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Top Jobs Posted May 22, 2013
MONITORING AND EVALUATION MANAGER
NEW YORK, NY
UMCOR is seeking a Monitoring and Evaluation Manager in New York. Working with
staff of the International Programs unit as well as the Executive Secretaries of
Monitoring and Evaluation for UMCOR and Global Ministries, the Monitoring and
Evaluation Manager will focus on M&E for UMCOR's international programs in
health, water, sanitation and hygiene, livelihoods, sustainable agriculture, nutrition, and
food security, emergency response, and social and community development. The
Monitoring and Evaluation Manager will identify program evaluation needs and
priorities, establish protocols, analyze and interpret results, and communicate results to
international programs teams and donors. The M&E manager will provide technical
leadership as well as management leadership to field staff to ensure M&E procedures
are followed appropriately. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Acting as primary point of
contact for HQ M&E technical assistance including providing in-country support on
country or program specific M&E needs and ongoing remote support. Assisting the
field in the identification of evaluation needs and supporting the design and
implementation of practical tools. Aligning this support and tool development with
agency-wide efforts in M&E and Performance Management. Providing support to
proposal development, particularly during the logframe and design discussions. Design
and manage a process for collection of comprehensive data from baseline, mid-term and
conclusion of projects to provide clear monitoring of progress to achieving goals and
objectives. Develop and maintain systems to analyze information on inputs, outputs,
outcomes and impact of the program with efficient feedback loops. Responsible for
developing and tracking appropriate indicators for program interventions and
identifying indicators for substantive accomplishments and relevant milestones.
Communicate to all technical staff and partners the process for collection and reporting
of monitoring data, explain the roles of each, and train them on the indicator definitions
and the data collection process and systems. Responsible for ensuring that staff are
adequately trained to conduct M&E activities accurately. Monitor data collection
processes for quality assurance purposes. Travel periodically to the field to check the
quality of the monitoring data by seeing the collection process at work and reviewing
the key concepts in the indicators. Oversee evaluation activities. Ensure compliance
with donor's evaluation policies when applicable. Design learning mechanisms and
reference materials on how to operationalize monitoring systems. QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's in public health, international development, or other relevant social science
preferred. Expertise in monitoring and evaluation of development programming.
International NGO field experience in monitoring and evaluation of relevant program
areas such as health, sanitation, poverty reduction, sustainable agriculture, nutrition, or
food security. Background in overseeing surveys or related quantitative methods.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate and manage staff, and budgeting of M&E activities.
Ability to travel up to 40% including to very low-resource settings. Proficiency in
French preferred. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES: Familiarity with an array of
evaluation tools and methodologies. Field experience in designing and implementing
practical monitoring systems. Proven experience in designing and implementing M&E
activities and indicators, as well as analyzing the data collected. Ability to work closely
with staff to explain M&E processes and how those processes relate to the work of the
project. Ability to assure that individuals and teams adhere to the highest standards of
quality, relevance, and timeliness. Knowledge of change management to facilitate
dissemination and application of lessons learned. Ability to motivate and provide
leadership within the team. Experience at cross-cultural communication techniques. Be
a strong team player and adept at creating a strong team spirit. Awareness of impact
evaluation methodology and research methodology, preferred. Awareness of program
logic modeling, surveying, or other M&E software as well as data analysis programs,
preferred. TO APPLY: If you meet the minimum requirements, submit your cover
letter, resume and complete the position related questions on our website at
http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH07/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=GBGM&cws=1&rid=168.
Applications received by May 31, 2013 will receive immediate review; others will be
reviewed on a rolling basis, with hiring at the earliest possible date. This position will
remain open until filled. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United
States. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. This job will
remain open until filled. No phone calls please. We appreciate your interest in the
United Methodist Committee on Relief.
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TECHNICAL OFFICER, COMMUNITY BASED PRIMARY HEALTH
CARE
NEW YORK, USA
The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) seeks a CBPHC Technical
Officer to provide technical guidance to UMCOR field offices, United Methodist
hospitals and clinics, and grassroots partners around the world in the area of maternal
and child health (MCH) and integrated primary health care initiatives. Essential
Functions: The principal activities of this position include driving the strategic direction
of UMCOR's large-scale CBPHC initiatives for UMCOR. This includes developing
implementation and evaluation frameworks for UMCOR's core health program areas;
and providing technical assistance to UMCOR field offices and grassroots partners for
program performance, grants management and development opportunities. It should be
noted that many of UMCOR's partners are grassroots (with immense potential) and
require significant coaching. Day to Day Operations: Develop and regularly enhance
CBPHC program frameworks in key global health performance areas. Assist field
offices and grassroots partners to feed into, understand and implement health programs
in alignment with developed frameworks. Support partnerships between UMC(OR)
field offices or health boards and large institutional donors, which will include the
facilitation of proposal development, MOUs, program monitoring and technical support
of field teams. Coordinate with Director of Global Health, CBPHC Grants Officer
(small grants) and relevant International Programs Staff to support uniformity across
UMCOR's CBPHC program areas. In collaboration with the Director, provide
communication and reporting materials where the CBPHC programming and
performance is pertinent to fundraising and collaboration. Conduct presentations and
fundraising appeals on behalf of UMCOR to various supporters, including UMC
congregations, individual donors and external institutional partners. Maintain current
knowledge base and professional network of CBPHC, which includes literature review,
attending conferences and meetings and communicating with peers in the field.
REQUIREMENTS: A minimum of three years of experience in grant management and
program design and implementation in the area of primary health care, specifically with
large donors such as USAID, DFID, European Union, U.N. Agencies and large
foundations. Field-based experience in community-based primary health care grants
and programs preferred. Previous success in cultivating large donors and managing the
grant relationship and cycle. A Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a related field: Public
Health, Medicine, Nutritional Sciences preferred, though with adequate experience,
Public Administration, Development, International Policy or Relations, etc. would be
considered. Up to 30% time dedicated to travel. Desired Skills: Significant capacity in
health program technical framework design. Strong organizational, writing and
communication skills. Ability to teach and coach grants and program management at
the grassroots and field levels (capacity building). Should be able to work
independently while being a strong team player. Should have the ability and interest to
work with a multi-ethnic team in a culturally appropriate manner. Must have the
capacity to develop a sound grant management and evaluation system. Skilled at
presenting complex yet concise reports to a large and variant group of stakeholders.
Language skills, particularly in Portuguese, French and/or Spanish desired. TO
APPLY: If you meet the minimum requirements, submit your cover letter, resume and
complete the position related questions on our website at
http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH07/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=GBGM&cws=1&rid=163.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications received by
May 31, 2013 will receive immediate review. All others will be reviewed on a rolling
basis, with hiring at the earliest possible date. This job will remain open until filled.
No phone calls please. We appreciate your interest in the United Methodist Committee
on Relief. The General Board of Global Ministries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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FINAL PERFORMANCE EVALUATION, MCH/FP/RH TECHNICAL TEAM
MEMBER APHIAPLUS
NAIROBI/COAST, KENYA
MSI's national Team Member shall work closely with the Evaluation Team to conduct
a final Performance Evaluation of the APHIAplus Nairobi/ Coast program. Findings
and recommendations will inform USAID, the GOK and other stakeholders on what has
worked, what has not worked and why. Recommendations will also shape strategies,
approaches and activities for the follow-on program design. The period of performance
of this task order will start on May 27, 2013. The evaluation will take place in Nairobi
and Coastal regions where the APHIAPlus program has been operating. This is a local
position. Only Kenyan Nationals are eligible to apply. Responsibilities: The team
member will work under the stewardship of the Evaluation Team Leader to conduct the
evaluation. The main objective of this final evaluation is to assess the performance of
the APHIAPlus Nairobi/ Coast Project. The specific objectives are: To conduct an in-
depth qualitative assessment of technical and management approaches, coordination
with host country and other stakeholders and support to country health systems. To
conduct a quantitative review of project achievements based on assigned targets in
HIV/AIDS, FP/RH and Child Survival activities. QUALIFICATIONS: A Master's
Degree in public health, health sciences, or related field; a PhD, or advanced clinical
degree is a plus. 5+ years of professional experience in implementing and/or managing
MCH/FP/RH programs in Africa, with some M&E experience. Experience working on
USAID health-related evaluations and development projects. In depth understanding of
high-impact health interventions and health system strengthening. Demonstrated
written communications skills, especially in drafting evaluations, assessments and
reports, required. Familiarity with USAID Forward quality evaluation standards and
requirements. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be
contacted. No phone calls, please. TO APPLY: please visit our website:
www.msiworldwide.com.
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PUBLIC HEALTH TECHNICAL ADVISOR FOR HEALTH EXTENSION
WORKER
NAMIBIA
There is an opening for a Public Health Technical Advisor for Health Extension Worker
in Namibia. Salary range: Up to $635 daily, depending on salary history; Open period:
May 21 - 29, 2013; Performance dates: On/about June 10 thru Sept. 10, 2013 (90 days
w/ possible 3 mos extension); Position reference: 10127. Background: The primary
purpose of this short-term technical advisor in Health Extension is to provide technical
assistance to the Ministry of Health and Social Services Directorate of Primary Health
Care to plan for and implement the scale-up of the Namibian Health Extension
Program. Since 2009 the Namibian Ministry of Health and Social Services (MOHSS)
initiated a series of public health reforms aimed at improving access to affordable and
quality health care and social welfare services by all Namibians. This includes a
provision for innovative approaches to task shifting including the use of Community-
based Health Extension Workers (HEW) to mitigate the shortage of health care workers
which poses major challenges and distance to effective health service delivery,
particularly in rural and remote areas. In 2013 the MOHSS intends to expand the
program to multiple regions and requires technical assistance to support planning,
coordination, supervision, monitoring and evaluation functions. Scope of Work: The
Health Extension Consultant will provide technical assistance to MOHSS as required to
assess, revise and strengthen implementation planning for the scale up of the Namibian
Health Extension Program. The Consultant will be hosted at the organization's offices
in Windhoek, Namibia and will travel to regional program sites on a regular basis to
support HEP activities. Routine travel to the Kunene 800 km north - west of Windhoek
is required. During the consultancy, it is expected the incumbent will spend 50% of
their time in the field, including potential travel to other regions at the request of the
Ministry of Health and Social Services (MOHSS). Technical assistance activities are
expected to include day-to-day engagement with MOHSS and non-governmental
organization personnel to establish, review and revise protocols, studies and tools to
strengthen operations, planning, monitoring, reporting in addition to site-level
assessment of activities. Responsibilities require knowledge of Health Extension and
the Namibian community-based public health context. Illustrative Activities may
include, but are not limited to: Working in collaboration with the USAID Implementing
Partners, s/he shall: Provide technical assistance to the MOHSS Directorate of Primary
Health Care, Regional Health Management Teams and District Health Offices to plan,
coordinate and facilitate the scale-up of HEP. Conduct regional and district level field
trips and activities to support the planning and implementation of HEP. Participate in
HEP trainings as required as an instructor or facilitator. Skills, and Level of Effort
(LOE): One international contractor with the following qualifications and experience:
Must possess advanced degree in community or public health, with five years of
experience with significant experience in primary health care and community health
initiatives. Excellent knowledge of latest developments on community health,
community participation, health systems strengthening. Previous experience supporting
health extension workers is desirable. Deliverables and Products: Technical assistance
plan to be developed in consultation with USAID Implementing Partners and submitted
within ten working days of starting the STTA outlining proposed activities for the
duration of the initial 90 day contract with reference to Illustrative Activities and
Deliverables. (Approximately three pages in length plus annexes). Standardized field
visit reports outlining technical activities (coordination or monitoring activities,
achievements and challenges) to strengthen the implementation of HEP in Kunene and
expansion regions as appropriate. Final report documenting progress against the
Technical Assistance plan, achievements and challenges. Relationships and
Responsibilities: The Consultant will receive day-to-day supervision by a USAID
Implementing Partner in consultation with the designated USAID Activity Manager.
The designated USAID Activity Manager is the USAID/Namibia Strategic Information
Program Assistant who will support the USAID/Washington Contracting Officer
Representative. TO APPLY: Write Position #10127 on the subject line. Please submit
a CV and cover letter summarizing relevant expertise and experience to
Consulting@usaid.gov. Please also include a list of references and salary history
utilizing Form AID 1420-17 as part of your application. The form can be found at
http://www.usaid.gov/forms. Only finalists will be contacted. No telephone inquiries,
please.
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PUBLIC HEALTH MEDICAL DOCTOR, TECHNICAL CONSULTANT FOR
HEALTH EXTENSION WORKER PROGRAM
NAMIBIA
There is an opening for a Public Health Medical Doctor, Technical Consultant for
Health Extension Worker Program in Namibia. Salary range: Up to $635 daily,
depending on salary history; Open period: May 21 - 29, 2013; Performance dates:
On/about June 10 thru Sept. 10, 2013 (90 days w/ possible 3 mos extension); Position
reference: 10128. Background: The primary purpose of this short-term medical
technical advisor in Health Extension is to provide technical assistance to the Ministry
of Health and Social Services Directorate of Primary Health Care to plan for and
implement the scale-up of the Namibian Health Extension Program. In Namibia the
under-five and maternal mortality rates which were declining in the 1990s have now
increased to 69/1,000 and 449/100,000 live births respectively in 2006 largely as a
result of HIV/AIDS and its impact on the health system. While progress has been made
in increasing coverage of interventions that could substantially have an impact on health
MDGs, increased efforts need to address the demand for services especially in reaching
hard to reach communities and households. The Consultant will be hosted at the
organization's offices in Windhoek, Namibia and will travel to regional program sites
on a regular basis to support HEP activities. Routine travel to the Kunene 800 km north
- west of Windhoek is required. During the consultancy, it is expected the incumbent
will spend 50% of their time in the field, including potential travel to other regions at
the request of the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MOHSS). Scope of Work:
The Health Extension Consultant will provide technical assistance to MOHSS as
required to assess, revise and strengthen implementation planning for the scale up of the
Namibian Health Extension Program. This position requires a medical doctor and a
candidate knowledgeable about implementing health extension worker programs in
other countries. Technical assistance activities are expected to include day-to-day
engagement with MOHSS and non-governmental organization personnel to provide
supportive supervision, review and revise protocols, studies and tools to strengthen
operations, planning, monitoring, reporting in addition to site-level assessment of
activities. It is essential that a strong bi-directional referral system from the health
center to the community is established under this consultancy. Responsibilities require
knowledge of Health Extension and the Namibian community-based public health
context. Working under the technical guidance of USAID and MOHSS, Directorate of
Primary Health Care, the incumbent will work in close coordination with the
Programme Manager - CBHC, the Steering Committee of the HEW system, the
Regional Health Directorate and the District Health Supervisor, USAID implementing
partners and others. The STTA will be responsible for pooling together all the various
planning and initial implementation components as well as harnessing all energies and
resources in the district and community level. Skills, and Level of Effort (LOE): One
international contractor with the following QUALIFICATIONS and experience: Must
be medical doctor with over 10 years of experience working in Africa. Over 5 years'
experience in community based health care and in coordinating and managing health
and social services at sub-national level. Excellent knowledge of latest developments on
community health, community participation, health systems strengthening. Previous
experience supporting health extension workers is desirable. Deliverables and
Products: Will provide strategic support to the Ministry of Health and partners to follow
through on supportive supervision, mentoring, coaching, materials adaptation and
development as well as training process. Establishment of a bi-directional referral
system between the community and the health facility. Ensure quality assurance and
monitoring and evaluation activities are undertaken. Other objectives to be
accomplished will include identification, selection, recruitment and deployment support
for the HEW system to support the Regional and District Health Directorates in the
planning, coordination and implementation of the health extension pilot project. The
specific tasks are to: Provide supportive supervision to the Health Extension Workers
(HEWs) in the Kunene District; Ensure linkages between the health center and the
community where the HEWs are operating; Identify suitable structures for the
coordination, management and supervision of the Health Extension Workers; Ensure
the supply-chain and logistics are functioning optimally; Evaluate and document the
successes, constraints and impact of the HEW pilot project; Provide advice on a
framework for national roll out of the HEW system nationally; Meet with senior
officials at the national and regional levels. Relationships and Responsibilities: The
Consultant will receive day-to-day supervision by a USAID Implementing Partner in
consultation with the designated USAID Activity Manager. The designated USAID
Activity Manager is the USAID/Namibia Strategic Information Program Assistant who
will support the USAID/Washington Contracting Officer Representative. TO APPLY:
Write Position #10128 on the subject line. Please submit a CV and cover letter
summarizing relevant expertise and experience to Consulting@usaid.gov. Please also
include a list of references and salary history utilizing Form AID 1420-17 as part of
your application. The form can be found at http://www.usaid.gov/forms. Only finalists
will be contacted. No telephone inquiries, please.
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CHIEF OF PARTY, FATA-KP HEALTH PROGRAM
PAKISTAN, PESHAWAR OR ISLAMABAD
Save the Children is seeking a Chief of Party, FATA-KP Health Program in Peshawar
or Islamabad. USAID's Federally Administered Tribal Areas-Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
(FATA-KP) Health Program has a goal of improving maternal and child health
outcomes in four agencies of FATA (North and South Waziristan, Mohmand and
Bajour) and seven districts in Malakand Division, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Province
over a period of five years (2012-2017). Save the Children is the lead implementing
partner on the FATA-KP Health Program and manages the program from its Peshawar
office. The FATA-KP Health Program Chief of Party is responsible for the overall
strategic direction and technical and managerial oversight for the program. S/he will
oversee the administration of the program, will deploy all financial, technical, and
human resources, and will manage and supervise the implementation of all agreed upon
strategies and plans. Critical to the position's success is the COP's ability to be a leader
and to motivate colleagues to a high level of performance. The COP is responsible for
maintaining the morale and effectiveness of the FATA-KP Health Program staff and
ensuring that USAID/Pakistan's goals for the program are met. REQUIRES: Public
health professional with advanced degree (MPH, PhD or DrPH) or equivalent
combination/ blend of training and experience. At least 10 years of direct experience in
MNCH/FP policy development, program planning, implementation and/or evaluation in
a developing country setting. Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-
intervention health development programs in collaboration with national health
ministries and international partners. Familiarity with the MNCH/FP interventions that
will be the focus of this project. Prior experience working with Pakistan's public health
system. Proven ability to develop highly effective teams of public health professionals
and a supportive and empowering management style. Proven experience working in
politically sensitive and complex environments. Excellent interpersonal and
communication skills, including the ability to work effectively with a culturally and
linguistically diverse team of staff, consultants and counterparts. Excellent writing and
presentation skills. English fluency (verbal and written) required. Pakistani national.
TO APPLY:
https://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH07/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=SAVETHECHILDREN&c
ws=1&rid=1673 or go to www.savethechildren.org and search Careers. Save the
Children is the leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in
over 120 countries, including the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the
way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives
by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. Each year we reach
tens of millions of children in need in the United States and around the world. Join our
dedicated and diverse staff committed to improving the well-being of children. Save
the Children provides an attractive benefits package including competitive salaries, a
matching retirement plan, health and welfare benefits, life insurance, an employee
assistance program, generous time off and much more. Save the Children provides
equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, sexual orientation,
national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, or status as a veteran. Save the
Children complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in
employment.
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TECHNICAL ADVISOR III: SENIOR MONITORING AND EVALUATION
ADVISOR
JAKARTA, INDONESIA
The Global Health Fellows Program II (GHFP-II) seeks a Senior Monitoring and
Evaluation Advisor (GHFP II-P2-074), based in Jakarta, Indonesia. Assignment: 2 year
fellowship. GHFP-II is a five year cooperative agreement implemented and managed
by the Public Health Institute in partnership with CDC Development Solutions and
Management Systems International. GHFP-II is supported by the US Agency for
International Development (USAID). GHFP-II's goal is to improve the effectiveness of
USAID health programs by addressing the Agency's immediate and emerging human
capacity needs. The Senior Advisor will provide ongoing technical assistance to the
National AIDS Commission (NAC) to strengthen the capacity of NAC to effectively
manage the performance of grant awardees, to gather and analyze data for decision-
making and policy development for HIV/AIDS strategies at the national and sub-
national levels, and provide technical assistance and guidance to implementing partners,
including the provincial and district level NAC offices. The Advisor will be located at
the NAC offices, and provide ongoing mentoring of NAC M&E staff, lead the design of
standardized monitoring and reporting tools for NAC to monitor the performance of
grants under the Indonesia Partnership Fund for HIV/AIDS (IPF), and report on
program performance and the contribution of approaches to stakeholders and donors,
including the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, TB and Malaria and USAID. For a full
listing of roles and responsibilities please go to https://www.ghfp.net/recruitment/.
REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree in public health, epidemiology, biostatistics,
demography, social or behavioral science or a related field. Minimum ten years'
progressively responsible experience in public health programming, with at least three
to five years' experience in an international or resource challenged setting. Ability to
provide leadership and make decisions regarding monitoring and evaluation approaches
and HIV/AIDS standards and norms. Demonstrated, comprehensive understanding of
public health prevention and community-based health care initiatives, including
program design, implementation and evaluation in HIV/AIDS. Ability to apply policy
directives to activity design, implementation and monitoring and evaluation. Ability to
analyze problems/ situations and plan, design and carry out project studies and to
conceptualize, develop and implement new strategies/ initiatives. Excellent
interpersonal, facilitation and teambuilding skills/ experience. Strong working
competency in computer applications to develop data bases and carry out statistical
analysis. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with
senior government officials, international organizations, multilateral and bilateral
agencies, implementing partner chiefs of mission, and the local partner community.
Excellent written and oral communication skills. Knowledge of or ability to learn
Bahasa Indonesian preferred. Ability to obtain medical clearance to live and work in
Indonesia; US Citizenship or permanent residence required. TO APPLY: All applicants
are required to apply for this position through GHFP-II's online recruitment system at
https://www.ghfp.net/recruitment/, which allows you to store your CV, profile and
biodata 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 June 5, 2013. Applicants who have
applied previously have been given consideration and need not re-apply. We are proud
to be an EEO/AA Employer.
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CONSULTANT FOR THE INTEGRATION OF GENDER ISSUES INTO
LEADERSHIP, MANAGEMENT, AND GOVERNANCE ACTIVITIES WITH
THE MINISTRY OF PUBLIC HEALTH
KABUL, AFGHANISTAN
Management Sciences for Health is seeking a Consultant for the Integration of Gender
Issues into Leadership, Management, and Governance Activities with the Ministry of
Public Health. Funded by USAID, the 5-year (2011-2016) Leadership, Management
and Governance Project (LMG) collaborates with health leaders at all levels to improve
leadership, management and governance practices to create stronger health systems and
improve health for all, including vulnerable populations worldwide. The LMG
technical approach has four main pillars including senior leadership and governance;
local ownership for local results; knowledge exchange and measurement and gender
equity. This LMG Afghanistan (LMG-AF) project is a field support buy-in to the LMG
project which aims to further strengthen the capacity of the Afghan Ministry of Public
Health (MoPH) to lead, manage and govern the scale of access to and quality of the
Basic Package of Health Services (BPHS) and the Essential Package of Hospital
Services (EPHS), particularly for those at highest health risk. The project will also
continue to support capacity building of the Ministry of Education. This LMG project
builds upon the strengths and successes of the Tech-Serve project to promote enhanced
performance improvement; to develop senior leadership and governance capabilities
using participatory processes and gender-aware approaches that enable health leaders
and policy-makers to address their own challenges, and achieve results; to build and use
evidence-based approaches by generating and disseminating evidence that shows how
improved leadership, management, and governance contribute to health gains and to
leverage partnerships through public and private investments in leadership, management
and governance for greater health gains. In particular, this project in Afghanistan will
move forward with the on-budget process while continuing ongoing activities from the
HSSP and Tech-Serve projects. MSH will continue to work with the MoPH, MoE, and
USAID to help ensure that the teams of local professionals embedded within the MoPH
and MoE units are ready to move on-budget, and that the systems, procedures and
conditions are in place at both ministries to directly receive USAID funding. The
purpose in progressing to an on-budget approach is to gradually handover activities
being funded and/or implemented by LMG and/or other implementing partners to the
MoPH. LMG-AF uses a technical capacity building approach which has four main
pillars: (1) senior leadership and governance; (2) local ownership for local results; (3)
knowledge exchange and measurement; and (4) gender mainstreaming through a shared
partnership with the MoPH. Senior leaders within the MOPH will be supported through
a Senior Leadership Program, which aims to build skills in leadership and assist in the
application of new skills to systems development activities in the MOPH. Additionally,
LMG-AF will work closely with the Management Leadership Development Directorate
in the MOPH to institutionalize leadership development initiatives across the MOPH.
This will include the provision of support to train facilitators in the Leadership
Development Program Plus (LDP Plus) and to roll out the LDP-Plus across MOPH
directorates. District and provincial systems strengthening activities aim to enhance the
ability of the Provincial Liaison Directorate to effectively oversee decentralized health
service delivery across the country. The PLD is being supported to incorporate
governance measures into the Provincial Core Functions Assessment process, to ensure
that governance capacity is both strengthened and monitored. Governance guides for
Provincial Public Health Coordination Committees (PPHCC) and District Health
Coordination Committees (DHCC) are being developed and field tested. The goal is
that materials of this nature can be rolled out nationally to assist PPHCCs and DHCCs
in the exercise of their responsibilities to oversee health service delivery. LMG-AF also
provides support in several program areas to strengthen the implementation of the Basic
Package of Health Services (BPHS) and Essential Package of Hospital Services (EPHS)
across the country. Specifically, the project includes support for community based
health services, in-service training initiatives to strengthen capacity of health care
workers, community health nursing education, and child and adolescent health.
Additionally, LMG-AF provides support to 14 National and Specialty Hospitals to
facilitate their transition to more autonomous functioning. This includes tailored
capacity building activities to strengthen financial, procurement, human resources, and
administrative management systems. Considering that the LMG-AF project focuses on
vulnerable populations, including women, gender is a critical cross-cutting theme that is
important to address in all program areas. The Health for All Afghans document
includes a goal that 30% of staff of health facilities be female (including at decision-
making levels), and that women and men have equal access to health services that are
free of discrimination and address gender-based violence and mental health. To support
this goal, the LMG Afghanistan project includes a focus on gender in all components.
OBJECTIVES OF THE CONSULTANCY: Conduct a situational analysis of gender
equity and mainstreaming in Afghanistan. Facilitate the development of collaboration
opportunities for the LMG-AF project and other partners in Afghanistan who are
working on gender issues. Identify mechanisms through which the LMG-AF project
can address gender inequality and mainstreaming through its leadership and
management interventions. Support the development of leadership development
opportunities for women leaders in Afghanistan's health system. KEY
QUALIFICATIONS: Master's or PhD in public health, international affairs, or other
relevant subject. Expertise and 10+ years of experience working on gender issues in
health care programming. Familiarity and experience in working on gender issues with
Muslim communities. Specific experience in Afghanistan is a plus. Familiarity with
the Afghanistan Health System. A person with good degree of education in Islam who
knows the practical relation of Islamic principle and practice of religion by the families
in Afghanistan. An individual who can create a healthy environment with the people
he/she is interviewing and be able to gain the trust of interviewee to remain open for
discussion. LEVEL OF EFFORT (LOE): Carrying out this consultancy will take
approximately 20 person days. LOE may also include: Any preparation work prior to
travel to Afghanistan. Travel to and from Kabul for workshops, meetings, and other
activities requiring country presence. Any follow-up work necessary. TO APPLY: The
applications deadline is 6/14/2013. Interested candidates should email their resumes
directly to: Jessica Golden (jgolden@msh.org).
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RESEARCH AND METRICS ADVISOR
WATERTOWN, MA
Pathfinder International is seeking a Research and Metrics Advisor in Watertown.
Pathfinder International is a global leader in sexual and reproductive health. We place
reproductive health care at the center of all that we do - believing that it is not only a
fundamental human right, but is critical for expanding life opportunities for women,
families, communities, and nations, and paving the way for transformations in
environmental stewardship, decreases in population pressures, and innovations in
poverty reduction. Pathfinder provides women, men, and adolescents with a range of
quality health services - from contraception and maternal care to HIV prevention and
AIDS care and treatment. Pathfinder strives to strengthen access to family planning,
ensure availability of safe abortion services and post-abortion care, advocate for sound
reproductive health policies, and, through all of our work, improve the rights and lives
of the people we serve. Program Overview: Pathfinder's Research and Metrics Unit
(RMU) provides technical assistance to field offices to design project evaluation plans,
operations and other research studies, survey protocols, including sample and
questionnaire design, and ensures adherence to ethical data collection standards. When
requested, RMU staff members also review proposals from consultants for survey
implementation and other data collection activities. The focus is on data-based
evaluation for program learning. Metrics are standards of measurement and the term
'metrics' reflects the role the Research and Metrics team plays, both at HQ and in the
field, in providing data for monitoring performance and progress. The team's expertise
lies in developing methods, measures and tools to enable programs to collect
meaningful data - data that are valid, reliable, and useful. All of these efforts aim to
provide program managers with high quality data that can inform their decisions. The
Research and Metrics team is multidisciplinary with expertise in sociology,
demography, epidemiology, biostatistics and qualitative research methods. Position
Purpose: The Research and Metrics Advisor is responsible for collaborating with other
Unit members to develop and implement Pathfinder's data collection and evaluation
strategy and work plan. His/her main responsibility is to provide direct assistance to
field staff in country offices and projects to ensure that the data collection and
evaluation approach is implemented, developing feasible monitoring and evaluation
(M&E) plans and data collection systems to enable projects to fulfill their performance
management and reporting responsibilities using meaningful data, and provide evidence
for program learning. This involves gaining a full understanding of PI programs with
which he/she works and may involve development of new tools for data collection,
communication with other HQ and field staff, planning for and selecting consultants
and providing targeted training as needs arise. S/he is also responsible for collaborating
with other Unit staff to design operations and other research studies. Key
Responsibilities: Works with designated Pathfinder International Country Office and
project staff to: Develop sound M&E plans, including appropriate selection of final
project indicators and data sources, and M&E team work plan to ensure effective
implementation. This may include responding to questions from donors.
Conceptualize, develop and implement an appropriate system for collecting monitoring
and evaluation data to enable the project to report to stakeholders and use data to assess
achievement of goals and objectives. Create and adapt data collection tools, as
appropriate, including monitoring tools and forms, survey questionnaires, key informant
interview schedules, facility assessment and supervision tools, and training materials.
Assist project staff to develop and implement monitoring and evaluation guidelines,
procedure manuals and data management guidelines for their office/ projects. Mentor
project staff to design and/or oversee implementation of project household surveys and
other data collection tasks. This may include developing survey protocols and terms of
reference for consulting firms, critically reviewing consultant reports and other
deliverables, assisting with ethical clearance procedures. The research and metrics
advisor will also work with Unit staff at headquarters to: Develop and implement
Pathfinder's evaluation strategy and related policies, guidelines and standard procedures
for monitoring and evaluating projects. Draft M&E plans for proposals and review
proposals from the data collection and evaluation perspectives. Disseminate Pathfinder
International evaluation policy and standard procedures, as appropriate. Provide
relevant training to Pathfinder staff. Develop other data collection and evaluation
resources and tools for Pathfinder staff. Assist project staff to disseminate information
on Pathfinder project and program evaluations through written reports, conference
presentations and publications. Perform other duties, as assigned. Basic
REQUIREMENTS: An advanced degree in demography, epidemiology, statistics,
social sciences or related field. At least four years of progressively responsible
experience in monitoring and evaluating health/ development projects or equivalent.
Experience living and working in a developing country. Training and experience in
quantitative research methods; training in qualitative methods, health economics, or
methods for costing a plus. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with various
constituencies including donor agencies and local partners. Knowledgeable of special
challenges faced in the developing world in the areas of reproductive health/ family
planning, HIV/AIDS, post-abortion care, adolescent health and service quality
assurance. Experienced user of software packages, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
and at least one statistical software package (EPI-INFO, STATA, SPSS, SAS or
similar). Fluency in both written and spoken English required. Proven ability to work
independently and with attention to detail. Excellent organizational skills and proven
team player. Ability to work well with people from different cultures. Ability to travel
extensively (approximately 35% time). Must be eligible to work in the U.S. Preferred
Qualifications: Experience in health information system strengthening. Experience in
use of data for program management and decision-making. Additional language skills
in French preferred. TO APPLY: To be considered for this position, please apply
online at: http://www.pathfinder.org/about-us/careers/employment-opportunities/.
Pathfinder International is proud to be an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity
Employer.
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SENIOR TECHNICAL ADVISOR, HEALTH
WASHINGTON, DC
Plan International USA is seeking a Senior Technical Advisor, Health who will have
primary responsibility for providing technical leadership and management for Plan
International USA's health portfolio. S/he will work with the Washington DC-based
Health Team and field-based staff to oversee current projects, and contribute to the
development of proposals, publications and technical documents. The Senior Technical
Advisor, Health will invest in strengthening internal systems to ensure effective
implementation of quality health programming and donor compliance. The incumbent
should have substantial experience in all aspects of health to include reproductive
health, HIV/AIDS, maternal health, service delivery and health systems strengthening
programming in a developing country. S/he will engage with Plan's health technical
network and its field staff represents Plan as needed in the global development
community, and a proven track record of working successfully on the generation of new
business for program expansion. Skills and QUALIFICATIONS: Education and
Experience: Professional advanced degree, preferably a MPH or other related degree.
Minimum ten years of experience in Reproductive Health (in particular family planning,
and maternal-child health) and/or HIV/AIDS programming in developing countries.
Demonstrated experience in gender, child and women's issues, and the programmatic
linkages between RH/HIV/AIDS. Significant experience writing proposals and
knowledge of donor funding procedures. Excellent oral communication and writing
skills, interpersonal skills, computer skills and the ability to work in a team setting with
people of different backgrounds. Ability to use initiative and independent judgment,
identify and resolve problems, and strong negotiation skills. Ability to set priorities and
work within deadlines. Ability to travel internationally, up to 35%. French language
skills preferred. TO APPLY: apply with a cover letter and resume through our website
www.planusa.org. Closing date: June 13, 2013.
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CHIEF OF PARTY
SOUTH AFRICA
Chemonics seeks a chief of party for the anticipated five-year South Africa Government
Capacity Development and Support project to strengthen the capacity of the Department
of Social Development (DSD). The project will support DSD in assistance to orphans
and vulnerable children (OVC), addressing the social and structural barriers that
increase their vulnerability to HIV, sexually transmitted infections, and tuberculosis and
specific constraints hampering the health and social welfare system to achieve better
outcomes for OVCs and other vulnerable children, including those affected by child
abuse, neglect, and exploitation. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for
making a difference in the lives of people around the world. Responsibilities:
Implement project's vision and strategy, provide overall technical leadership and
management, and serve as the principal institutional liaison to USAID and DSD;
Prepare all annual work plans, annual budget and expenditure reports, quarterly reports,
and other written reports required by USAID; Supervise a multidisciplinary team;
Ensure compliance with USAID regulations. QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in
management, international development, macroeconomics, public health policy,
development finance, economic policy, social sector applied economics, or a related
field required; Minimum 10 years of relevant development country experience in
planning, managing, leadership, and decision making of similar highly complex social
system strengthening programs; Five years of relevant and diverse experience in
managing and coordinating complex development programs, preferably in South Africa;
Five years of experience as a chief of party/ director and/or deputy chief of party or
deputy director of a large development program of equivalent size and scope, preferably
in South Africa; Management of a U.S. government cooperative agreement or contract,
with at least five years in senior program management, including professional and
support staff supervision; Experience interacting with developing country government
and/or senior-level government officials and/or international organizations; Excellent
communication skills with demonstrated experience in communicating complex
processes to diverse stakeholders, including government officials at the national,
provincial and/or district levels, nongovernmental and civil society organizations, and
donors; Strong interpersonal skills, with proven ability to develop and communicate a
common vision among diverse partners and lead a multidisciplinary team;
Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity. TO APPLY: Please submit a cover
letter, resume and references to SouthAfricaGCDS@chemonics.com. Finalists will be
contacted. Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its
selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national
origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability,
genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit
factors. Apply Here: http://www.Click2Apply.net/6z87b6f
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MEDICAL DIRECTOR FOR CHIRI HEALTH CENTER
ETHIOPIA
Lalmba Association is a small, Colorado-based NGO that operates a Health Center,
Public Health program and orphan programs in the highlands of rural southwest
Ethiopia. We are looking for licensed physicians to serve as Medical Director for the
Chiri Health Center. U.S. licensed Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners may
also apply. Lalmba pays no salary but covers expenses related to travel to/from
Ethiopia, and working and living in Ethiopia, including visas, immunizations, airfare,
room and board, and health insurance. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: The Medical
Director manages and supervises the Chiri Health Center which includes a 15-bed
inpatient ward, a severe acute malnutrition ward, outpatient clinics, antenatal care, a
tuberculosis directly-observed therapy program, HIV/ART program, pharmacy,
laboratory, EPI program, family planning program, and wound care center. The
medical director mentors and provides education to local nurse clinicians and support
staff. In conjunction with local health officials, the medical director coordinates
medical and health activities such as TB defaulter tracing and education, vaccination
campaigns, procurement of meds and supplies, and staff training. QUALIFICATIONS:
Qualified candidates include licensed MDs, PAs, or NPs. A minimum commitment of
one year is required. Training or previous experience in global health is preferred. TO
APPLY: For more information, go to www.lalmba.org or call 303-420-1810. If you are
currently located in the U.S. or Canada, please fill out the application form from our
Volunteer page: http://www.lalmba.org/volunteer_form.html. Please also send a CV and
a statement of interest to Lalmba@lalmba.org.
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PUBLIC HEALTH DIRECTOR, CHIRI HEALTH CENTER
ETHIOPIA
Lalmba Association is a small, Colorado-based NGO that operates a Health Center,
Public Health and orphan-care programs in rural southwest Ethiopian highlands. We
are looking for a volunteer who will oversee the Public Health programs for a period of
1-2 years. Lalmba pays no salary but covers expenses related to travel to/from Ethiopia,
and working and living in Ethiopia, including visas, immunizations, airfare, room and
board, and health insurance. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: The Public Health Director
will provide the leadership for Chiri Health Center's Public Health program, which
includes management of Ethiopian nurses, CHC support staff, and local health
extension workers. The PH Director oversees education for women's and men's
groups, community gardens, malnutrition prevention and education, community TB
education/ prevention/ defaulter tracing, antenatal education, outreach for HIV
voluntary testing and counseling, vaccination support, severe acute malnutrition
evaluation and interventions, latrine promotion, and promotion of safe water systems.
Support for local health extension workers includes reinforcement, education, and
mentoring in remote settings regarding topics ranging from danger signs in pregnancy
and delivery to outpatient identification and treatment of malnutrition.
QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates should have a degree in public health or be a licensed
nurse practitioner or physician assistant. The PH Director should be in good health as
driving and hiking to remote and scenic destinations will be routine. Proficiency with
Word and Excel and management experience is preferred. TO APPLY: For more
information, go to www.lalmba.org or call 303-420-1810. If you are currently located
in the U.S. or Canada, please fill out the application form from our Volunteer page:
http://www.lalmba.org/volunteer_form.html. Please also send a CV and a statement of
interest to Lalmba@lalmba.org.
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PUBLIC HEALTH COORDINATOR, MATOSO HEALTH CENTER
KENYA
Lalmba Association is a small, Colorado-based NGO that operates a Health Clinic, HIV
Treatment Center, Dispensary, Public Health and Education program, orphan programs
and community development programs on the shores of Lake Victoria. We are looking
for a volunteer who will serve as Matoso Clinic's Public Health Coordinator. Lalmba
pays no salary but covers expenses related to travel to/from Kenya, and working and
living in Kenya, including visas, immunizations, airfare, room and board, and health
insurance. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Matoso Clinic's Public Health Coordinator will
provide the leadership and management of Matoso's expanding public health programs.
Responsibilities include mentoring and education of clinic staff and local communities
regarding health topics, ranging from prevention of malaria and schistosomiasis to
follow up and tracking of HIV-exposed infants. The PH Coordinator will refine and
expand mobile clinics which provide antenatal care, postnatal care, well child checks,
voluntary testing and counseling for HIV, and vaccinations. Other activities include
management of outpatient education and treatment of malnutrition, coordination of
school and community education and disease prevention, and community promotion of
sanitation and hygiene. QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates should have a degree in
public health or be a licensed nurse practitioner or physician assistant. The PH Director
should be in good health as driving and hiking to remote and scenic destinations will be
routine. Proficiency with Word and Excel and management experience is preferred.
TO APPLY: For more information, go to www.lalmba.org or call 303-420-1810. If you
are currently located in the U.S. or Canada, please fill out the application form from our
Volunteer page: http://www.lalmba.org/volunteer_form.html. Please also send a CV and
a statement of interest to Lalmba@lalmba.org.
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HEALTH ADVISOR
BALTIMORE, MD
World Relief is seeking a global health professional to join its Health and Social
Development Team to perform the following responsibilities: Provide technical support
to World Relief's global health projects in the areas of Primary Health Care, Maternal
Newborn and Child Health (MNCH), Child Survival projects and related operations
research, Reproductive Health and HIV/AIDS. Countries of current focus include
Burundi, Congo, Cambodia, Haiti, Indonesia, Malawi, Mozambique, Rwanda and
Sudan. Specific technical responsibilities are as follows: Designing project strategies,
developing high quality proposals, writing concept notes and capacity statements and
preparing implementation plans. Monitoring the progress of project activities and
maintaining regular contact with field staff by Skype, phone and e-mail for tracking
project progress to ensure country teams are well oriented to monitoring and evaluation
frameworks and technical reporting requirements. Conducting surveys, which include
survey tools development, training of data collectors, analyzing field data and
presenting survey results. Staying abreast of new developments and innovations in
global health and pursuing opportunities to incorporate these in new projects and
scaling up best practices. Writing and submitting high quality technical reports on
project progress and evaluations for internal and external audience, including donor
reports. Assisting country teams to adopt best practices in global health programming.
Developing materials for website publication to reflect health project achievements.
Representing World Relief at professional conferences and technical forums through
program presentation, publication and networking, as well as through interactions with
the global health sector community including donors, governments, partners, NGOs,
and community leaders. Minimum REQUIREMENTS: Master's in Public Health
(MPH) degree from an accredited institution. At least five years of experience in
designing and implementing global health programs with particular focus on social and
behavior change strategies. Demonstrated technical expertise in several of the
following areas: MNCH, Nutrition, RH, Child Survival, HIV/AIDS, Anti-trafficking
and Water and Sanitation. Proven experience in global health proposal development
evidenced by successful grant awards or contracts from USG and international donors
as well as private foundations, UN, European, and/or government funding mechanisms.
Demonstrated experience in monitoring and evaluating global health projects utilizing
quantitative and qualitative methodologies. At least three years of residential work
experience in developing countries. Experience in working with international NGOs,
partners and key stakeholders including community members, church leaders, MOH,
donor agencies and foundations. Experience in representation with international bodies,
government, and donors. High level of computer proficiency including the use of MS
Office applications. Written and verbal fluency in English and one other language
(French or Portuguese); superb inter-personal, presentation and communication skills;
and cross-cultural sensitivity. Ability and willingness to travel to program countries for
up to 30% of time. Strong commitment to World Relief's Mission and statement of
faith. Supervisor: The Health Advisor is reportable to the Director, Health and Social
Development Team. TO APPLY: Interested candidates who meet the minimum
requirements should submit resume and cover letter by May 20, 2013 through the
World Relief website: http://worldrelief.org/jobs/. No phone calls please. For World
Relief staff strong commitment to the mission vision and values of World Relief is
essential and Christian faith is a prerequisite for employment based upon United States
federal guidelines provided in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Legal
Background in the United States: World Relief is both an equal opportunity employer
and a faith-based religious organization. This means that we conduct hiring without
regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, marital status,
parental status, membership in any labor organization, political ideology, or disability of
an otherwise qualified individual. The status of World Relief as an equal opportunity
employer does not prevent the organization from hiring staff based on their religious
beliefs so that all staff share the same religious commitment.
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CHIEF OF PARTY
UKRAINE
Chemonics seeks a chief of party for the ongoing Strengthening TB Control in Ukraine
project. The project goal is to help decrease Ukraine's TB burden through specific
quality assurance and systems-strengthening measures for routine TB, multi-drug
resistant (MDR) TB, and TB/HIV co-infection services. This requires improving
laboratory diagnostics of TB, building strong adherence to appropriate TB treatment
regimens, implementation of effective management of MDR-TB cases, creation of
effective responses to the growing rates of TB/HIV co-infection, and institutionalizing
international best practices in infection control. We are looking for individuals who
have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
Responsibilities include: Provide overall strategic direction and management for the
project; Promote the project among ministry department heads, relevant Ukrainian
partners, and other TB donors; Ensure timely submission of all contract deliverables;
Supervise technical team to achieve results and manage staff performance; Oversee
quality and cost control, performance monitoring, reporting, and client relations.
QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in health or social sciences, or a related advanced
degree relevant to the field of public health required. Minimum of at least 10 years of
experience designing, implementing, and managing large national, multi-disease,
complex, comprehensive, and multi-site health projects in developing countries.
Strategic vision and leadership skills. Experience interacting with host-country
governments and TB counterparts and TB international donor agencies. Substantive
work experience in Eastern Europe and/or former Soviet countries. Excellent project
management skills. Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity. Fluent in
written and spoken English; proficient Russian and/or Ukrainian. TO APPLY: Send
electronic submissions to UkraineCOP@chemonics.com by June 1, 2013. Please
include the name of the position in the subject line. No telephone inquiries, please.
Finalists will be contacted. In addition, please download and complete Chemonics'
equal employment opportunity self-identification form
(https://www.box.com/shared/6a3rsaexmr2unn6zmmv7) and submit it separately to
EEOselfidentify@chemonics.com with only "Ukraine COP" in the subject line. If you
prefer not to disclose your sex, race, or ethnicity, you may check "I do not wish to
complete the information requested." Thank you for completing the form and
supporting our equal employment opportunity reporting requirements. Chemonics is an
equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment
practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation,
sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age,
membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. Apply Here:
http://www.Click2Apply.net/gxh8mqc.
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PROJECT MANAGER HIV
MUSISO, ZAKA DISTRICT, ZIMBABWE
SolidarMed is seeking a Project Manager HIV in Musiso, Zaka District, Zimbabwe.
Contract Type: Full time (100%) appointment, minimum 3 years. Tasks and
responsibilities: Support the Districts of Zaka and Bikita with quality assurance and
scaling up (decentralization, integration) of HIV and TB/HIV services, including the
piloting of new strategies in accordance with the local health authorities. Coordination
and lead of a local team. Close coordination with the other SolidarMed project
managers in Zimbabwe (maternal health; hospital support). Collaborate with local
community patient group initiatives. Apply scientific evidence, promote lessons
learned, network with research organizations and participate in operational research
programs/ projects. Development of new project phase 2015 - 2019. Coordinate with
authorities and stakeholders. This not a mere clinical position, but we would welcome
participation in ART or PMTCT services 1 or 2 days per week. Administrative tasks
include elaboration of project descriptions, budget control, PCM and reporting. To best
fit into our active, interdisciplinary team we expect the following QUALIFICATIONS:
Physician with strong interest/ degree in public health. Clinical and public health
working experience. Expertise in the area of HIV and TB and in Africa. Sound
management experience, including Human Resource Management and Project Cycle
Management. Strong intercultural sensitivity, communication skills, capacity of
networking, interest in knowledge sharing and scientific exchange. Ability to assume
responsibilities and to work within a team. Fluent English (written, spoken); Good
German is an asset; Solid computer skills; Willingness to live in a rural area of
Zimbabwe. We offer: A fascinating and up to date HIV project in a rural African
setting with more than 9,000 patients on ART. A stimulating environment, linked to
bilateral organizations, research networks, universities and non-governmental
organizations. A motivated team with flat hierarchies. The possibility to capitalize
experiences, network scientifically and participate in conferences. An attractive benefit
package. Rural African setting. Family posting possible, but no international schools
available at place of work. Other: Start of duties: 01 November 2013, with a certain
flexibility. SolidarMed is a medium size NGO, dynamic, flexible and with a clear
vision. It is linked to bilateral organizations, universities, and other NGOs. See also
www.solidarmed.ch. Further information can be obtained by calling Dr. Karolin
Pfeiffer at SolidarMed or sending an email to jobs@solidarmed.ch. Applications are
accepted in electronic format only, and with the reference "SMART Project Manager
Zimbabwe". Please also mention how you heard about the job posting (if internet,
please mention which site). Please send your application with CV (including your age),
a short letter of motivation, and a photo to: jobs@solidarmed.ch. Only short-listed
candidates will be contacted and invited for an interview. Contact: SolidarMed Luzern,
Obergrundstrasse 97, CH - 6005 Luzern, Tel.: +41 / 41 310 66 60, www.solidarmed.ch.
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HEALTH PROGRAM COORDINATOR
MASVINGO, ZIMBABWE
SolidarMed is seeking an economist or public health expert as health program
coordinator. Contract Type: Fixed term appointment (minimum three years). Place of
Assignment: Masvingo, Zimbabwe (with frequent dislocations to the project sites
(currently Zaka and Bikita District) and to Harare and occasional travels to other sites.
Start of duties: 01 November 2013, with a certain flexibility. Purpose of the position:
Direct the SolidarMed program in Zimbabwe and steer its development; Coordinate and
link with partners, donors and stakeholders as well as with SolidarMed headquarters;
Lead policy dialogue, knowledge exchange and promote operational research and
networking; Oversee and lead the institutional development of SolidarMed Zimbabwe;
Coordinate SolidarMed's hospital assistance program in Zaka and Bikita District. The
SolidarMed program: SolidarMed implements a thriving health program in the Districts
of Zaka and Bikita, Masvingo Province. Currently, the program consists of the
following projects: Decentralized HIV and TB diagnosis, treatment and care; Maternal
and Neonatal Health; Hospital assistance Musiso and Silveira Mission Hospitals.
Within its country program, SolidarMed also conducts operational research and informs
public health and policy dialogue. The position comprises both the overall coordination
of the country program and direct implementation of the Hospital Assistance Project
(Musiso and Silveira). Key tasks and responsibilities as Health Program Coordinator:
Assume the overall direction and coordination of the SolidarMed country program;
Orient the institutional and programmatic development of SolidarMed Zimbabwe,
especially for the next program period starting 2015; Represent SolidarMed towards
partners, stakeholders and employees; Ensure the adequate use of project cycle
management tools; Coach and supervise project managers and administrative staff;
Promote public health best practices; Promote operational research initiatives and link
with competence and research networks; Report to SolidarMed headquarters. Key tasks
and responsibilities as Project Manager "Hospital assistance Musiso and Silveira":
Assume the responsibility for the implementation, overall management and further
development of the SolidarMed project "Hospital assistance Musiso and Silveira".
Advise the hospital management teams in collaboration with the Diocese of Masvingo
on the further development of the hospitals within the framework of the national health
strategy. Coordination and effective communication with partners and stakeholders.
Ensure adequate use of project cycle management tools in all aspects. Ensure project
monitoring, work up and share lessons learnt with policy makers, stakeholders, partners
and other hospitals in Zimbabwe. Contribute to the strategic development of the project
and the country programme, and ensure that narrative and financial reports are sent
timely and in good quality to SolidarMed headquarters. To best fit into our
interdisciplinary team, we expect the following QUALIFICATIONS: Economist or
public health expert with working experience in Sub Saharan Africa; Working
experience in a public health context; High social competence and intercultural
sensitivity; Project and team management experience in SSA; Custom to use project
cycle management tools; Experience in management including planning and human
resources management (ideally in hospital management); At least basic knowledge of
principles of operational research; Ability to assume leadership and responsibility in a
team with flat hierarchies; You are dynamic, hands on and develop initiatives; Ability to
live and work in a rural context. Language skills: Excellent English (written and
spoken); German would be an asset. Other: SolidarMed offers an attractive benefit
package, professional development opportunities and stimulating linkages with
competence networks. Rural African setting. Family posting possible, but no
international schools available. SolidarMed is a medium size NGO, dynamic, flexible
and with a clear vision. It is linked to bilateral organizations, universities, and other
NGOs. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and invited for an interview.
Further information can be obtained by calling Dr. Pfeiffer at SolidarMed or sending an
email to jobs@solidarmed.ch. Applications are accepted in electronic format only, and
with the reference "Country Coordinator Zimbabwe". Please send your application
with CV (including your age and a photo) and a short letter of motivation to:
jobs@solidarmed.ch. Contact: SolidarMed Luzern, Obergrundstrasse 97, CH - Luzern
4, Tel.: +41 / 41 310 66 60, www.solidarmed.ch.
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