10. Excellent verbal communication skills, tact and diplomacy are required to establish and develop sustainable working relationships at the highest level and a high level of trust with public/private organizations. Verbal communication skills are also used to negotiate activity plans and resolve activity implementation issues with counterparts, partners and team members. Excellent written communication skills are required to prepare regular and ad hoc reports, activity documentation and briefing papers.
11. Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook, Access, SPSS and other statistical and other relevant software) are required for effectively operating in this position. Good computer skills are required to implement, analyze, and monitor, and manage activity goals, inputs, outcomes, and achievements.

Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental handicap, or status as a disabled or Vietnam Era veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces.

How to apply:

https://jobs-msh.icims.com/jobs/7078/senior-technical-advisor%2c-malaria...

Organization: Management Sciences for Health
Country: Burundi
Closing date: 17 Jul 2014

OVERVIEW:

The Leadership, Management and Governance Project (LMG) is a global five-year Cooperative Agreement awarded by USAID/Washington, designed to strengthen and expand the people-centered capacity building strategy pioneered under the previous Leadership, Management, and Sustainability Program. The LMG Project’s objective is to support health systems strengthening by addressing the gap in leadership, management and governance capacity of policy makers, health care providers and program managers to implement quality health services at all levels of the health system.

The President’s Malaria Initiative will provide direct technical assistance to the Programme National Intégré de Lutte contre le Paludisme(PNILP) through LMG/Burundi to reinforce leadership, management and governance capacities to improve the coordinated national efforts in the fight against malaria. The PNILP works with national partners in Burundi to support malaria interventions and develop national policies and norms for the fight against malaria. While the PNILP is not a Principal Recipient of the Global Fund malaria grant in Burundi, the program’s role in coordination with Global Fund recipients and local stakeholders and partners necessitates a clear understanding of Global Fund directives so that the PNILP can successfully support implementing partners. Under the Global Fund New Funding Model, it is expected that PNILP will receive some minimal amounts of funding that will require high-level financial management to ensure the efficient and effective use of funds.

OVERALL RESPONSBILITIES:

The Senior Technical Advisor, Malaria Program/Global Fund Liaison position is designed to provide technical assistance to the country, specifically to the PNILP, to improve the management, implementation and coordination of malaria activities. The incumbent will be placed at the PNILP and will provide leadership and management support to the PNILP Program Coordinator. S/he will assist the Malaria Coordinator in planning, monitoring and coordinating activities, policies, and improving the programmatic and financial management capacity of the PNILP.

The incumbent will work in collaboration with the USAID/Burundi Mission Team to ensure that up-to-date and strategic information on malaria activities are shared and disseminated among donors for prompt and appropriate decision making.

The work involves complex and interrelated processes. The political environment requires a high degree of sensitivity and diplomacy in supporting the PNILP, establishing dialogue with stakeholders, and developing activities to prevent and treat malaria. The incumbent will require a depth of expertise that will allow her/him to provide leadership and management in malaria-related issues and programs, including the capability to identify and systematize otherwise diffuse issues.

SPECIFIC RESPONSBILITIES:

1. The Senior Technical Advisor, Malaria Program/Global Fund Liaison, provides professional leadership support to the PNILP for the achievement of objectives set forth in its strategic plan. The principal task of the incumbent is to provide overall management, technical guidance and leadership to the PNILP team around national policies and strategies and support to the Global Fund supported grants.
2. Assist the PNILP and the Ministry of Health with initiating and conducting policy dialogue between the Global Fund Portfolio Manager and country team to troubleshoot as necessary to facilitate implementation of existing grants and development of Concept Note for new grants under the Global Fund New Funding Model.
3. Be a full member of the RBM in country partnership and participate in all quarterly coordination meetings.
4. Collaborate with senior staff of the PNILP, implementing partners, and other partners, such as WHO, UNICEF, World Bank, and NGOs to identify malaria control intervention gaps in Burundi, consistent with the malaria control coverage needs identified by the Burundi malaria strategic plan 2013-17 PNILP.
5. Assist the PNILP with advocacy for resource mobilization for malaria control from new potential partners including the private sector, international NGOs.
6. Provide targeted technical assistance to the PNILP to enhance financial management systems and processes for managing funds accountably and effectively.
7. Work with the PNILP and other appropriate partners to ensure full accountability and value for the resources provided for PNILP functioning.
8. Communicate on a regular basis and work jointly with other malaria stakeholders including the private sector and ensure that malaria activities are being implemented in coordination with and complementary to other USG health support, close coordination with USAID/ Burundi malaria technical advisor, other malaria donors (UNICEF, WHO and the Global Fund, Department of Defense) as required.
9. Assist the PNILP in developing plans to for future Global Fund concept notes. This includes providing managerial support to the PNILP leadership to brainstorm and identify technical interventions to be covered by future funding from the Global Fund.

This incumbent is not expected to play any supervisory role at the PNILP. S/He will receive administrative supervision from the LMG/Burundi support team with technical supervision from the USAID/ Burundi Malaria Technical Advisor and the PNILP Director, who will contribute to her/his evaluation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Advanced degree (Masters, PhD, or MD) in a health-related field or management field required. Specialized experience in malaria is not required, but preferred.
2. At least ten years of experience in progressively responsible experience in designing, implementing and managing malaria and other health programs in developing countries, with a preference given to candidates with African experience.
3. Demonstrated experience managing successful teams comprised of experienced professionals.
4. Demonstrated technical leadership, program management, strategic planning, policy experience and problem solving skills working on complex projects in a highly sensitive environment are required.
5. Experience with USAID-funded public health programs preferred; demonstrated technical capacity in financial management required.
6. At least five years of experience with or good knowledge of Global Fund operating procedures and financial management processes (proposal development and submission, monitoring and evaluation, PSM plan and reporting).
7. Ability to work effectively with a broad range of Burundian and USG personnel and partners, and have demonstrated skills in donor coordination and collaboration. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment to achieve consensus on policy, program and administrative matters is a must.
8. Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate information to both health and non-health audiences, and achieve consensus on policy, project, research, and administrative matters.
9. Proven ability to communicate quickly, clearly and concisely – both orally and in writing -- in English and French is essential.
10. Excellent verbal communication skills, tact and diplomacy are required to establish and develop sustainable working relationships at the highest level and a high level of trust with public/private organizations. Verbal communication skills are also used to negotiate activity plans and resolve activity implementation issues with counterparts, partners and team members. Excellent written communication skills are required to prepare regular and ad hoc reports, activity documentation and briefing papers.
11. Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook, Access, SPSS and other statistical and other relevant software) are required for effectively operating in this position. Good computer skills are required to implement, analyze, and monitor, and manage activity goals, inputs, outcomes, and achievements.

Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental handicap, or status as a disabled or Vietnam Era veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces.

How to apply:

https://jobs-msh.icims.com/jobs/7078/senior-technical-advisor%2c-malaria...

Organization: Population Services Intl.
Country: Mali
Closing date: 18 May 2014

PSI is a leading global health organization with programs targeting malaria, child survival, HIV and reproductive health. Working in partnership within the public and private sectors, and harnessing the power of the markets, PSI provides life-saving products, clinical services and behavior change communications that empower the world's most vulnerable populations to lead healthier lives.

PSI's core values are a belief in markets and market mechanisms to contribute to sustained improvements in the lives of the poor; results and a strong focus on measurement; speed and efficiency with a predisposition to action and an aversion to bureaucracy; decentralization and empowering our staff at the local level; and a long term commitment to the people we serve. PSI has programs in 67 countries. For more information, please visit www.psi.org .

PSI seeks a Social Marketing Specialist to support the implementation of a Social Behavior Change Communications (SBCC)/ Social Marketing (SBCC/SM) program under an anticipated $35 million USAID funded project for the promotion of key healthy behaviors and increase of demand for and use of High Impact Health Services. This position will be based in Bamako, Mali and will report to the Chief of Party.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive marketing plan for the distribution of high impact health services and products in geographic areas where U.S. and other donor-supported interventions are being implemented in Mali.
* Extend key high impact health services by creating and developing business relationships and agreements with private sector service partners (e.g., development/expansion of social franchise business models)
* Assess the social marketing context and efforts in Mali and develop a sales/distribution and marketing strategy accordingly
* Builds the capacity of a local social marketing organization to promote and expand access to high impact health services and products through social marketing of relevant products and services, including through sales and distribution, marketing, data management, and supply chain management
* Understanding and experience of PSI social marketing tools and methods is highly preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, entrepreneurship, project management or international development.
* At least 7 years experience or progressively responsible experience in implementing social marketing activities in developing countries, preferably in West and Central Africa.
* At least 3 years of experience as country director for social marketing programs in the fields of sexual and reproductive health, family planning, HIV/AIDS prevention, child survival, nutrition, water and sanitation.
* Demonstrated experience in social marketing franchised services and expansion of primary health services through partnerships with private sector partners,
* Well organized, strong writing and organizational skills, excellent interpersonal skills, mentoring and capacity building skills.
* Fluency in English and French is required.

STATUS:

* Exempt
* Level 5

Please apply online at www.psi.org. Deadline to submit application is May 23rd, 2014

Contingent upon funding*

PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or disability.

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How to apply:

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Organization: Médecins Sans Frontières
Country: South Africa
Closing date: 14 Feb 2014

Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) is an independent international medical humanitarian organisation that delivers aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural or man-made disasters, or to people that are excluded from access to health care. The organisation has health projects in more than 68 countries.

Purpose of the job
The position is based in Cape Town and covers the following technical domains: HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria, reproductive health, epidemiology, public health and operational research.

The position also requires the sharing of specific dossiers with other HIV/TB technical experts in SAMU team.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

?To perform regular field visits to MSF OCB HIV projects, mostly in Southern and Central Africa with objectives clearly defined jointly by the field and operations department in Brussels , that will include some of the next topics, in function of the context:
?Evaluation of operational and technical aspects of the HIV activities and provide clear recommendations in line with MSF guidelines and policies
?Evaluation of HIV/TB integrated activities and support to implementation of improved management of TB and DRTB (including organisational, strategic and technical support)
?Provide general technical support (short trainings on specific topic, review of protocols, bedside training)
?Support for the implementation of improved HIV/TB pediatric care
?Support for the implementation of improved PMTCT activities (as relevant)
?General support for organization of services (especially for programs involved in decentralisation), including flow of patient, data collection, rationalization of care and adherence support
?Support for HIV care implementation in non-vertical HIV projects
?To work together with other HIV expert based in SAMU on specific dossiers (operational research, developing tools for field support, data collection support etc.). Those topics remain to be defined.
?To develop links with South African HIV experts in order to benefit from their expertise in the drawing of our recommendations and strategies.

Job Specification
**Minimum eeducation required:* University degree in Medicine and registration as a Medical Doctor and a diploma in HIV management or public health

Essential experience: At least 5 years of first hand clinical/programmatic experience in HIV/AIDS, inclusive of PMTCT, ARV, TB/HIV integration?3 years MSF field experience in various MSF HIV projects, including at management level

Preferred Experience:
?Proven experience in field/ operational research
?Post–graduate qualifications in infectious diseases
?Knowledge of common epidemiological software ( Stata, SPSS...)as well as HIV monitoring software ( e-register, Fuchia...)

Knowledge and skills:
?Good communication skills
?English speaking and ability to communicate in French
?Ability to work in a team within a flexible environment
?Willingness and ability to travel regularly
?Demonstrable commitment to humanitarian issues
?Languages: Fluency in English and French essential

Personal attributes:
?Self-motivated, uses initiative
?Accurate and meticulous
?Tolerant and patient
?Systematic and organized
?Sensitive to diversity and cultural issues
?Attention to detail
?Ability to work in a team
?Willingness to work beyond official working times

How to apply:

To apply, please email your CV and a covering letter to: Tandaza Gadla at tandi.gadla@joburg.msf.orgClosing date: 14 February 2014, only short listed applicants will be contacted.

Organization: Tetra Tech
Country: Indonesia
Closing date: 28 Feb 2014

Tetra Tech ARD, headquartered in Burlington, Vermont, is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified applicants for a variety of technical positions to be part of our proposal for the Participatory Land Use Planning (PLUP) activity under the MCA-funded Green Prosperity Project in Indonesia. The Green Prosperity Project aims to promote environmentally sustainable, low carbon economic growth as set forth in the Indonesian Government’s medium- to long-term development plans. To support this objective, the PLUP activity involves administrative boundary setting, updating and integration of land use inventories and enhancing spatial plans at the district and provincial level to support investment in renewable energy and sustainable management of natural resources. Positions will be based in Jakarta and may require frequent travel. Local and regional candidates are encouraged to apply.

THE POSITIONS ARE:*Field Team Leader*Spatial Planner*Community Engagement Specialist*Environmental and Social Assessment Specialist *Institutional Development Specialist*Gender Specialist*Financial Analyst

QUALIFICATIONS:
*Advanced degree in relevant technical or management discipline;*Minimum five years’ professional experience in the relevant field;*Extensive experience working in Indonesia, particularly in Jambi and West Sulawesi; *Fluency in English and Bahasa required.

To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the on-line process:*Cover Letter*CV in reverse chronological format*A list of at least 3 professional references including name, contact information, and statement of relationship to the reference.

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Organization: UN Population Fund
Country: Benin
Closing date: 19 Feb 2014

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy:

VACANCY NO.: Job ID 2413

CLOSING DATE: 19 February 2014 (5.00 p.m. New York time)

POST TITLE: Technical Adviser, Maternal Health/Family Planning

CATEGORY: ICS-11 (equivalent to P-4)

DUTY STATION: Cotonou, Benin

POST TYPE: Non-Rotational

DURATION: One year (renewable) 1

ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: West and Central Africa Regional Office

ORGANIZATIONAL LOCATION:

Under the overall supervision of the UNFPA Representative and the direct supervision of the Director of the Maternal and Child Health of the Ministry of Health, the International technical adviser is responsible for providing technical support to the implementation of the consolidated annual work plan 2014 for strengthening Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Care (EmOC) and increased Family Planning (FP) in Benin. The position is available immediately for an initial period of one (1) year.

In collaboration with the national counterpart (Government and Civil Society), UN agencies and other partners, he/she contributes substantially to reducing family planning unmet needs, increasing coverage of EmOC, strengthening the institutional framework for the management of human resources in maternal health and family planning, improving the availability and accessibility of reproductive health services quality, with active community involvement. He/she oversees the implementation of the Annual Work Plan (AWP), particularly in the health districts covered by the program. He/she ensures the quality of interventions and outcomes : (i) best practices and lessons learned in the management of the work plan , (ii) leadership, governance, coordination , monitoring and evaluation at all levels of the health pyramid for the promotion of Family Planning, and Gender for accelerating maternal mortality reduction and Benin sustainable development.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Expert will accomplish the following tasks:

• Develop a synthesis of all programmes and projects funded by Benin UNFPA Country Office in the field of maternal health, family planning and protection of sexual and reproductive health of young girls showing synergies, complementarities, any duplication. This summary document will have a clear strategic vision. It will take into account the United Nation Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) and show interactions, complementarities, potential duplication with the action plans of sister agencies such as UNICEF and WHO. It will propose a joint action plan with other agencies in the field of interventions to reduce maternal mortality, especially pillars: FP, Commodity Security, Sexual Health of Adolescents and Young, EmOC, antenatal refocused, deliveries attended by qualify staff, preventing the HIV transmission from mother to child and nutrition of pregnant women.• Develop a permanent knowledge, in conjunction with the Regional Office and Headquarters, Experts on innovative strategies maternal health/family planning in order to accelerate progress towards the achievement of MDG 5 - Improving maternal health;• Participate in the implementation and monitoring of Annual Work Plan activities by conducting field visits, participate in review meetings and missions evaluation and prepare quarterly and annual reports on the progress;• Exploit studies and research available data in Benin on maternal health, family planning and the girl, and maintain statistics relating thereto, with a view to updating indicators of maternal health;• Contribute to the creation and sharing of knowledge by synthesizing and documenting the results, lessons learned, successes and best practices, strategies and innovative approaches to promoting maternal health, family planning and securing products;• Strengthen national capacities in Reproductive Health for: i) conduct needs assessments in the field of EmOC and FP, ii) achieve cost estimates of developed plans and rapidly mobilize the resources required for their implementation; iii) conduct the political dialogue for growth and the equitable distribution of qualified heath providers, particularly midwives for skilled attendance at birth iv) contribute to equitable access to reproductive health services, including for the poor; v) propose initiatives to address the deep causes of maternal mortality, including gender inequalities vi) improve monitoring and evaluation;• Strengthen partnership with other UN agencies, and civil society organizations for the planning, implementation and monitoring of high impact interventions to reduce maternal mortality; • Report regularly on progress in maternal health/family planning and sharing information with the various actors in the context of improving intervention strategies in this regard;• Contribute to the mobilization of financial resources for: i) the promotion of family planning, ii) the promotion of maternal health; iii ) strengthening Reproductive Health Commodity Security, iv ) the protection of the girl, preparing adequate documentation and participating in meetings of donors;• Coordinate and manage available resources on the Thematic Funds;• Contribute to the Annual Work Plan 2014 evaluation and the development of the Annual Work Plan 2015 for EmOC strengthening and FP intensification;• Provide technical support for the operation of the Country Office two clusters;• Perform other tasks as requested by the supervisor in the area of his/her competences.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

i) Values: Integrity, commitment, embracing cultural diversity, embracing change.

ii) Core Competencies: Achieving results, accountability, developing professional expertise, analytical thinking, working in teams, communicating for impact.

iii) Required Skillset:

• Development and programme management focused on results • Innovation and dissemination of new approaches• Resources mobilization from national governments and partners/Building strategic alliances with partners• Advocacy / Presentation of an oriented agenda• Resources mobilization

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Advanced university degree or equivalent in public health, population and demography, a degree of Doctor in Medicine or a Midwife with additional positive factors.

Knowledge and Experience:

• 7 years of professional experience preferably in program/project management in the public or private sector in the field of reproductive health, of which at least 3 years at the international level.

• Experience in maternal health, emergency obstetric and neonatal care and family planning will be highly appreciated. It is the same for any candidate who has worked for the United Nations.

• Have field experience in public health in developing countries and a good knowledge of social, economic and political sub- region of West and Central Africa context is an asset.

• Have proven skills in report writing and publication of articles in maternal health and family planning is essential.

LanguagesMastery of French and a good working knowledge in English is required.

Knowledge informationProven skills in current use of the office software are also required.

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender quality, teamwork, respect for diversity, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life. We are committed to maintaining our balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply.

We offer an attractive remuneration package commensurate with the level of the position. The package includes a competitive salary plus housing allowance, home leave, health insurance and other benefits.

How to apply:

UNFPA has established an electronic application management system. This allows applicants to create a candidate profile, which can be updated regularly and submitted for more than one vacancy.

Download the Step by Step Guide to Applying in the E-Recruit System of UNFPA at https://erecruit.partneragencies.org/erecruit.htmlPlease print out the Guide for your reference during the registration and application process.Notice: There is no application, processing or other fee at any stage of the application process. UNFPA does not solicit or screen for information in respect of HIV or AIDS and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.

In accordance with the rules of the United Nations, persons applying to posts in the international Professional category, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, are required to renounce such status upon their appointment. Exceptions to this rule are very limited and can be made only for: (a) stateless persons; (b) newly appointed staff members who have applied for citizenship by naturalization, when such citizenship will be granted imminently; (c) acting staff members in the General Service and related categories with permanent residency status, on promotion to the Professional category; (d) staff members appointed under a temporary appointment. Please understand that UNFPA is not in a position to provide advice on or assistance in applying for any citizenship.

1 No expectancy of renewal in accordance with UN Staff Regulation 4.5

Organization: Development Alternatives, Inc.
Country: Timor-Leste
Closing date: 24 Feb 2014

Technical Experts
Timor-Leste Economic Growth Integrated Project for Private Sector Competitiveness, Agriculture and Global Climate Change

DAI works at the cutting edge of international development, combining technical excellence, professional project management, and exceptional customer service to solve our clients’ most complex problems. Since 1970, DAI has worked in 150 developing and transition countries, providing comprehensive development solutions in areas including agriculture and agribusiness, water and natural resources management, land tenure, and climate change, crisis mitigation and stability operations, democratic governance and public sector management, private sector development and financial services, economics and trade, HIV/AIDS, and avian influenza control. Clients include international development agencies, international lending institutions, private corporations and philanthropies, and host-country governments.

DAI seeks qualified candidates with technical expertise in the areas of climate change adaptation, climate-smart agriculture, natural resource management, and household nutrition for an integrated economic growth project for sustainable development of the horticulture value chain in Timor-Leste.

The anticipated project will strengthen human and institutional capacity for development by empowering rural households to utilize and access resources and assets; increasing productivity in the agriculture sector; and promoting integrated interventions for climate-smart agricultural practices, watershed management, and nutrition education. Illustrative interventions include strengthening the horticulture value chain, improving land use planning, and natural resource management, and reinforcing complementary components for nutrition, behavior change, and life skills.

Qualifications

• Seven years or more of technical experience designing and implementing programs and interventions in the areas of climate change adaptation, climate-smart agriculture, natural resources management, nutrition education, and behavior change
• Experience in establishing, managing and/or operating programs involving coordination with multiple program partner institutions in developing countries.
• An advanced degree in a technical area related to agricultural productivity, health and nutrition, natural resources management, climate change, or related field is required.
• Fluent English is required, working knowledge of Tetum is a plus.
• Experience working in Timor-Leste is desirable.

How to apply:

Candidates should send cover letter and CV to DAIRecruitAsia@dai.com February 24, 2014. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Organization: Handicap International
Country: Iraq
Closing date: 16 Feb 2014

In 2010, HI started the four-year project “Multi-Stakeholder Initiative (MSI) to improve access to rehabilitation services in Kurdistan Region”, working with various rehabilitation centres in Kurdistan. This pilot initiative, whose first phase ended at the end of 2013, will now enter into a new 4-year phase, while expanding its geographical coverage to the three Governorates of Kirkouk (South of Sulaymania), Missan and Basrah (Southern Iraq).

This new phase will consist in the implementation of the two following complementary projects:- “Mobilising local communities and stakeholders to improve access for persons with disabilities in Iraqi Kurdistan” funded by the Luxemburg MoFA for a period of 48 months;- “Towards a greater participation of persons with disabilities and their representative organisations in Iraq’s development process” funded by the European Commission for a period of 36 months.

General mission: within the mission and projects teams, in close collaboration and coordination with the Regional Technical Unit (RTU), and with respect to the functional link existing with the RTU, as “Rehabilitation and Inclusion” Projects Technical Advisor (R&I PTA), you are responsible to ensure that Handicap International’s technical policies, methods and approaches in her/his sectors(s) of professional competencies are implemented with highest quality at projects level .

Responsibility 1: Provide the appropriate technical support to the organization and implementation of all project activities

Responsibility 2: Monitor, evaluate and support the development of technical capacities of HI staff and partners involved in project activities

Responsibility 3: Monitoring and reporting

Responsibility 4: Capitalization work

Responsibility 5:Provide accompaniment in the definition and implementation of the programme’s pluri-sectorial approach or national policies and strategies

Regarding the security environment, the Kurdistan Region has been the safest part of Iraq, escaping much of the violence that raged the rest of the country since the fall of Saddam Hussein in 2003. In 2013, one bombing in Erbil and one in Suleymaniah took place, targeting government buildings or officials. The rest of Iraq, and notably the other project’s areas of intervention (Kirkuk, Basrah and Missan governorates) have been the theatre of important violence, leading to the remote management of our project in Missan governorate. A security mission will be organise in the first quarter of 2014 to assess the security situation and update the security guidelines accordingly.

The position is part of the regional program and might require trips to other countries of the region in which HI Middle-East Regional Programme operates

Collective accomodationDue to security, the position is non accompanied

•Advanced degree in occupational therapy, physiotherapy or equivalent•Minimum 2 years experience in development or post crisis environment •Experience and/or training in rehabilitation, inclusive development, CBR or related fields•Strong interest in Disability rights and Advocacy, and support to Civil Society •Experience under specific security conditions (cf. south Iraq secu conditions)•Strong ability to work autonomously, combined with a high level of team approach and efficient reporting to the management •Excellent communication & diplomatic skills are essential to ensure cohesion with the other project staff and partners•Fluent English

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS: Salary: 2150-2400€ gross salary/month + 457 Euros net/month expatriation allowance + 50% of the medical cover taken in charge by HI + repatriation insurance OrVolunteer: 750 or 850 Euros monthly indemnity + living allowance paid on the field + accommodation + 100% of the medical cover taken in charge by HI + repatriation insurance

How to apply:

By this link: http://hi.profilsearch.com/recrute/fr/fo_annonce_voir.php?id=285&idparte... or By our website: www.handicap-international.fr