CHIEF OF PARTY
KATHMANDU, NEPAL
Save the Children is seeking a Chief of Party (COP) who will be responsible for the
overall management and oversight of the project, and will direct activities grouped
under these immediate results and supervise the senior project teams to ensure that
resources are engaged in a timely manner, that project implementation moves forward
according to plans and that capacity building at the district and community levels are
sustained. Other responsibilities include: Serve as main point of contact with USAID
Mission, subgrant partners, government authorities and other stakeholders. Provide
effective guidance and support to technical members of the in-country management
teams and short–term technical consultants. Negotiate work plans; interface with
donors, ministries, other development partners. Develop terms of reference and
identify technical assistance sources. Facilitate senior-level policy and technical
dialogue with the Ministries of Health (MoHs), other Ministries and International
Partners. Assist USAID with effective use and coordination of USAID resources.
QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate degree in public nutrition or health, public
administration, or related nutrition disciplines. Minimum of 10 years experience
implementing and/or managing public health programs in international programs.
Demonstrated success at providing technical assistance to developing country
Ministries of Health. Familiarity with the political, social, and cultural context of
Nepal, prior work experience in Nepal is preferred. Demonstrated expertise in cross-
cutting program areas of training, communications and behaviour change, leadership
and management. Exceptional managerial and operational experience, preferably
managing complex, national/ regional activities involving coordination with multiple
program partner institutions. Recent, prior experience in the management of a long–
term health technical assistance program of a similar size and scope. Experience with
advocacy and institutional development within government and non-governmental
channels. Able to manage changes in programs to accommodate a changing
environment in a conflict and civil unrest situation. Skills and experience in:
negotiation, advocacy, health and nutrition policy development and strategic planning,
information management, public health human resources, decentralization of health
systems and local health planning, managing community participation. Excellent
interpersonal and cross–cultural skills. Knowledgeable of issues influencing
community participation and community-based interventions. Exceptional
communication skills, including technical, written and oral communications skills in
English, Nepali also preferred. Able to thrive in a matrix management setting and scale
up large programs in complex environments. Demonstrated experience implementing
nutrition programs and an in-depth understanding of national and regional coordination
mechanisms. Significant knowledge of USAID regulations and reporting requirements.
Able to work effectively with a wide range of partners with varying interests and
priorities in the fields of nutrition, health agriculture, education and other technical
areas. TO APPLY: Interested candidates should visit our website:
www.savethechildren.org and apply for position # 4885 EOE
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DEPUTY CHIEF OF PARTY
KATHMANDU, NEPAL
Save the Children is seeking a Deputy Chief of Party who will significantly contribute
to the strategic focus and direct implementation of program activities across the region
and will provide technical expertise in key areas of health and nutrition as outlined in
our strategy to promote and drive results in the proposed regional and district areas of
Nepal. The Deputy Chief of Party will ensure that the appropriate systems are in place
to ensure quality assurance, oversee the monitoring and evaluation of program results
and will have sufficient experience to serve as the Chief of Party during absences of the
incumbent. S/he will maintain close liaison with USAID, Save the Children offices, and
partners as needed and will ensure the timely submission of all deliverables to USAID,
including annual work plans and performance monitoring plans. This is a senior
leadership role and will serve as a key member of the project team.
QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate degree in public nutrition or health, public
administration, or related nutrition disciplines. Minimum of eight years of experience
working in relevant public health technical areas (community nutrition, FP/RH, IMCI,
micronutrient supplementation and fortification, maternal and newborn health,
household gardening, small livestock and community food production) and medical
management of severe acute malnutrition. Proven experience setting the technical
direction and providing hands-on support for large-scale nutrition and/or MCH projects.
Familiarity with the political, social, and cultural context of Nepal, prior work
experience in Nepal is preferred. Able to manage changes in programs to accommodate
a changing environment in a conflict and civil unrest situation. Skills and experience
in: negotiation, advocacy, health and nutrition policy development and strategic
planning, information management, public health human resources, decentralization of
health systems and local health planning, managing community participation. Excellent
interpersonal and cross–cultural skills. Knowledgeable of issues influencing
community participation and community-based interventions. Exceptional
communication skills, including technical, written and oral communications skills in
English, Nepali also preferred. Able to thrive in a matrix management setting and scale
up large programs in complex environments. Significant knowledge of USAID
priorities, regulations and reporting requirements. Able to work effectively with a wide
range of partners with varying interests and priorities in the fields of nutrition, health
agriculture, education and other technical areas. Excellent interpersonal skills and
demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in team situations. The ability to
travel extensively to locations within Nepal as required. TO APPLY: Interested
candidates should visit our website: www.savethechildren.org and apply for position #
4884 EOE
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SENIOR NUTRITION SPECIALIST
KATHMANDU, NEPAL
Our consortium of Save the Children and Helen Keller International seeks a highly
experienced Senior Nutrition Specialist to provide quality leadership, technical
guidance and support on key activities under this cooperative agreement in Nepal. The
focus of the program is to improve the nutritional status of women and children under
two years of age using the Essential Nutrition Action (ENA) framework. The ENA
framework utilizes existing nutrition and health activities and structures at the
community and facility level, as well as relevant programs outside of the health sector,
to deliver appropriate and timely nutrition support to pregnant and lactating women as
well as their children under two years of age. This is implemented through a multi-
channel behavior change strategy based primarily on counselling and negotiation
(interpersonal communication) supported by community mobilization and mass media,
and by the Government of Nepal. Please be advised that this position is contingent
upon donor approval of funding and will be an employee of Helen Keller International.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Senior Nutrition Specialist will provide up-to-date,
evidence-based technical guidance and support to the Nepal Country Office INP
Management Team as it pertains to the focus of this program. The Specialist will lead
the development of the strategy and workplan to take the Essential Nutrition Actions to
scale in Nepal, especially in target districts. S/he will ensure the technical quality of
program interventions as well as manage the INP’s field team to implement ENA
activities effectively and efficiently. S/he will work closely with government
counterparts in the Ministry of Health and Population and other relevant ministries and
provide technical support to facilitate alignment of ENA strategies with current
government policy and the National Health Sector Plan 2 (NHSP2). S/he will identify,
and/or research opportunities for capacity building for local partners and will contribute
to the development of the project’s strategic plan, annual work plans, and country plans
and ensure that project documents and reports incorporate the latest technical
approaches and interventions. The Senior Nutrition Specialist will also promote
program learning through sharing of technical information among the staff so that state-
of-the-art approaches are applied consistently across all project interventions. S/he will
also represent the project’s activities to the nutrition community through the
participation in and/or organization of conferences, workshops, and seminars, and
through a range of technical reports, briefs, publications, and presentations. The Senior
Nutrition Specialist will participate in and present on behalf of the project in
appropriate technical meetings and conferences. QUALIFICATIONS: A professional
of global standing preferably holding a doctoral degree in nutrition or public health or
related disciplines. Minimum of ten years of hands-on experience in a developing
country situation managing and implementing nutrition and relevant public health
technical interventions. State-of-the-art knowledge of infant and young child feeding,
micronutrients and woman’s nutrition. Experience implementing integrated nutrition
programs at large scale especially multi-channel behaviour change strategies to promote
optimal behaviours. Hands on experience with the Essential Nutrition Actions
framework preferred. Proven skills in bringing diverse stakeholder groups together for
partner networking at all levels including excellent participatory facilitation skills.
High level of familiarity and state-of-the-art knowledge of nutrition related programs at
the community and facility levels including counselling on infant and young child
feeding, Growth Monitoring/ Promotion, Community Management of Acute
Malnutrition, food fortification, IMCI, and related aspects of Family Planning/
Reproductive Health and newborn health. Experience in homestead food production
including small livestock and community food production preferred. Knowledge of
USAID regulations and reporting requirements preferred. Able to work effectively with
a wide range of partners with varying interests and priorities in the fields of nutrition,
health agriculture, education and other technical areas. The ability to travel extensively
to locations within Nepal as required. TO APPLY: Interested candidates should visit
our website: www.savethechildren.org and apply for position # 291279-604 EOE
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HIV/AIDS COSTING ADVISOR
WASHINGTON, DC
The Public Health Institute is seeking a Technical Advisor Level II: HIV/AIDS Costing
Advisor (GHFP-10-193) in Washington, DC. The Global Health Fellows Program
(GHFP) is a five year cooperative agreement implemented and managed by the Public
Health Institute (PHI) in partnership with the Harvard School of Public Health,
Management Systems International, and Tulane University School of Public Health and
Tropical Medicine. GHFP is supported by the US Agency for International
Development (USAID). The goal of GHFP is to improve the effectiveness of USAID
Population, Health and Nutrition programs by developing and increasing capacity of
health professionals in Washington, DC and overseas. This is accomplished through the
recruitment, placement and support of junior, mid and senior level health professionals;
a diversity initiative focused on providing internship and mentoring opportunities in
international public health to underrepresented communities; and professional and
organizational development activities to bolster USAID’s ability to maximize results
and strengthen its leadership role in global health. The United Stated Government
(USG) has made the fight against HIV/AIDS a top priority, not only for humanitarian
reasons, but because the HIV/AIDS crisis threatens the prosperity, stability and
development of nations around the world. USAID has been, and continues to be, at the
forefront of the USG response in the fight against the HIV/AIDS pandemic, funding
seven billion dollars in activities since inception of its international HIV/AIDS program
in 1986 with programs in nearly 100 countries worldwide. PEPFAR is the largest
commitment ever by any nation for an international health initiative dedicated to a
single disease. In July 2008, the United States Congress re-authorized the PEPFAR
legislation in the amount of $48 billion, $35.4 billion of which is dedicated to
HIV/AIDS services, $3.8 billion to tuberculosis, $4.8 billion to malaria, $1.7 billion to
research and $2.3 billion to training health care workers. The Global Fund will receive
at least $2 billion per year. PEPFAR recognizes health systems strengthening (HSS) as
a key strategy to secure the sustainability of its past and future achievements. PEPFAR's
reauthorization provides an opportunity to strengthen health systems and health policy,
as the USG's and its partners' efforts to combat HIV/AIDS transition from an initial
emergency approach to a more long-term sustainable approach. The PEPFAR II
legislation prioritizes strengthening HIV/AIDS health policies and health systems and
assigns USAID with the complementary task to develop and implement a plan to
strengthen host country health systems and health policies to combat HIV/AIDS.
USAID's HSS program provides support to ensure that developing country health
systems are effective, efficient, and equitable. USAID's assistance in the area of health
systems is an integral part of creating effective basic services in maternal and child
health, infectious diseases and other priority services. The overall objective of USAID's
Bureau for Global Health (GH), Office of HIV/AIDS's (OHA) HSS program is to
provide USAID leadership in building sustainability in the HIV/AIDS response through
investment in health systems. OHA views health systems strengthening as a continuous
process of implementing changes in policies, management arrangements and systems
within the health sector. Health systems strengthening activities may encompass all
levels and will address any of the six building blocks of the World Health
Organization's health system framework: financing, service delivery, human resources
for health, health information systems, pharmaceutical management, and health policy
and governance, including advocacy and civil society participation. OHA works
collaboratively within USAID, with other USG agencies, and with the international
community to implement its HSS vision through coordinating activities, evaluating
programs, developing guidance and supporting countries to ensure the application of
up-to-date health systems development interventions in both the public and private
sectors. Efforts rapidly are increasing to identify and realize potential programming
efficiencies under PEPFAR, and to promote efficient resource allocation within partner
countries’ HIV/AIDS programs. Cost analysis will be undertaken through the FY10
Headquarters Operational Plan in the areas of adult and pediatric treatment, PMTCT,
and counseling and testing. Cost analysis may expand to OVC and other prevention
activities. In fiscal year (FY) 2011, PEPFAR will begin to pilot routine expenditure
analysis activities as a method to update cost estimates more rapidly. These analyses
will begin to yield cross-program area cost data on a more regular basis, and over time
will reduce the need for the type of time-consuming, labor-intensive special data calls
to the field and reviews relied upon for this study. The HIV/AIDS Costing Advisor will
be assigned to the Bureau for Global Health, Office of HIV/AIDS, Strategic Planning,
Evaluation and Reporting (SPER) Division, and will receive programmatic and
technical guidance from the HSS Team Lead. S/he will focus on the economic
evaluation of HIV/AIDS programs and interventions, with primary emphasis on the
generation of information to support efficient resource allocation decisions. Key
technical emphases include costing, cost modeling, cost effectiveness analysis and the
use of cost information. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The HIV/AIDS Costing
Advisor will serve as a member of the HSS Team and the Team’s focal person on
costing activities within the context of PEPFAR and the Global Health Initiative,
advancing OHA's vision for the use of cost information in collaboration with other
technical staff. S/he will: Provide technical assistance to other OHA divisions, USAID
missions and country PEPFAR teams in the assessment, design and implementation of
HIV-related economic evaluations and cost analyses; Liaise with multiple technical
working groups to provide technical support to cost analyses and other economic
evaluation activities; Monitor implementing partners' economic evaluation work in the
field, including fulfillment of a technical advisory role on specific projects as assigned;
Serve as a member of the PEPFAR Finance and Economics Working Group and ad hoc
modeling working group. Serve as a liaison and technical resource to the Office of the
Global AIDS Coordinator (OGAC) and other PEPFAR implementing agencies on OHA-
led and jointly led cost analyses; Participate in the annual PEPFAR Country Operational
Plan technical assistance and review process; Participate in OHA's HSS planning in the
development of PEPFAR's Headquarters Operational Plan; Maintain knowledge of state
of the art economic evaluation practices and serve as a technical resource for OHA,
USAID, and PEPFAR; Serve as a resource to junior team members and other staff in
economic evaluation activities. Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned based
on (a) organizational and programming need and/or (b) the Technical Advisor’s own
interests. REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree or higher in public health, health
management, health economics, health policy, HIV/AIDS or other relevant field.
Minimum five years experience in public health programs or activities with at least
three to five years experience in cost analysis, economic evaluation and capacity
building in developing countries, including research design. Experience in resource
mobilization, research management and implementation, with at least two years
experience in international or resource-poor settings. Demonstrated understanding of
and ability to apply accepted tools, techniques and frameworks for economic evaluation
and cost analysis of HIV/AIDS interventions. High degree of judgment, maturity,
ingenuity and originality to interpret strategy, to analyze, develop and present work and
to monitor and evaluate implementation of programs. Strong leadership and group
facilitation skills. Demonstrated flexibility and openness in responding to changing
work priorities and environment. Demonstrated experience working with a wide range
of development partners, including multilateral and bilateral donors as well as private
foundations and civil society. Demonstrated knowledge of internal processes within the
USG and/or other health sector development partners, (e.g. thematic priorities,
decision-making mechanisms, and preferred funding channels). Experience with global
health partnerships and disease-specific initiatives. Strong interpersonal
communication and writing skills and ability to work with diverse teams. Strong
teamwork, multi-stakeholder collaboration and management skills. US Citizenship or
Permanent Residency required. Salary will be based on commensurate experience and
earnings history. The Public Health Institute offers a comprehensive benefits package
including professional development programs
http://www.ghfp.net/docs/2010_Benefits_for_GHFP_Fellows.pdf. 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 online
applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm Eastern Time September 20, 2010. We are
proud to be an affirmative action employer.
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SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
NYC OR WASHINGTON, DC
EngenderHealth is seeking a Senior Program Manager, Business Development based in
NYC or Washington, DC. The Senior Business Development Manager (SBDM) works
in a dynamic, fast-paced, team-oriented environment to identify, prepare for and bring
to fruition new business opportunities in the public and private sectors. The primary
mission of the SBDM position is to manage the development, finalization and
submission of high quality proposals, letters of interest (LOIs), and concept papers to
bilateral, multilateral, and other donor organizations, as well as strategies and plans for
new business development at the organizational, country, regional and global levels.
The SBDM provides leadership and plays the central role in managing proposal-related
processes and facilitating and overseeing teamwork necessary for development,
harmonization, finalization and submission of all deliverables on assigned proposals,
LOIs and strategies. The SBDM is responsible for ensuring that the final proposal, LOI
or strategy is programmatically sound, responsive to donor guidelines and requirements,
and advances EngenderHealth’s new business and program development priorities. The
SBDM works in close collaboration with the Director of Program Development (PD)
and a dedicated team of program/ new business development and other EH staff, the
Country and Program Support Team, and Human Resource (HR), Finance/ Cost
Application, Grants & Contracts, technical and program staff from across
EngenderHealth’s global and country programs and from partner organizations. This
position is based in New York City or Washington, DC. RESPONSIBILITIES: Gather,
track, synthesize, and disseminate intelligence and other information regarding new
business opportunities in the public and private sectors related to U.S. government and
European donors, foundations, corporations, UN agencies, and other bilateral and
multi-lateral donors. Prepare for and participate in bid/no-bid decisions. Manage the
development, finalization and submission of assigned proposals and other documents,
in coordination with other EngenderHealth staff and partner organizations. This
includes leadership and management of cross-organizational teams and processes for
the development and submission of complex, large-scale prime proposals and sub
proposals. In this role, the Senior Business Development Manager is responsible to:
Manage pre-bid strategy development and planning processes. Manage day-to-day
operations of the assigned proposal team, from initiation of the proposal through
submission. Design, plan, facilitate and follow-up routine and ad hoc proposal team
meetings and partners’ meetings. Work in close collaboration with lead proposal staff,
the Director of PD, the Director of Country and Program Support, lead of the Cost
Application Unit, HR, and/or the V.P. for Programs, ensure the proposal’s technical/
programmatic, organizational, staffing and cost structures will enable EngenderHealth
to effectively implement the program as designed and successfully meet its goals and
objectives if awarded. Work in close collaboration with EH staff to identify potential
national and international partner organizations. Working closely with the Director of
Program Development and/or V.P. of Programs, and assigned leads for the technical
and cost sections, coordinate and support the development of partnering strategies,
initial partner negotiations, and development of Teaming Agreements and/or
Memoranda of Understanding. Serve as a liaison with partner organizations involved in
new business opportunities to assure that positive partnership relations are formed and
that EngenderHealth’s needs and requirements are met and that the other agencies
fulfill their commitments in the proposal development process. Conduct ongoing
partnering negotiations. Write and/or edit and maintain libraries of collateral
documents needed for proposals including: organizational capability statements, past
performance references, staff resumes, job descriptions, background information on the
relevant subject area. Write and/or revise proposal sections such as executive summary,
implementation plans, staffing plans, branding and marking plans, and other sections as
assigned. Contribute to writing in areas of programmatic and/or technical expertise.
Lead and coordinate harmonization of all aspects of the technical and cost applications,
working with the assigned leads for the technical and cost sections of the proposal,
grants and contracts staff, and other staff as assigned. Ensure timely production and
submission of assigned proposals. This includes taking the lead on editing the final
document, providing basic formatting and overseeing additional formatting, and final
production and submission of all sections and cover letters. Manage the post-
submission period, including coordination of best and final offers and facilitating post-
submission debriefings. Coordinate and support the hand-off and transition of awarded
projects to EngenderHealth implementation team(s). Manage and/or participate in
environmental scans for program/ new business development, field-based needs
assessments, and strategy development and planning exercises. Identify needs, trends,
challenges and innovative program/ new business ideas in EngenderHealth’s core and
growth areas of SRH including but not limited to health systems strengthening and
other initiatives in family planning, maternal health, newborn and child health;
HIV/AIDS, obstetric fistula care and treatment, TB, malaria; gender equity and
sensitivity; and youth-oriented services. Develop and cultivate external communication
networks among donors, partners, potential partners, and competitors, to assist the
gathering of information and identification of trends and resources. Manage and/or
contribute to the development of strategies to approach donors for new business/
program development in EH key program areas at country, regional and global levels.
Provide new business, programmatic and technical advice, input and support to develop
and market proposals and strategies. Develop and write other documents as needed for
proposals and marketing of EngenderHealth programs to potential donors. Contribute to
the refinement and use of EngenderHealth’s standard operating procedures for program
and new business development. Stay abreast of technical and programmatic issues in
areas of assignment through research, reading, workshop participation, and field visits
in order to assist in strategic planning, and developing and writing proposals and other
fundraising materials. QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s and/or other advanced degree in
Public Health, International Development, or related discipline. Strong experience with
management of large-scale new business and/or program development. Five or more
years of hands-on proposal experience including managing, developing, writing, editing
and finalizing large-scale, complex proposals. Five or more years in program design
and/or development, management, implementation, and monitoring of USAID and/or
other large-scale donor programs in sexual/ reproductive health, family planning,
HIV/AIDS, maternal health, newborn and child health, obstetric fistula care, gender
equity, youth, or related field. Demonstrated success in securing funds from public
sector donors; success in securing funds from private sector donors is a plus. Five years
experience living and/or working frequently in developing countries preferable.
Exceptional skills and proven ability to manage, motivate, facilitate, and support large
teams and team-based processes for conceptualizing and writing proposals and/or
producing other large-scale, complex program/ technical designs and related
documents/ products. Demonstrated ability to conceptualize, strategize, and plan
programs and projects in SRH. In depth knowledge and understanding of various types
of global health donors including guidelines and rules and regulations of USAID.
Knowledge of CDC and/or, private foundations, corporations, and other donors a plus.
Strong analytical and interpersonal skills. Strong ability to function effectively in
teams, as a member and/or as a leader. Demonstrated team leadership skills and
experience including in team management; group/ meeting facilitation. Strong ability to
concisely synthesize and relay oral and written information, identify next steps, and
guide groups toward decisions and action. Strong change management and results
orientation. Ability to support teams to deal with multiple deadlines. Proven ability to
design, facilitate, and follow-up short and long meetings (strategy development,
partners’ meetings, proposal preparation and management) and other team-based
formats necessary for proposal and other new business development initiatives. Ability
and flexibility to adjust work schedules and priorities to meet proposal deadlines, juggle
multiple assignments, and work in a dynamic, flexible environment. Strong self-
management, judgment and decision making. Ability to provide managerial, new
business and technical support to a wide range of professionals from countries around
the world. Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills. Strong ability to write
compelling proposals and marketing materials tailored to the needs and requirements of
a variety of donors. Proactive in seeking out, synthesizing, presenting and
disseminating information relevant to new business/ program development including
information on new opportunities, emerging needs and trends, innovations, existing
programs/ projects, potential donors and partnerships, and programming/ new business
strategies approaches. Strong programmatic/ technical knowledge of global public
health issues and developing country needs, priorities and trends. Excellent ability to
provide, receive and use guidance and feedback on individual tasks and overall
performance. Ability to travel internationally and domestically up to 25% time.
Proficient in office software (e.g., MS Office, Razor’s Edge). French, Spanish,
Portuguese or other additional language ability helpful. TO APPLY: Please visit the
careers page at www.engenderhealth.org and click on “new york” for location. Then
search for the position title to apply. EngenderHealth provides equal employment
opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to
race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital
status, amnesty, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in accordance
with applicable federal, state and local laws.
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COUNTRY DIRECTOR
ABUJA AND JOS, NIGERIA
HKI’s Africa Region is recruiting a Country Director for Nigeria. Established in 1915
with Helen Keller as a founding trustee, Helen Keller International (HKI) works to save
the sight and lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged. Headquartered in New
York City, HKI offers programs in 21 countries in Africa and Asia as well as in the
United States. The organization combats the causes and consequences of blindness and
malnutrition by establishing programs based on evidence and research. Each year, their
programs directly benefit millions of people, and children are a primary concern. HKI
programs address malnutrition, cataract, trachoma, onchocerciasis, refractive error and
diabetic retinopathy. HKI has nearly 600 staff and a worldwide annual budget of over
$45 million. HKI-Nigeria work began in 1999 with an initial focus on onchocerciasis
control and, in the first year of assistance, about 1 million people were treated. The
current program focuses on child survival, neglected tropical disease, micronutrient
deficiency and food security. We work in partnership with the Ministry of Health at the
Federal and State level, national and international civil society organizations, UNICEF
and regional bodies like WAHO and ECOWAS; to strengthen the National vitamin A
supplementation program, National onchocerciasis control program, food fortification
and infant and young child nutrition. We anticipate expanding into other areas including
nutrition/HIV, nutrition/ food security, bio fortification, policy development and
nutrition capacity development. The Country Director (CD) is responsible for
overseeing the implementation of the HKI-Nigeria program and management of project
personnel to achieve the objectives agreed to in grants and contracts. The CD, in
collaboration with regional and Headquarters staff, is responsible for generating
funding from international and bilateral agencies, corporations, and individuals to
continue and expand project activities in Nigeria. The CD is responsible for
implementing strategic plans to further the overall mission and specific programs of
HKI that meet the evolving needs and conditions in Nigeria. The CD is responsible for
overall program design and proposal development; program implementation and
reporting; grant management; financial planning; and human resource planning and
management. The CD represents HKI in formal and informal meetings with Nigeria
government officials, international donor agencies, and national technical advisory
groups pertinent to HKI project activities. This position is based in Abuja, Nigeria, with
frequent travel to Jos, Central Plateau where HKI has a sub office. In addition, The CD
reports to the Deputy Regional Director for East, Central and Southern Africa, and
closely collaborates with the HKI Africa Regional Office and headquarters staff.
REQUIREMENTS/ QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of a Master’s degree in public
health, nutrition, development or related field, with strong preference given to doctoral
level degree. Minimum 10 years demonstrated experience in program development,
implementation, and evaluation, including strong background in management of
nutrition programs. Demonstrated capacity to mobilize program funding including
donor cultivation and grants writing. Demonstrated ability to manage staff and
administrative and financial activities in developing country programs. Previous
experience in Nigeria or West Africa desirable. Experience in data analysis and
interpretation is highly desirable. Excellent oral and written English, including the
ability to quickly synthesize complex technical and programmatic issues into concise
communications. Demonstrated ability to undertake high-level representation and
advocacy. TO APPLY: The initial contract is for two years with possibility of renewal
depending on funding. Interested persons should submit: (1) cover letter, (2) current
curriculum vitae in English, (3) a short writing sample (2-3 pages) in English to Ms.
Anu Narayan, Deputy Regional Director, at anarayan@hki.org, with a copy to Human
Resources at hkihr@hki.org. Please note CD – Nigeria in the subject line. Applications
will be received until position is filled. READVERTISEMENT- Candidates need not
reapply.
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COUNTRY DIRECTOR
HARARE, ZIMBABWE
HKI is seeking a Country Director for its Zimbabwe program. Established in 1915 with
Helen Keller as a founding trustee, Helen Keller International (HKI) works to save the
sight and lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged. Headquartered in New York
City, HKI currently conducts programs in 21 countries in Africa and Asia as well as in
the United States. HKI is known for sustainability, reliability, efficiency and the
highest level of technical expertise in fighting and treating blindness and malnutrition.
To accomplish its work, HKI builds the capacity of local governmental, civil society
and private sector systems and infrastructure, and promotes the development of
sustained, large-scale programs that deliver effective preventative and curative eye
health and nutrition services. The hallmark of HKI’s work is its proven effectiveness in
developing, testing and scaling-up health interventions, and integrating them within
government and community structures. HKI works with partners around the world to
help meet key provisions of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), selected by
all 191 United Nations member states, as well as VISION2020, The Right to Sight. The
Zimbabwe Country Director represents HKI and is responsible for program oversight
and expansion. The current program focuses on maternal and young child nutrition and
child survival. We work in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Child Welfare,
UNICEF and others to strengthen the national vitamin A supplementation program and
will be developing and implementing a behavior change communication strategy to
mainstream nutrition throughout the DFID funded Protracted Relief Program. HKI
Zimbabwe is a leading technical partner in nutrition and anticipates expanding into
multiple areas to incorporate a nutrition focused Behavior Change Communication
(BCC) strategy and both direct and indirect nutrition interventions into existing health
platforms including: HIV/AIDS programs, food security interventions, IMCI programs,
Community-based Management of Acute Malnutrition (CMAM) programs, and the
Village Health Worker System. In addition, HKI provides technical support for the
development of food fortification policy and programs, nutrition policy development
and the building of nutrition capacity amongst partners and stakeholders. The Country
Director (CD) is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the HKI-Zimbabwe
program and management of project personnel to achieve the objectives agreed to in
grants and contracts. The CD, in collaboration with Regional and Headquarters staff, is
responsible for generating funding from international and bilateral agencies,
corporations, and individuals to continue and expand program and activities in
Zimbabwe. The CD is responsible for implementing strategic plans to further the
overall mission and specific programs of HKI that meet the evolving needs and
conditions in Zimbabwe. The CD is responsible for overall program design and
proposal development; program implementation and reporting; grant management;
financial planning; and human resource planning and management. The CD represents
HKI in formal and informal meetings with Zimbabwe government officials,
international donor agencies, and national technical advisory groups pertinent to HKI
project activities. This position reports to the Deputy Regional Director for East,
Central and Southern Africa, and closely collaborates with the HKI Africa Regional
Office and Headquarters staff. REQUIREMENTS/ QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of a
Master’s degree in public health, nutrition, development, agriculture, management or
related field, with strong preference given to doctoral level degree. Minimum five (5)
years demonstrated experience in program development, implementation, and
evaluation, including strong background in management of nutrition programs.
Demonstrated capacity to mobilize program funding including donor cultivation and
grants writing. Demonstrated ability to manage staff and administrative and financial
activities in developing country programs. Experience in data analysis and
interpretation is highly desirable. Excellent oral and written English, including the
ability to quickly synthesize complex technical and programmatic issues into concise
communications. Demonstrated ability to undertake high-level representation and
advocacy. TO APPLY: The initial contract is for two years with possibility of renewal
depending on funding and performance. Qualified candidates should submit: (1) cover
letter; (2) current curriculum vitae in English; and (3) a short writing sample (2-3
pages) in English, to Ms. Anu Narayan, anarayan@hki.org, noting “CD Zimbabwe” in
the subject heading, with a copy to Human Resources at hkihr@hki.org. The position
start date is October 15, 2010 and applications will be received until position is filled.
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COUNTRY DIRECTOR, BURKINA FASO
OUAGADOUGOU, BURKINA FASO
HKI’s Africa Region is recruiting a Country Director for Burkina Faso. Established in
1915 with Helen Keller as a founding trustee, Helen Keller International (HKI) works to
save the sight and lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged. Headquartered in
New York City, HKI offers programs in 21 countries in Africa and Asia as well as in
the United States. The organization combats the causes and consequences of blindness
and malnutrition by establishing programs based on evidence and research. Each year,
their programs directly benefit millions of people, and children are a primary concern.
HKI programs address malnutrition, cataract, trachoma, onchocerciasis, refractive error
and diabetic retinopathy. HKI has nearly 600 staff and a worldwide annual budget of
over $45 million. HKI started its programs in Burkina Faso in 1986 and opened an
operating office in 1999. HKI supports the Burkina Faso government’s efforts in the
fight against malnutrition by implementing a wide range of activities including Vitamin
A supplementation, food fortification, school health and nutrition, prevention and
management of acute malnutrition, enhanced homestead food production, promotion of
orange-fleshed sweet potatoes production and development of strategies to promote
essential actions in nutrition. HKI also provides technical assistance to the government
in the field of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs). These activities are focused on
supporting implementation of the CHANCE strategy for combating trachoma and
implementation of an integrated community based program against onchocerciasis and
lymphatic filariasis. HKI also supports national eye care programs. HKI is seeking a
Country Director to head operations based in Ouagadougou. The primary
responsibilities are the day-to-day management of the Burkina Faso country office and
program; developing and monitoring the implementation of country strategic plans and
work plans, securing funding for program continuation and identifying opportunities
and funding for program growth. The position requires close cooperation with the
Government of Burkina Faso, partner NGOs, donors and UN agencies. The Country
Director supervises a management team of 4 and oversees a staff of 40. HKI’s program
in Burkina Faso is funded by a number of donors, including, the US Agency for
International Development (USAID), OFDA, the Canadian International Development
Agency (CIDA), the European Union, the Taiwan embassy, and private foundations.
The Country Director (CD) oversees the implementation of HKI country programs and
manages project personnel to achieve the stated objectives in grants and contracts. The
CD is responsible for generating funding from international and bilateral agencies,
corporations, and individuals to continue and aggressively expand project activities, in
response to huge unmet needs in nutrition and eye health. The CD is responsible for
overall program design and proposal development; program oversight to ensure a high
standard and quality of implementation; timely reporting; and grant management, fiscal
planning, and human resource planning. The CD represents HKI in formal and
informal meetings with government officials, international donor agencies, UN
agencies, and national technical advisory groups pertinent to HKI project activities.
The Country Director reports to the Deputy Regional Director for West Africa and
collaborates closely with the HKI Africa Regional Office, based in Dakar, and
headquarters program, development and operational staff. As with all Africa Region
staff, the Country Director may be called upon to provide assistance to other country
offices as needed. REQUIREMENTS/ QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must have at
least seven (7) years of field experience in international public health or nutrition
programs. Experience in, or willingness to learn about eye health programs, in
particular onchocerciasis and trachoma is necessary. Skills should include a
demonstrated ability to: manage a professional team in a multi-cultural environment; a
premium will be placed on interpersonal skills; undertake high-level representation and
advocacy; manage the financial, human resource and administrative resources of
complex, multi-donor programs with multiple sub-offices; lead programs that build
capacity of local Governmental and non-governmental counterparts; lead program
development, implementation and evaluation, including management of large-scale
public health programs; preferably with specific experience in management of public
health nutrition programs; mobilize program funding including donor cultivation and
grants writing; familiarity with USAID policies and regulations are an advantage;
develop and create budgets and monitor financial status; design and implement
workshops, seminars, surveys, monitoring systems and evaluations; proficiently operate
in the following computer programs: Microsoft Suite, EPI-INFO and/or SPSS and
Internet use; analysis and interpret data; travel within country and around the Africa
region or beyond. Additionally, candidates will have: Minimum Master’s degree in
public health, nutrition, or a related field. Excellent oral and written English and
French language skills, including the ability to quickly synthesize complex technical
and programmatic issues into concise communications. Candidates who do not possess
both English and French will not be considered. TO APPLY: The initial contract is for
two years with possibility of renewal depending on funding. Interested persons should
submit: (1) cover letter (2) current curriculum vitae in English (3) a short writing
sample (2-3 pages) in both English and French, to Mr. Douglas Steinberg, Deputy
Regional Director for West Africa at dsteinberg@hki.org with a copy to Human
Resources at hkihr@hki.org. Please note CD-Burkina Faso in the subject line.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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COUNTRY DIRECTOR, GUINEA
CONAKRY, GUINEA
HKI is seeking a Country Director to head operations based in Conakry. Established in
1915 with Helen Keller as a founding trustee, Helen Keller International (HKI) works to
save the sight and lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged. Headquartered in
New York City, Helen Keller International offers programs in 21 countries in Africa
and Asia as well as in the United States. The organization combats the causes and
consequences of blindness and malnutrition by establishing programs based on
evidence and research. Each year, their programs directly benefit millions of people,
and children are a primary concern. HKI programs address malnutrition, cataract,
trachoma, onchocerciasis, refractive error and diabetic retinopathy. HKI has nearly 600
staff and a worldwide annual budget of over $45 million. HKI began programming in
Guinea in 2000 with an initial focus on nutrition. Major activities include mass
Vitamin A supplementation, nutritional screening and surveillance, community based
anemia reduction, food fortification and micronutrient education and training. HKI also
provides technical assistance for national level nutrition surveys, and supports
government efforts to coordinate eye care and nutrition programs. In the past, HKI has
supported communication and behavior change programs for trachoma and
onchocerciasis control. The primary responsibilities include the day-to-day
management of the Guinea country office and program; developing and monitoring the
implementation of country strategic plans and work plans, securing funding for program
continuation and identifying opportunities and funding for program expansion. The
position requires close cooperation with the Government, NGO partners and donor and
United Nations agencies. The Country Director manages a staff of eight. HKI-Guinea
programs are funded by a number of donors, including, the US Agency for International
Development (USAID), OFDA and the Canadian International Development Agency
(CIDA). The Country Director will report to the Deputy Regional Director for West
Africa and collaborate closely with the HKI Africa Regional Office, based in Dakar,
and Headquarters staff. The position will require travel within country and some travel
around the Africa region and internationally. As with all Africa Region staff, the
Country Director may be called upon to provide assistance to other country offices as
needed. The Country Director is responsible for: Implementation of HKI country
programs and manages project personnel to achieve the stated objectives in grants and
contracts; Generating funding from international and bilateral agencies, corporations,
and individuals to continue and aggressively expand project activities, in response to
huge unmet needs in nutrition and eye health; Overall program design and proposal
development; program oversight to ensure a high standard and quality of
implementation; timely reporting; grant management, fiscal planning, and human
resource planning; Representation in formal and informal meetings with government
officials, international donor agencies, UN agencies, and national technical advisory
groups pertinent to HKI project activities. REQUIREMENTS/ QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum eight (8) years of field experience in international public health nutrition
programs. Experience in, or willingness to learn about eye health programs, in
particular onchocerciasis and trachoma is necessary. Demonstrated ability to manage a
professional team in a multi-cultural environment. Demonstrated ability to mobilize
funds, develop and create budgets and monitor financial status, and design and
implement workshops, seminars, surveys, monitoring systems and evaluations.
Proficient in the following computer programs: Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint,
Microsoft Excel and EPI-INFO and be an Internet user. Given the nature of the
position, a premium will be placed on interpersonal skills. Because HKI-Guinea
implements an HKI signature nutritional surveillance system in Conakry, a premium
will be placed on expertise in nutrition and food security data collection and analysis,
vulnerability assessments, and/or surveillance systems. Minimum of a Master’s degree
in public health, nutrition, or a related field. Minimum seven (7) years demonstrated
leadership experience in program development, implementation and evaluation,
including strong background in management of large-scale public health programs;
preferably with specific experience in management of public health nutrition programs.
Excellent oral and written English and French language skills, including the ability to
quickly synthesize complex technical and programmatic issues into concise
communications. Candidates who do not possess both English and French will not be
considered. Demonstrated capacity to mobilize program funding including donor
cultivation and grants writing. Demonstrated successful financial, human resource and
administrative management of complex, multi-donor programs with multiple sub-
offices. Experience in managing USAID-funded projects and familiarity with USAID
policies and regulations are an advantage. Demonstrated experience in data analysis
and interpretation. Demonstrated experience of leading programs that build capacity of
local Governmental and non-governmental counterparts. Demonstrated ability to
undertake high-level representation and advocacy. TO APPLY: Interested persons
should submit: (1) cover letter (2) current curriculum vitae in English (3) a short writing
sample (2-3 pages) in English and French, to Mr. Douglas Steinberg, Deputy Regional
Director at dsteinberg@hki.org with a copy to HKI Human Resources at hkihr@hki.org.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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AFRICA REGIONAL NUTRITION PROGRAM ADVISOR
DAKAR, SENEGAL
The Agency is recruiting an Africa Regional Nutrition Program Advisor. Established in
1915 with Helen Keller as a founding trustee, Helen Keller International (HKI) works to
save the sight and lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged. Headquartered in
New York City, HKI offers programs in 21 countries in Africa and Asia as well as in
the United States. The organization combats the causes and consequences of blindness
and malnutrition by establishing programs based on evidence and research. Each year,
their programs directly benefit millions of people, and children are a primary concern.
HKI programs address malnutrition, cataract, trachoma, onchocerciasis, refractive error
and diabetic retinopathy. HKI has nearly 600 staff and a worldwide annual budget of
over $45 million. In sub-Saharan Africa, under-nutrition is one of the major drivers of
under-five mortality with the estimated attribution from 35% to 55%. Helen Keller
International has established itself as a leader in control of all forms of malnutrition in
the region, with particular expertise in control of vitamin and mineral deficiencies.
Globally, HKI is moving towards consolidating its nutrition and nutrition-related
interventions within an Essential Nutrition Actions (ENA) framework, an integrated
package of nutrition support that encompasses infant and young child feeding, the
control of micronutrient deficiencies, nutrition care of the sick child (including
treatment of acute malnutrition), as well as support to women’s nutrition, and is meant
to be implemented at scale with partners at all levels. Additional issues incorporated
include nutrition interventions for school aged children as well as people living with
HIV/AIDS (PLWHAs). In accordance with HKI’s strategic plan and this vision, rapid
expansion of proven HKI programs is underway, as is further development of promising
program areas. With the growth of HKI’s programs in Africa (currently 13 country
programs with an annual budget of approximately $55 million; approximately 370 staff;
and a number of strategic regional relationships), we have grown the regional team to
better support country programs and regional initiatives. The current Regional
Nutrition and Child Survival Advisor is seconded from the University of California,
Davis, and will be returning to the University beginning November 1, 2010. He will
maintain a part-time role as Senior Scientific Advisor for Nutrition and Child Survival,
including direct oversight for several ongoing field studies. The position of Africa
Regional Nutrition Program Advisor reports to the Vice President and Regional
Director for Africa and to the Senior Scientific Advisor for Nutrition and Child Survival
for special projects. The Regional Nutrition Program Advisor works in close
collaboration with the two Deputy Regional Directors, program and technical staff in
the region and headquarters, and Country Directors. The position is based at the
Regional Office in Dakar, Senegal, with extensive field travel throughout HKI’s Africa
programs. The Regional Nutrition Program Advisor provides overall program vision,
technical input, grant management, planning and guidance on formative supervision for
HKI nutrition programs throughout Africa and is responsible for ensuring positive
donor relations and engaging in strategic partnerships with regional and international
agencies and academic institutions. The incumbent will serve as a catalyst and
technical resource in securing additional resources for HKI’s nutrition programs in
Africa, including writing proposals, and in leading documentation and dissemination of
HKI’s nutrition-related experiences by publishing relevant reports and peer-reviewed
papers in the international scientific literature. The Regional Nutrition Program
Advisor will provide overall technical leadership to a team of nutrition coordinators/
specialists within country programs and direct line management to a part-time
Coordinator of the CIDA-supported regional vitamin A supplementation program. Key
responsibilities: 1. Strategic planning and vision: Provide technical support and
leadership to country offices implementing nutrition-related activities and regional
nutrition initiatives, in collaboration with the Regional and Deputy Regional Directors
and Headquarters program staff. Provide guidance to the planning processes in
specified countries for overall nutrition programs, in accordance with the Agency
strategic plan and nutrition and other program strategies. Develop synergies between
program areas in co-ordination with the other program divisions, Africa Regional
Office and country offices, as agreed by the agency. 2. Program Quality Assurance and
Grant Management: Provide overall technical leadership to a team of nutrition
coordinators/ specialists in the region and enhance technical quality of HKI’s programs
related to Nutrition and Child Survival. This requires extensive field travel for
supervision, monitoring/ evaluation and training, alongside sharing technical updates,
developing manuals and tools that can be implemented throughout Africa. Overall
responsibility for the grant management of Regional Nutrition and Child Survival
grants, including timely preparation of donor reports and financial management of
projects, in line with donor contracts. Work in co-ordination with the Deputy Regional
Directors, Country Directors and Headquarters program staff to ensure accurate and
timely reporting of program results, the development and implementation of
appropriate monitoring and evaluation tools and that new technical updates are well
understood and adopted in country offices. 3. Staff Development: Collaborate with the
Regional and Deputy Regional Directors, Country Directors and Headquarters program
staff in interviewing, hiring, orienting and training Nutrition and Child Survival staff in
the region. Plan regional Nutrition and Child Survival events to promote area and
Agency learning. 4. Program Development/ Marketing/ Fundraising: Identify and
pursue new program initiatives that are consistent with HKI’s mission and strategic plan
through developing innovative, evidence-based strategies, assisting Country Offices and
Deputy Regional Directors to collect data, evaluate and analyze programs, as well as
identifying and prioritizing the use of local regional, and/or centrally based technical
resources. Play a key role in developing and implementing strategies to raise both long
term restricted and unrestricted funds to sustain, expand and improve Nutrition and
Child Survival Programs throughout Africa, including proposal writing, identifying
partnership possibilities and maintaining strong relationships with existing donors and
cultivating new donors in close collaboration with Regional and Deputy Regional
Directors, Program Directors, Country Directors and the Vice President of
Development and Communications. 5. Representation: Serve as HKI’s representative at
meetings concerning Nutrition and Child Survival and related coalitions in the region.
Establish and maintain a network of regional institutions, country government officials,
international and local donors, international and local NGOs, universities and other
resource institutions and other colleagues that support HKI’s Nutrition and Child
Survival Programs. 6. Dissemination of information: Maintain and further the Agency’s
international role in Nutrition and Child Survival by assisting Country Offices to
document and publish/ present relevant programmatic findings and lessons learned.
Takes Regional Leadership of organizational/ regional “communities of practice” by
preparing an inventory of country experiences and practices regarding program
implementation activities and related documents and other materials, ensuring
integration of best practices and lessons learned across countries and into the new
generation of programs. Under supervision of Senior Scientific Advisor for Nutrition
and Child Survival will participate in preparation of articles for Nutrition News for
Africa. Lead and assist country staff and research collaborators in developing articles
for peer-reviewed publication. Supervisory Responsibilities: The Regional Nutrition
Program Advisor directly supervises the part-time Coordinator of the CIDA-supported
regional vitamin A supplementation program (based in Tanzania) and will, as
appropriate, assist the Regional Director, Deputy Regional Directors and Country
Directors with planning, assigning, and directing work of the Nutrition and Child
Survival country program staff; appraising performance; and resolving problems. The
supervisory role may expand depending on future needs of the Region and according to
available funding, and this may include fellows and/or interns. The incumbent closely
coordinates with the Regional Director and Deputy Regional Directors for Africa and
Nutrition and Child Survival program staff at Headquarters and in the region and
country offices to ensure that HKI is represented at key international and regional
conferences with donors, governments and other agencies, and collaborates closely with
country offices throughout Africa. The Advisor works closely with a large coalition of
international non-governmental development organizations, multilateral institutions,
and African Ministries of Health, and serves as the primary technical point person for
HKI’s partnership with the West African Health Organization concerning issues of
Nutrition and Child Survival. QUALIFICATIONS: Doctoral degree in Nutrition or
related field with strong hands-on experience in nutrition programming, including at the
community level, is highly preferred. Master’s degree or medical degree with strong
track record in program implementation and publications will be considered; At least 8
years of related field experience in nutrition programming (e.g., micronutrients, infant
and young child feeding and women’s nutrition), including strong quantitative analytic
skills, ideally including development and management of Nutrition and Child Survival
Programs; Familiarity with behavior change communication strategies in support of
nutrition programs necessary; Demonstrated track record in undertaking and supporting
data collection, analysis and report and article writing, including publication in peer-
reviewed journals. At least 5 peer-reviewed articles published in last 5 years.
Demonstrated understanding of complex international operations. Ability to manage
technical team and to interact with community of practice in Nutrition and Child
Survival across the agency. A proven successful track record in fundraising. Strong
technical knowledge of Nutrition and Child Survival Programs in the developing world,
particularly sub-Saharan Africa, including demonstrated ability to track and disseminate
new developments in the field. Ability to undertake extensive field travel
(approximately 35-50%). Strong interpersonal skills in dealing with external contacts,
as well as internal colleagues. Excellent oral and written English. Ability to read,
analyze and interpret the most complex documents, and to prepare presentations and
articles using original or innovative techniques or style. Ability to make effective and
persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top
management and public groups. Strong oral and written ability in French is highly
desired. If a candidate without French skills is selected he/she would have to commit to
learn French. Ability to work in Portuguese is an advantage. Demonstrated knowledge
of the application of information technologies to HKI program areas. Knowledge of
various software to be able to undertake data analysis, prepare presentations and other
work-related documents. TO APPLY: Interested candidates should submit
electronically: (1) cover letter; (2) current curriculum vitae in English; (3) a short
writing sample (2-3 pages) in English, to Shawn Baker, af_nutrecruit@hki.org with a
copy to Human Resources at hkihr@hki.org. Please state Application for Africa
Regional Nutrition Program Advisor in the e-mail subject line. All correspondence
should include physical and e-mail addresses as well as contact telephone number(s).
Applications should be submitted by September 10, 2010 at which time we will start
reviewing candidates. However, the position will remain open until a suitable candidate
is identified. We appreciate the interest of all applicants in working for HKI, however
due to the volume of applications we receive, only short-listed candidates will be
notified.
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SENIOR NUTRITION SPECIALIST
KATHMANDU, NEPAL
The consortium of Save the Children and Helen Keller International seeks a highly
experienced Senior Nutrition Specialist to provide quality leadership, technical
guidance and support on key activities under an anticipated $46 million 5 year USAID-
funded cooperative agreement for an Integrated Nutrition Program in Nepal. The focus
of the program is to improve the nutritional status of women and children under two
years of age using the Essential Nutrition Action (ENA) framework. The ENA
framework utilizes existing nutrition and health activities and structures at the
community and facility level, as well as relevant programs outside of the health sector,
to deliver appropriate and timely nutrition support to pregnant and lactating women as
well as their children under two years of age. This is implemented through a multi-
channel behavior change strategy based primarily on counseling and negotiation
(interpersonal communication) supported by community mobilization and mass media.
The INP will be designed and implemented in a manner that fully supports the
Government of Nepal. Please be advised that this position is contingent upon donor
approval of funding and will be an employee of Helen Keller International.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Senior Nutrition Specialist will provide up-to-date,
evidence-based technical guidance and support to the Nepal INP Management Team in
country as it pertains to the focus of this program. The Specialist will lead the
development of the strategy and workplan to take the Essential Nutrition Actions to
scale in Nepal, especially in target districts. S/he will ensure the technical quality of
program interventions as well as manage the INP’s field team to implement ENA
activities effectively and efficiently. S/he will work closely with government
counterparts in the Ministry of Health and Population and other relevant ministries and
provide technical support to facilitate alignment of ENA strategies with current
government policy and the National Health Sector Plan 2 (NHSP2). S/he will identify,
and/or research opportunities for capacity building for local partners and will contribute
to the development of the project’s strategic plan, annual work plans, and country plans
and ensure that project documents and reports incorporate the latest technical
approaches and interventions. The Senior Nutrition Specialist will also promote
program learning through sharing of technical information among the staff so that state-
of-the-art approaches are applied consistently across all project interventions. S/he will
also represent the project’s activities to the nutrition community through participation
in and/or organization of conferences, workshops, and seminars, and through a range of
technical reports, briefs, publications, and presentations. The Senior Nutrition
Specialist will participate in and present on behalf of the project in appropriate
technical meetings and conferences. QUALIFICATIONS: A professional of global
standing preferably holding a doctoral degree in nutrition or public health or related
disciplines. Minimum of ten years of hands-on experience in a developing country
situation managing and implementing nutrition and relevant public health technical
interventions. State-of-the-art knowledge of infant and young child feeding,
micronutrients and woman’s nutrition. Experience implementing integrated nutrition
programs at large scale especially multi-channel behavior change strategies to promote
optimal behaviors. Hands on experience with the Essential Nutrition Actions
framework preferred. Proven skills in bringing diverse stakeholder groups together for
partner networking at all levels including excellent participatory facilitation skills.
High level of familiarity and state-of-the-art knowledge of nutrition related programs at
the community and facility levels including counseling on infant and young child
feeding, Growth Monitoring/ Promotion, Community Management of Acute
Malnutrition, food fortification, IMCI, and related aspects of Family Planning/
Reproductive Health and newborn health. Experience in homestead food production
including small livestock and community food production preferred. Knowledgeable of
issues influencing community participation and community-based interventions.
Familiarity with the political, social, and cultural context of Nepal and prior work
experience in Nepal is preferred. Proficient with research design and data analysis.
Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in team
situations. Exceptional communication skills, including technical, written and oral
communications skills in English, Nepali also preferred. Able to thrive in a matrix
management setting and scale up large programs in complex environments. Knowledge
of USAID regulations and reporting requirements preferred. Able to work effectively
with a wide range of partners with varying interests and priorities in the fields of
nutrition, health agriculture, education and other technical areas. The ability to travel
extensively to locations within Nepal as required. TO APPLY: Interested candidates
should submit electronically: (1) cover letter; (2) current curriculum vitae in English;
(3) a short writing sample (2-3 pages) in English, to Victoria Quinn at vquinn@hki.org
with a copy to Human Resources at hkihr@hki.org. Please state Application for Senior
Nutrition Specialist Nepal INP in the e-mail subject line. Applications should be
submitted by September 8, 2010. We appreciate the interest of all applicants in
working for HKI, however due to the volume of applications we receive; only short-
listed candidates will be notified.
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TECHNICAL ADVISOR/ PROJECT MANAGER FOR FOOD SECURITY AND
NUTRITION SURVEILLANCE PROJECT
DHAKA, BANGLADESH
HKI is seeking a Technical Advisor/ Project Manager for Food Security and Nutrition
Surveillance Project in Dhaka. Established in 1915 with Helen Keller as a founding
trustee, Helen Keller International (HKI) works to save the sight and lives of the most
vulnerable and disadvantaged. Headquartered in New York City, HKI offers programs
in 21 countries in Africa and Asia as well as in the United States. The organization
combats the causes and consequences of blindness and malnutrition by establishing
programs based on evidence and research. Each year, their programs directly benefit
millions of people, and children are a primary concern. HKI programs address
malnutrition, cataract, trachoma, onchocerciasis, refractive error and diabetic
retinopathy. HKI has nearly 600 staff and a worldwide annual budget of over $45
million. From 1990 to 2006, Helen Keller International (HKI) and its local partner, the
institute of Public Health Nutrition (IPHN), conducted nutritional surveillance
throughout Bangladesh (in all six divisions). The program (the Nutritional Surveillance
Program or NSP) helped to chart the country’s health and nutrition situation, and
yielded important findings on the impact of urbanization, the determinants of
malnutrition, and the fallout from natural disasters, among other key development
issues. It was unique in that it linked family socio-economic status, agriculture, food
security and child health/ nutrition information into a single system. With the capacity
to investigate complex relationships through comprehensive, population-based survey
methodologies the program widened its scope beyond health and nutrition to contribute
to monitoring progress toward many of the MDG and PRSP objectives. Due to lack of
funding, this 16 year system implemented by HKI and IPHN was suspended for several
years, although some special studies continued to be conducted by HKI using the
system and network. Despite the high quality of the data collected, the
institutionalization of the NSP was not achieved. To ensure continuity and stability of
the surveillance program, the Government of Bangladesh (GOB), HKI, development
partners and other stakeholders recognized the need for institutionalization of the
program with skills transfer to and capacity building of a national institute in order to
maintain and strengthen this much needed intervention. In 2009, with funding from the
European Union/ Bangladesh, the NSP restarted with HKI as the technical partner and
BRAC University School of Public Health as the primary local partner and the
Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics as a secondary local partner with a goal to
institutionalize the system within an appropriate local institution with a commitment to
sustain operations as long as needed. The system was slightly revised and the
questionnaire was standardized and refined to collect divisionally and nationally
representative data on food security as well as nutrition and renamed the Food Security
and Nutrition Surveillance Project (FSNSP). The overall objective of the FSNSP is to
establish and institutionalize a food security and nutrition surveillance system in
Bangladesh that produces nutrition, health and food security relevant information that
address the decision making needs of policy makers, planners and other key
stakeholders, which can monitor the nutrition and health status of women and children
in all divisions of the country. The specific objectives are to: 1. Collect food security
and nutrition information through routine surveillance at national and divisional levels
from rural and urban slum households. 2. Conduct regular monitoring, including
special studies to track the progress in health and nutrition towards country-and
international specific goals. 3. Conduct in-depth analysis to explore the
interdependence of the various causes of under-nutrition for greater understanding to
inform decision taking and policy formulation by key stakeholders. 4. Provide a system
that can be used to assess the impact of disasters; identify vulnerable households and
children before, during and after disasters and monitor the coverage and impact of relief
and rehabilitation efforts. 5. Disseminate the key findings at divisional, national and
international levels to contribute to and support the Government of Bangladesh, civil
society and the international community with accurate data on key nutrition, health and
development issues. 6. Establish strong linkages with other food and nutrition policy
support projects such as the National food policy capacity strengthening program. 7.
Strengthen the capacity of the national implementing partner agencies so that
nutritional surveillance can become institutionalized into the national system. Lessons
learned after one year of implementation indicate that the current surveillance system
being proposed is not likely to be sustained for a number of reasons. First and foremost
the primary implementing partner, BRAC School of Public Health have indicated that
they do not feel they have the capacity to permanently house the surveillance system
and moreover, all partners strongly feel that a national surveillance system needs to be
owned by the government to be sustainable. This will allow for actions to be taken
should the surveillance indicate problems related to nutrition and food security.
Additionally, although the system is important for many reasons, the FSNSP continues
to be relatively high cost and will require a multi-sectorial and inter-agency
commitment to sustain over the next 5-10 years. For this reason the FSNSP will have an
external review in August 2010 to assist in reformulating/ rethinking the current
technical design of the surveillance system. Responsibilities: The technical advisor/
project manager is a senior-level position within HKI Bangladesh. The advisor serves
as the project manager for the FSNSP, providing leadership and guidance in the design,
implementation and evaluation of technically sound, cost-effective and practical
approaches to the implementation of the surveillance system and the institutionalization
of the system into a government structure(s), specifically the Ministry of Food and
Disaster Management (proposed target institution and not yet confirmed). The technical
advisor/ project manager will: Participate in and contribute to technical working groups
and committees working on issues related to food security and nutrition. Plan,
participate, facilitate, and present at international, domestic and local meetings, and at
workshops and conferences dealing with food security and nutrition. Take a lead role
in facilitating dialogue and providing information to policy makers and planners in
Bangladesh. Lead the process of institutionalization by ensuring that the capacity with
the government is sufficiently built to maintain and sustain the surveillance system after
the life of the project or that adequate plans and funding is in place to continue HKI’s
involvement longer should that be necessary. Supervision of this position will be
provided by the Country Director of HKI Bangladesh. The Advisor will work closely
with a number of institutions including, the EU/EC, FAO, WFP, Ministry of Food and
disaster management, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, BRAC School of Public
Health and the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics, among others. REQUIREMENTS/
QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree or higher in public health or other relevant field
and minimum of 10 years experience managing projects and/or offices and staff,
preferably with at least five years supervisory or senior level experience in surveillance
in international or resource poor settings. Demonstrated skills and experience in policy
and program-relevant research. Excellent analytical, written and oral communication
skills. Fluent in English with excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication
skills. Reputation as a flexible team player able to forge consensus. Strong
interpersonal skills and ability to work cross-culturally with diverse teams. Ability to
work independently with minimal supervision. Demonstrated knowledge of
surveillance systems and best practices in public health. Demonstrated ability in data
analysis, program design, strategic planning, program coordination and implementation,
especially within a developing country context. Demonstrated ability in multi-cultural
leadership and management. Skills in coaching, mentoring and developing staff
capacity. Effective networking and interaction with donor and collaborating agencies,
including private companies, government, and public and non-profit organizations. The
initial contract of this assignment is for two (2) years with possibility of extension. The
post is based in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Salary and benefits are dependent application
credentials and experience and a range will be provided to those short listed candidates.
TO APPLY: To submit an application please send a cover note via email with attached
CV to Ms Diane Lindsey at dlindsey@hki.org with a copy to hkihr@hki.org. The initial
deadline for this posting is August 27, 2010.
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SR. ADVISOR, FOOD SECURITY & NUTRITION
BETHESDA, MD
University Research Co. is seeking a Senior Advisor, Food Security and Nutrition in
Bethesda. This position provides leadership for food security and nutrition initiatives
focusing on maternal and child health and nutrition, HIV/AIDS, and orphans and
vulnerable children (OVC) and reports to the Director of the International Division
(IDG). The position comprises a combination of technical assistance and managerial
project support, development of methods and tools, and new business development.
Roles and Responsibilities: Provide leadership for the overall direction of URC's and
IDG's food security and nutrition work in line with current USAID and USG priorities
(e.g., Feed the Future, Global Health Initiative, PEPFAR, etc.). Provide leadership for
the development of a comprehensive food security and nutrition strategy that reflects
the multisectoral nature of food security, including agriculture-led economic growth,
social progress, political stability, and health and nutrition, and that addresses food
availability, access and use. Proactively identify and provide opportunities to integrate
nutrition and food security into URC's health portfolio and new business development
strategy. Participate in proposal development, including design of nutrition and food
security components as integrated programmatic components. Work closely with the
Business Development unit to identify new growth opportunities. Participate in
strategic planning for the nutrition and health practice of URC. Respond to ad hoc
requests for technical input on URC projects. Gain recognition as a nutrition and food
security subject matter specialist: know the practice, sectors, and services, and connect
people to people and people to content. Work through existing URC programs and
develop new initiatives to promote food-related value chains and sustainable
livelihoods to ensure adequate nutrition and enable individuals and communities to take
advantage of economic entry points. Work through existing URC programs and
develop new initiatives that address diet quality, diversity of locally available foods,
and delivery of health services to the acutely malnourished. Participate in the
refinement of methods and develop norms and standards for delivery of high-impact
food security and nutrition services. Support the implementation of operations research
on nutrition. Participate in the design and implementation of food security- and
nutrition-focused projects, for example: for the delivery of new evidence-based high-
impact nutrition interventions at community and facility levels for women and children
in developing countries. Write, present, and disseminate food security and nutrition
methods and results on behalf of URC including the specific results of field activities
and research, to peer reviewed journals, at professional meetings, and with partners,
donor organizations, and developing country health officials. Negotiate with donors,
top-level ministry officials and partners as required to develop and support regional or
cross-regional nutrition strategies and approaches supportive of food security and
nutrition objectives. Participate regularly in food security and nutrition technical
conferences and stay current with evidence for active dissemination of the latest
nutrition evidence and technical resources to URC. Harmonize nutrition methods and
shared learning across countries. Participate actively in corporate business
development activities. Minimum QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate degree(s) in nutrition,
public health, medicine or nursing required. A minimum of ten years of experience
supporting food security and nutrition activities in developing country settings.
Extensive experience and proven track record linking multisectoral partners to achieve
food security objectives. Extensive experience scaling up nutrition services in public
health sector settings in close collaboration with ministries of health and partners.
Experience supporting USAID-funded programs strongly preferred. Ability and
willingness to travel internationally (minimum 25% of the time). Fluency in spoken
and written English is required; fluency in French or Spanish highly preferred. Must be
eligible to work long-term in the U.S. without visa sponsorship. TO APPLY: For
immediate consideration, please visit URC's Career Opportunities page at urc-chs.com
(http://www.urc-chs.com/careers/career.htm) and apply by clicking on this link below.
Https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=520367. Please cut and paste your cover letter in
the "Application Notes" section and upload your CV where indicated (preferred
method). Or, fax your cover letter and CV to HR at 301-941-8650 with "Sr. Food
Security & Nutrition Advisor" in the subject line. Due to the large number of inquiries
we receive, only candidates clearly meeting the requirements for this position will be
contacted. However, since we are active around the world in the field of public health,
we may wish to retain your CV in our consultant database against other/ future
opportunities, unless you direct us otherwise. Thank you.
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BOARD RELATIONS AND INFORMATION OFFICER
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND
Working through markets to improve access to medicines and diagnostics for
HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria, UNITAID is a successful example of innovative
financing for development. UNITAID seeks a Board Relations and Information Officer
to manage all Board related activities and be the dynamic interface between the Board,
subcommittees and the Secretariat ensuring appropriate and effective governance
processes. This position plays a role in building strong and sustainable partnerships
with the Board to further the goals and vision of UNITAID. It also facilitates the
implementation of Board decisions. Reporting to the UNITAID Executive Secretary,
and working in close collaboration with all senior managers and especially the Director
of Market Dynamics and Operations and the Director of Administration and Finance,
the Board Relations Officer is responsible for facilitating efficient functioning of the
Board. QUALIFICATIONS: Educational requirements: Essential: Advanced University
Degree in management, governance, development, international relations, health or
related field. Desirable: Qualifications in development, governance, or international
policy would be an asset. Skills required: Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
Good understanding of strategic decision making. Excellent writing and editing ability.
Strong presentation, facilitation and public speaking skills. The position is based in
Geneva, with competitive UN salary and benefits package (P.4 level). TO APPLY: For
more details and how to apply, please see the link: https://erecruit.who.int/public/hrd-
cl-vac-view.asp?o_c=1000&jobinfo_uid_c=23380&vaclng=en Deadline for
applications: 17 September 2010. For this and other interesting positions/ opportunities
please visit: http://www.unitaid.eu and http://www.who.int/employment/vacancies/.
UNITAID is hosted by World Health Organization.
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SENIOR ADVISER POLICY AND ADVOCACY
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND
Working through markets to improve access to medicines and diagnostics for
HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria, UNITAID is a successful example of innovative
financing for development. Working under the Executive Office, the Senior Adviser
advises the Executive Secretary on partnership building, resource mobilization
strategies and networking with partners in order to support the achievements of stated
goals of UNITAID. S/he will work closely with UNITAID's Communications Team to
craft integrated approaches to advance UNITAID's goals in addition to working with the
Market Dynamics and Operations Teams to develop policy positions and analyses to
guide UNITAID actions. QUALIFICATIONS: A successful candidate will have an
advanced University degree in public policy, political science, law, international
relations, or related field. Having a good understanding/ knowledge of public health
policy field is desirable. Experience essentially required: A minimum of 10 years of
progressively responsible experience in advocacy strategy, partnership and resource
mobilization in global health or related area with at least 5 years at the international
level. Demonstrated experience developing and implementing an advocacy strategy
including policy analysis, communications, and relationship management. Experience
in fund-raising and partnership relations, including UN agencies, civil society,
foundations, multilateral partnerships and governments. Desirable: Experience with
major players in global health advocacy preferred. The position is based in Geneva,
with competitive UN salary and benefits package (P.6 level). TO APPLY: For more
details and how to apply, please see the link: https://erecruit.who.int/public/hrd-cl-vac-
view.asp?o_c=1000&jobinfo_uid_c=23315&vaclng=en. Deadline for applications: 17
September 2010. For this and other interesting positions/ opportunities please visit:
http://www.unitaid.eu and http://www.who.int/employment/vacancies/. UNITAID is
hosted by World Health Organization.
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ECONOMIST
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND
Working through markets to improve access to medicines and diagnostics for
HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria, UNITAID is a successful example of innovative
financing for development. Within the Market Dynamics team, the Economist position
will design, develop and run models to quantify public health needs and market failures
and to measure the impact of UNITAID projects on market dynamics and public health.
REQUIRES: A successful candidate will have an advanced degree in health or
industrial economics, or related field with at least 10 years of professional work
experience in the area of applied health or industrial economics, with experience of
research related to market dynamics for pharmaceuticals and diagnostic products. The
position is based in Geneva, with competitive UN salary and benefits package (P.5
level). TO APPLY: For more details and how to apply, please see the link:
https://erecruit.who.int/public/hrd-cl-vac-
view.asp?o_c=1000&jobinfo_uid_c=23408&vaclng=en. Deadline for applications: 23
September 2010. For this and other interesting positions/ opportunities please visit:
http://www.unitaid.eu and http://www.who.int/employment/vacancies/. UNITAID is
hosted by World Health Organization.
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PROJECT MANAGER (MARKET INTELLIGENCE)
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND
Working through markets to improve access to medicines and diagnostics for
HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria, UNITAID is a successful example of innovative
financing for development. Within the Market Dynamics team, the Project Manager
(Market Intelligence) will oversee the development and maintenance of the Market
Intelligence Information System (MIIS) that links both product and public health data
and makes information freely available to the public. REQUIRES: A successful
candidate will have an advanced university degree in public health, epidemiology,
sciences, statistics, or other related field as essential qualification. Additional desirable
qualifications are: an advanced university degree or certification in information
management, information technology, or related field. Advanced training in pharmacy.
Coursework or training in economics, business, marketing, or other related field.
Experience required: At least 10 years experience of project and data management,
experience in establishing data standards and transfers, experience building,
maintaining and using primary and secondary data sources to examine impacts of public
health policies and programs. Experience in managing information from both
qualitative and quantitative research. Experience conducting research related to
pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, or other health commodities. Experience working in the
areas of HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, or malaria. Experience in building extensive
professional networks across multidisciplinary stakeholders. Publication in peer-
reviewed journals. The position is based in Geneva, with competitive UN salary and
benefits package (P.5 level). TO APPLY: For more details and how to apply, please
see the link: https://erecruit.who.int/public/hrd-cl-vac-
view.asp?o_c=1000&jobinfo_uid_c=23332&vaclng=en Deadline for applications: 23
September 2010. For this and other interesting positions/ opportunities please visit:
http://www.unitaid.eu and http://www.who.int/employment/vacancies/. UNITAID is
hosted by World Health Organization.
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NUTRITION ADVISOR, USAID
WASHINGTON, DC
USAID is seeking a Nutrition Advisor (Grade: GS-0630-14) in Washington, DC. Type
of Appointment: Excepted Service (Time Limit) Appointment; Length of Appointment:
up to 5 Years. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position and be able to
obtain and maintain a secret security clearance for this assignment. The individual
selected for this position will be administratively assigned to the Post Conflict and
Disaster Assistance Branch of the Development Resources and Disaster Assistance
Division, Office of Capacity Building and Development, Foreign Agricultural Service,
U.S. Department of Agriculture (FAS/OCBD/DRDA/PCDA) but will be located in and
work directly with the U.S. Agency for International Development, Africa Bureau,
Office of Sustainable Development (USAID/AFR/SD). The Nutrition Advisor will
work with African organizations, USAID field missions, and coordinate with technical
officers from the USAID Bureau for Economic Growth, Agriculture and Trade (EGAT),
and USAID Bureau for Global Health, Population and Nutrition (GH) and USAID
Bureau for Democracy, Conflict and Humanitarian Assistance (DCHA) to develop
programs, policies and strategies to support the development and implementation of the
Global Hunger and Food Security Initiative, "Feed the Future", in USAID Africa
countries/ programs. This Initiative focuses on three key areas of investment: (1)
advancing agricultural growth; (2) reducing under nutrition; and (3) increasing the
impact of humanitarian assistance. The Initiative also supports the achievement of the
United Nations Millennium Development Goals of halving poverty and improving
nutrition in developing countries. REQUIRED SKILLS: Advanced degree (preferably
Master's or Ph.D.) in nutrition, public health or similar discipline that enables the
incumbent to serve as a technical authority and provide expert advice in regards to the
linkages between agriculture and economic growth policies, strategies and programs
and food consumption and nutrition. Knowledge of current educational concepts and
training techniques for improving consumption, dietary diversity and nutrition as part of
agricultural and health programs to diverse populations and communities in resource
poor environments, particularly in Africa. Experience demonstrating progressive
responsibility in design of policies, strategies and projects that promote optimal food
consumption and good nutrition among vulnerable population groups, in developing
countries. Knowledge of basic administrative laws, policies, regulations, and
precedents applicable to the US Government's budgeting and procurement policies and
procedures. Skills to plan, organize, and direct team work and to negotiate effectively
with management to accept and implement recommendations where the proposals
involve substantial USAID resources or require extensive changes in established
procedures. Proficient analytical skills that demonstrate an understanding of the current
concepts, priorities, and issues in program monitoring, data collection and evaluation.
Excellent communication skills including oral, written, and presentation skills. Ability
to read and speak French, Portuguese and/or other languages spoken in USAID-assisted
African countries is highly desirable. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this
position and be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance for this
assignment. This is an Excepted Service, Schedule B appointment for up to five years.
TO APPLY: please send a) a cover letter that directly and individually addresses each of
the required skills listed above and b) your current resume of experience and
qualifications to the e-mail address listed below. Applications that do not include a
supplemental statement addressing individually each of the required skills may not be
considered. Candidates are strongly urged to e-mail their applications due to technical
delays and service delays in the postal system. Attachments should be limited to a total
of 5 MB or less, as e-mails with large attachments may be blocked by the USDA e-mail
firewall. Program Officer: Terence Albrecht, Mailing address:
USDA/FAS/OCBD/DRDAD/PCDA, 1400 Independence Ave. S.W., Room 3208-S,
STOP 1033, Washington, DC 20250-1033, Telephone: (202) 690-1916, Fax: (202)
720-6364, Email address: terence.albrecht@fas.usda.gov. This position is being re-
advertised, with a new close date. Candidates who originally applied do not have to
reapply. *NOTE* If competitively selected, USDA employees may be able to be
detailed from their home USDA agency (which would be reimbursed for personnel
costs plus administrative costs) retain their career status, and return to their home unit
at the conclusion of the assignment. This announcement closes at 5 pm on September
10, 2010 in Washington, DC.
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MONITORING AND EVALUATION ADVISOR
GLOBAL HEALTH INITIATIVE LAUNCH TEAM, USAID
WASHINGTON, DC
The Global Health Fellows Program seeks a Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor
(GHFP-10-191) to coordinate and position USAID efforts to fulfill the Global Health
Initiative (GHI) core principle of “improved metrics, monitoring and evaluation.” S/he
presents the unique and exciting challenge of leading GHI stakeholders to set
expectations for results, identifies meaningful parameters, creates efficient and cost-
effective approaches to track these parameters, and ensures that information feeds back
into GHI implementation and builds knowledge. The Advisor works to establish clarity
in a fast-moving environment with a high degree of uncertainty and many interested
parties. In addition, the Advisor works to ensure that the GHI itself is assessed to
determine its effectiveness as a model for whole-of-government implementation.
USAID’s Global Health Fellows Program is implemented by the Public Health Institute
and its partners: Harvard School of Public Health; Management Systems International;
and Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine. The Program’s
aim is to improve the effectiveness of USAID’s Population, Health and Nutrition
programs overseas. Roles & Responsibilities: The Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor
will together with USAID’s Director of Evaluation, Policy Analysis and Learning,
represent USAID on the Interagency M&E Working Group, contributing technical
expertise to discussions and the preparation of Working Group deliverables; Provides
expert input into the design and development phases of GHI M&E Learning Agenda,
including development of guidance to USG field teams; Coordinates design of GHI
cross-country evaluation protocols; Advises USG teams on design and implementation
of country-specific evaluation studies; Together with GH and Regional Bureau staff,
serves as a technical resource to USAID missions in the development of GHI strategic
plans and performance monitoring plans; Establishes fora/mechanisms for information
sharing, participation, and feedback on GHI M&E issues within USAID/W and with
USAID field staff; Develops and guides implementation of knowledge management/
knowledge sharing processes for broad dissemination of GHI evaluation findings,
conclusions, recommendations and best practices; Presents GHI M&E issues in
interAgency fora; Presents M&E issues with relevance to the GHI in international fora.
REQUIREMENTS: Master’s degree in public health or related field; Minimum ten
years’ experience in monitoring and evaluation with at least three years’ experience in
an international/ resource poor setting; Knowledge of the theories, principles, and
methods of public health evaluation in the context of international development and
their application in resource-poor settings; Demonstrated leadership of the development
and implementation of an M&E process for an effort of similar magnitude;
Demonstrated familiarity with technical and developing country content in GHI areas of
focus; Ability to provide advice, guidance, and consultation to officials on the
interpretation and application of completed analyses; Demonstrated knowledge of
information technology and its application to performance monitoring and evaluation;
Demonstrated flexibility and openness in responding to changing work priorities and
environment; Strong interpersonal communication and writing skills; Ability to work
with diverse teams and cross-culturally; High degree of judgment, maturity, ingenuity
and originality to interpret strategy, to analyze, develop and present work results, and to
monitor and evaluate implementation of programs; Willingness to travel
internationally; US Citizenship required. Closing date: 9/7/2010. For full description
and to apply, please visit https://www.ghfp.net/recruitment. Global Health Fellows
Program, Public Health Institute. We are proud to be an affirmative action/equal
opportunity employer.
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HIV/AIDS PROCUREMENT OFFICER
KENYA
Chemonics seeks a full-time senior HIV/AIDS procurement officer for the ongoing
USAID-funded Kenya Pharma project. The procurement officer will oversee
procurement of antiretroviral drugs and other pharmaceuticals and supplies and ensure
supplier responsiveness. Responsibilities include: oversee validation of tender
documents, conduct procurement planning, and play a leadership role for the tender
evaluation board for supplier selection; ensure tenders, selections, and other
procurement activities are in compliance with USAID and Kenyan government
regulations and have proper documentation; maintain strategic relationships with
international and Kenyan suppliers of health commodities and conduct frequent
exchange of information on demand trends and supplier responses. Qualifications
include: Advanced degree in a relevant area; minimum seven years of demonstrated
procurement experience, including knowledge of federal acquisition regulations and
management responsibility for a relevant procurement function; experience in
procurement of health commodities under USAID regulations a plus. Please send
electronic submission to KenyaPharmaProcSpecialist@chemonics.com no later than
September 23, 2010. No phone calls. Finalists will be contacted.
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PEPFAR NIGERIA COUNTRY COORDINATOR (PCO)
ABUJA, NIGERIA
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID/Nigeria) is seeking a
PEPFAR Nigeria Country Coordinator. Ref: 620-10-017. Closing Date/Time:
September 15, 2010, 12:00 PM Nigeria Time (GMT +1). This post will be based in U.S.
Mission in the Federal Capital of Nigeria, Abuja. A new exciting job opportunity exists
with the United States Government (USG), represented by the U.S. Agency for
International Development (USAID), for a qualified United States Citizen to provide
personal services as President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) Nigeria
Country Coordinator. The PCO is responsible for coordinating the USG agencies’
planning, overall management, budgeting, and reporting processes for the USG HIV
country program. The PCO ensures that all country program decisions abide by the
Office of the Global AIDS Coordinator (S/GAC) policy and requirements and with
congressionally mandated budgetary earmarks. In Nigeria, a consortium of United
States Government (USG) agencies is charged with coordinating and managing
PEPFAR under the leadership of the U.S. Ambassador. These agencies include the
United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention (HHS/CDC), the Department of State (DOS), and the
Department of Defense (DOD). The goal is to develop and implement one coherent
USG HIV program in Nigeria combining the comparative strengths and capabilities of
all the government agencies. The Chief of Mission (COM) provides overall guidance to
the interagency team and the PEPFAR Coordination Office (PCO) facilitates
harmonization among the various activities by the USG agencies, host government, and
other HIV donors in Nigeria. The PEPFAR Country Coordinator performs a key role in
the Nigeria PEPFAR Program, by leading the coordination of the four in-country USG
agencies (USAID, HHS/CDC, DOD and DOS). Though the PEPFAR Program
Coordinator does not supervise the USG agencies, s/he is held accountable for their
ability to work together to prioritize actions, implement programs, and achieve results
and must manage accordingly. The incumbent shall take direction from both the Chief
of Mission (COM) and the DCM. S/he will work closely with all members of the
PEPFAR Executive Council, Management and Operations Team and other interagency
technical teams. The PEPFAR Country Coordinator will supervise five or more local
hire or expatriate staff members in the PEPFAR Coordination Office (PCO).
QUALIFICATIONS: The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five (5) years (for
GS-14) or eight (8) years (for GS-15) of progressively responsible professional level
experience at the international program management level and experience working
internationally in the design, implementation and evaluation of public health programs,
preferably with a focus on HIV/AIDS. The applicant should have an advanced degree
(master’s or higher) in a relevant professional discipline, such as Public Policy, Public
Health, Business Administration or related subject. Candidates must demonstrate strong
interpersonal and teamwork skills, strong oral and written communication skills, strong
analytical skills and strong capacity to multi-task. Salary: $84,697.00 – $110,104.00
(for GS-14 Equivalent) or $99,628.00 – $129,517.00 (for GS-15 Equivalent) per annum
depending on qualifications, experience and salary history. Duration of Job: Two years
full time base with three one-year options. Exercising the options will depend on
continuing need of services, availability of funds, and satisfactory or better
performance. For a detailed position description and application instructions, please
visit www.fbo.gov and search for solicitation number 620-10-017. USAID is an Equal
Opportunity Employer.
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CHIEF OF PARTY (COP) II
KINGSTON, JAMAICA
AED's Communication for Change (C-Change) is a social and behavior change
communication (SBCC) project funded by USAID. C-Change's mandate is to improve
the effectiveness and sustainability of communication as an integral part of
development efforts across all aspects of health. In Jamaica and the Bahamas, C-
Change will provide SBCC capacity strengthening support at local and national levels
to government and civil society partners towards the prevention and mediation of HIV
among most-at-risk populations (MARP). Position Summary: The COP II is AED's
official representative in Jamaica and the Bahamas for the MARP SBCC project;
responsible for overseeing all aspects of its technical, financial, and managerial
performance. Essential Job Functions: Provide technical leadership for the project in
SBCC, including capacity strengthening, social mobilization, advocacy, and MARP
HIV prevention. In collaboration with partners, support the development of a national
MARP strategy and coordination of MARP programming. Provide leadership to the
strategic design, implementation, and evaluation of national and local SBCC and
capacity strengthening activities and materials. Provide ongoing mentorship and
capacity strengthening to staff and partners to ensure strong skills-transfer and facilitate
productive working relationships. Oversee and ensure the timely delivery of project
outputs, including work plans, technical and financial reports, surveys, and budgets.
Oversee the work of staff, consultants, and subcontractors. Ensure accurate preparation
and timely delivery of financial information and that program activities are in
accordance with AED and USAID procedures, regulations, and budget.
QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Masters in health, communication, or other job-related
field. Experience: At least 12 years of relevant experience required (minimum of seven
years experience managing USAID-funded programs and field offices and in
implementing public health programs). Skills: Advanced knowledge and technical
expertise in the areas of SBCC and HIV/AIDS required. Experience in developing
capacity strengthening and community-based outreach programs. Knowledge of U.S.
Government regulations, procedures, contracting requirements, and financial
management and experience with the financial management of programs and office
budgets required. Interested applicants should apply online or send resume with cover
letter referencing position #CB10253 to: AED/HR, 1825 Connecticut Avenue, NW,
Washington, D.C. 20009; For additional information, visit our website at
http://www.aed.org. We thank all individuals for their interest in AED; however only
those selected for interviews will be contacted. Individuals responding to job postings
are considered applicants if you meet the following criteria: (1) have expressed interest
through the Internet, email or other related technologies, (2) are considered by the AED
for a particular position, (3) possess the basic qualifications for the position and (4) do
not at any point remove yourself from consideration. AA/EOE/M/F/D/V
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CHIEF OF PARTY (COP) II
MOZAMBIQUE
AED's Communication for Change (C-Change) is a social and behavior change
communication (SBCC) project funded by USAID. C-Change's mandate is to improve
the effectiveness and sustainability of communication as an integral part of
development efforts across all aspects of health. In Mozambique, USAID has charged
C-Change with providing technical assistance in organizational development to the
Programa Inter-Religious Contra a Malaria (PIRCOM), a multi-denominational, faith-
based non-governmental organization of religious organizations. The aim is to directly
mobilize communities to change social norms and health behaviors in health program
areas of malaria and water-borne diseases. Position Summary: The Chief of Party II
(COP) leads the activities funded by USAID-Mozambique to support the
implementation and to strengthen/build the SBCC and organizational capacity of
PIRCOM. The COP is also responsible for financial and administrative management of
the office and staff in Mozambique. Essential Job Functions: Supervise and provide
technical leadership regarding the development, implementation, and evaluation of
SBCC strategies and overall approaches at all levels. Recruit skilled staff and
organizations that can execute program interventions and deliver results in a timely
manner. Coordinate program implementation activities with relevant sub grantees,
partners and vendors and monitor their technical and financial performance based on
clear quality indicators. Mentor PIRCOM's Executive Director in professional,
managerial and organizational issues such as fundraising and day-to-day management
of a multi-million dollar NGO. The COP is responsible for the accurate preparation and
timely delivery of financial information. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Masters in
one of the following, or related fields: Health Policy & Administration, Health
Promotion, Mass Communications, Public Affairs, Public Health or Social Marketing
required. Experience: At least 12 years of relevant experience required (minimum of
seven years experience managing USAID-funded programs and field offices and in
implementing public health programs). Skills: Must be fluent in Portuguese and English
(reading, writing and speaking). Managerial skills in organizational development.
Technical skills in social and behavior change communication and experience in two or
more health areas required. Knowledge of U.S. Government regulations, procedures,
contracting requirements, and financial management and experience with the financial
management of programs and office budgets required. Ability to work with multiple
organizations simultaneously and coordinate a diverse set of activities. Interested
applicants should apply online at http://www.aed.org/Employment or send resume with
cover letter referencing position #CB10276 to: AED/HR, 1825 Connecticut Avenue,
NW, Washington, D.C. 20009; For additional information, visit our website at
http://www.aed.org. We thank all individuals for their interest in AED; however only
those selected for interviews will be contacted. Individuals responding to job postings
are considered applicants if you meet the following criteria: (1) have expressed interest
through the Internet, email or other related technologies, (2) are considered by the AED
for a particular position, (3) possess the basic qualifications for the position and (4) do
not at any point remove yourself from consideration. AA/EOE/M/F/D/V
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CHIEF OF PARTY
GUATEMALA
AED’s Communication for Change (C-Change) is a social and behavior change
communication (SBCC) project funded by the United States Agency for International
Development (USAID) Global Health Bureau. C-Change's mandate is to improve the
effectiveness and sustainability of communication as an integral part of development
efforts across all aspects of health, as well as environmental conservation and civil
society strengthening. C-Change works with global, regional, and local partners to use
communication to change individual behaviors and social norms, supported by
evidence-based strategies, state-of-the-art training and capacity strengthening, and
operations and evaluation research. C-Change places special emphasis on building
capacity in the South to implement high quality communication activities and on
changing social norms through catalyzing "horizontal" communication within
communities. Through bilateral funding from USAID/ Guatemala, C-Change will
provide SBCC capacity strengthening support to USAID/ Guatemala Health and
Education Office (HEO) staff, and HEO partners and sub grantees to design,
implement, monitor, and redesign SBCC activities within the HEO portfolio. Position
Summary: The Chief of Party is AED's official representative in Guatemala for the
SBCC capacity strengthening project; responsible for overseeing all aspects of its
technical, financial, and managerial performance. The COP will be AED's primary
liaison with USAID/HEO and all other stakeholders. S/he will lead work plan
development and ensure that the program complies with USAID and AED financial and
personnel regulations. S/he will provide vision and leadership to the Project technical
staff and in-country partners and will regularly report to USAID on technical,
administrative, and budgetary issues. Essential Job Functions: Technical Leadership and
Oversight: Provide technical leadership for the project in SBCC capacity strengthening.
In collaboration with USAID/HEO and other partners, conduct in-country SBCC
capacity assessment to identify program gaps and needs for program refocusing. In
collaboration with USAID/HEO and other partners, facilitate the development of an
overarching SBCC strategy for the HEO portfolio. Provide technical leadership for the
project in establishing a university accredited program in SBCC. Provide technical
assistance in establishing an SBCC working group. Coordinate C-Change activities with
those of other local and international organizations working in Guatemala and USAID
cooperating agencies (CAs). Work closely with project staff on the strategic design,
implementation, evaluation, and redesign of SBCC capacity strengthening activities and
materials. Provide ongoing mentorship and capacity strengthening to project staff as
well as partners to ensure strong skills-transfer and facilitate productive working
relationships. Oversee and ensure the timely delivery of project outputs, including work
plans, annual and quarterly technical and financial reports, surveys, and budgets.
Represent the Project and AED in national and regional meetings with stakeholders,
partners, and technical staff. Guide the strategic design, implementation, and use of
formative, M&E, and other assessment and data collection activities. Program
Management: Direct all aspects of program implementation. Oversee the development
of annual work plans, and budgets. Oversee the work of local staff, consultants, and
subcontractors. Serve as the point person for AED with USAID and AED partners.
Report regularly to the AED home office project manager on technical and
administrative issues. Ensure compliance with USAID and AED policies and
procedures. Troubleshoot to prevent and resolve potential problems. Financial
Management: The Chief of Party is responsible for the accurate preparation and timely
delivery of financial information. In particular, the Chief of Party: Manages funds
through an Imprest account and approves expenditures in accordance with AED and
USAID procedures, cost principles, and regulations, following closely and in a timely
fashion, the working budget of project funds. Conducts all activities within the scope
of the project budget. Monitors and revises budget pipeline and conducts monthly
reviews of imprests to ensure accurate and timely reporting of finance deliverables.
Assures that cost share is obtained and properly accounted for. Security-Related
Duties: Final decisions in all crisis situations. Disciplinary or dismissive action when
lapses occur in security management. Decisions based on his/her assessment of the
operational context. Ensure the fundamental elements of safety and security
management are fulfilled, including a basic level of training for all staff. Keeps
Headquarters aware of the current security situation, possible scenarios and any
anticipated concerns for safety and security. Updating regularly and circulating of
Safety and Security Contingency Plan (SSCP) and the Security Management Plan
(SMP). The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of
work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an
exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated
with a job. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Masters in one of the following or related
fields: Communications, Health, Health Promotion, International Health or Other Job-
related Field required. Experience: 11 year(s) of relevant experience required. Specific
Knowledge Requirements: Minimum of six years managing USAID-funded programs
and field offices or equivalent experience. Minimum of six years in implementing or
managing public health programs. Strong background and experience in SBCC
programming. Technical expertise and advanced knowledge in the areas of SBCC and
reproductive health, maternal and child health, nutrition, education, and HIV/AIDS.
Experience in developing and implementing capacity strengthening programs, including
advocacy. Knowledge of U.S. government regulations (22CFR226, Omb circular A-
122), procedures, contracting requirements, and financial management. Experience and
a high degree of competency using Windows-based computer programs. Experience
with the financial management of programs and office budgets. Experience with
imprest accounts preferred. Knowledge and experience with safety and security
measures. Special Requirements: This job will require a criminal background check.
Skills: Technical and programming skills in SBCC and experience in two or more of the
following areas required: reproductive health, maternal and child health, nutrition,
education and HIV/AIDS. Demonstrated ability to effectively manage teams and to
catalyze the work of other technical specialists for program planning and
implementation. Ability to work independently, assess priorities, problem solve,
multitask, and manage a variety of activities while collaborating with a broad coalition
of partners. Strong interpersonal, supervisory, technical, and organizational skills.
Excellent writing, editorial, interpersonal and oral/written communication skills,
including participatory facilitation. Fluent in English and Spanish. Experience and a
high degree of competency using Windows-based computer programs. Ability to
produce exceptional quality and a strong commitment to work. Additional Information:
Supervisory Responsibilities: Will supervise senior and junior technical and
administrative staff. Equipment To Be Used: Computers, fax machines, telephones,
scanners, and other necessary office equipment. Interested applicants should apply
online or send resume with cover letter referencing position #CB10301 to: AED/HR,
1825 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C. 20009; For additional information,
visit our website at http://www.aed.org. We thank all individuals for their interest in
AED, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Individuals
responding to job postings are considered applicants for a particular position only after
they have been invited to complete the company's official printed employment
application form. AA/EOE/M/F/D/V
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CHIEF OF PARTY II
DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO (DRC)
Communication for Change (C-Change), implemented by AED, is USAID's flagship
project to improve the effectiveness and sustainability of social and behavior change
communication (SBCC) applied to programs, activities, and tools. C-Change works
with global, regional, and local partners to incorporate knowledge about the social
determinants and underlying causes of individual behaviors and takes into account
research and lessons learned from implementing and evaluating activities. Employing
innovative and tested methods, C-Change works to meet the continuing challenges
posed by evolving health issues that require a SBCC approach. C-Change also works to
strengthen the capacity of local organizations to plan, implement, and manage
programs, thus ensuring sustained local knowledge and skills. The project addresses
major health areas, including family planning and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS,
maternal and child health, TB and malaria. The project also provides communication
support to other sectors, including environment and democracy and governance.
Position Summary: The duration of this project will be 04/01/2009 to 09/30/2011. The
Chief of Party II (COP) leads the activities funded by USAID/DRC to support the
implementation and strengthen/build the capacity of key government, academic, NGO
and other organizations working with USAID in DRC. This includes planning,
implementing, monitoring and reporting on SBCC program activities for each of C-
Change's designated health issues: HIV and AIDS, family planning, malaria, maternal
and child health, water and sanitation and TB. The COP is also responsible for financial
and administrative management and of the office and staff in DRC. Essential Job
Functions: Communicate options and ideas to the Mission informed by SBCC best
practices and its planning model and approach. Critically analyze requests for SBCC
assistance from the mission and offer innovative programmatic recommendations that
are tailored to the county's context and available funds. Recruit skilled staff and
organizations that can execute program interventions and deliver results in a timely
manner. Understand and respond to all USAID and AED/C-Change administrative and
reporting requirements and be able to involve staff in responding to these requirements.
Communicate/interact regularly with USAID/DRC and AED Washington Coordinate
program implementation activities with relevant sub grantees and partners and monitor
their technical and financial performance. Security-related duties: Make final decisions
in all crisis situations. Ensure the fundamental elements of safety and security
management are fulfilled, including a basic level of training for all staff. Updating
regularly and circulating of Safety and Security Contingency Plan (SSCP) and the
Security Management Plan (SMP). Disciplinary or dismissive action when lapses occur
in security management. The above statements are intended to describe the general
nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not
intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working
conditions associated with a job. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Masters in one of the
following or related fields: International Communications, International Marketing,
Mass Communications, Public Affairs, Public Health, Social Marketing and Social
Science required or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Experience: 12 year(s) of relevant experience required. At least five years experience
managing USAID-funded programs and project field offices. Experience with financial
management of program and office budgets. Experience with Imprest accounts
preferred. Special Requirements: This job will require a criminal background check.
Must be willing to travel at least 20% time. Conditions for travel in Kinshasa and
outside the city can be difficult due to congestion and poor road conditions. Skills: Must
be fluent in French (reading, writing and speaking). Technical skills in social and
behavior change communication and experience in two or more health areas required.
Strong technical and programming skills as well as effective financial and staff
management abilities required. Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and multitask.
Solid interpersonal and negotiating skills. Interested applicants should apply online at
http://www.aed.org/Employment/AED-Current-Openings.html or send resume with
cover letter referencing position #CB10224 to: AED/HR, 1825 Connecticut Avenue,
NW, Washington, D.C. 20009; For additional information, visit our website at
http://www.aed.org. We thank all individuals for their interest in AED; however only
those selected for interviews will be contacted. Individuals responding to job postings
are considered applicants if you meet the following criteria: (1) have expressed interest
through the Internet, email or other related technologies, (2) are considered by the AED
for a particular position, (3) possess the basic qualifications for the position and (4) do
not at any point remove yourself from consideration. AA/EOE/M/F/D/V
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CHIEF OF PARTY
GEORGETOWN, GUYANA & OTHER LOCATIONS
Management Sciences for Health seeks candidates for a project in the Caribbean region
that provides for a capacity building services to local organizations offering HIV/AIDS
care, treatment and prevention services. The estimated period of performance is five (5)
years, depending on availability of funds. This position is contingent upon MSH
receiving the project award. OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES: The Chief of Party will
provide technical leadership and managerial oversight for the project, and ensure timely
implementation and reporting of activities. The Chief of Party will liaise with
collaborating organizations in order to ensure coordination of this project with activities
being undertaken by other partners. The Chief of Party will supervise all activities
under the contract and have overall responsibility for the successful performance of the
technical assistance team. S/he will provide strategic leadership and bear primary
administrative responsibility for all administrative requirements to fulfill the
performance objectives specified in this contract. S/he is the official representative of
the contractor and maintains communication between all relevant stakeholders.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide overall direction of all technical and
administrative operations under the contract; Function as the primary liaison between
the USAID and other collaborating agencies on all administrative and financial matters
related to the project. Adapt, implement, and oversee an annual project planning cycle
which formulates comprehensive annual contract work plans and budgets in accordance
with the USAID annual planning cycle and assures timely disbursement of funds.
Assure integration of technical strategies with each other, and with the overall
operational strategy of the project. Assure that all work planning is completed
effectively with counterparts and partner organizations. Oversee the adaptation and
implementation of management systems with standard operating procedures to
administer all activities funded by the contract. Arrange for and oversee local financial
staff that will be responsible for disbursing all local costs under this project, monitoring
and tracking expenditures, and preparing financial reports of project expenditures for
submission to USAID. Assure the integration, consistency, and high quality of the direct
and subcontracted work under the project. Supervise the work and assess the
performance of all long-term and short-term advisors, consultants, and staff. Manage
and supervise the Project Staff in the identification of project technical assistance needs
required to achieve the expected outputs of the contract, develop suitable scopes of
work, recruit consultants, and execute technical assistance contracts. Supervisory
responsibilities include, but are not limited to, meeting with supervisees on a regular
basis to discuss issues, track work progress, provide guidance and support, and ensure
consistent quality of work performed; conducting Performance Plan and Reviews;
communicating, implementing and assuring adherence to MSH policies, guidelines and
values; developing staff skills and knowledge; approving time sheets; and facilitating
supervisee success whenever possible. Together with the MSH/Cambridge, maintain
good working relationships with all partners and subcontractors to assure that the
project receives the full benefit from their specific areas of expertise. In conjunction
with MSH/Cambridge and the contracts and grants administration unit, supervise all
institutional subcontracts executed under the prime contract. Other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in public health, social sciences, international
development or other closely related field. 10+ years of experience implementing and
managing international development projects. Experience managing PEPFAR projects
of a similar magnitude and complexity. Experience providing capacity building services
to NGOs, including experience with institutional strengthening of NGO administrative
and financial systems, management and leadership initiatives, and oversight of grants
programs. Fluency in English required. Demonstrated interpersonal skills and
experience as an advisor to senior management in community-based organizations.
Excellent communication skills, demonstrated leadership, and the ability to work
collaboratively across technical disciplines. Familiarity with and understanding of US
Government administrative procedures. Experience in at least 2 of the following areas:
prevention, civil society strengthening, health system strengthening or care and support.
Experience as a Chief of Party preferred. 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. To apply for this
position, please submit your cover letter and CV to the Employment Opportunities
section of our website at https://jobs-msh.icims.com.
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PRINCIPAL ASSOCIATE / CHIEF OF PARTY
JORDAN
Abt Associates seeks qualified candidates for a Chief of Party (COP) position in Jordan
(Req#: 2010-4689). The International Health Division is committed to the
improvement of health and healthcare delivery around the world. Serving both the
public and private sectors, our efforts include health policy research and evaluation,
health promotion and disease prevention, health finance, and health systems
management. Our impact is felt in policies that ensure healthcare access for women,
children, and individuals with special needs, in strengthening health infrastructures, and
HIV/AIDS solutions. Minimum Qualifications: MA/MBA with 15+ years of experience
OR PhD with 10 - 15 years of experience OR the equivalent combination of education
and experience. Job Responsibilities: The Chief of Party will provide leadership,
management, and strategic direction to a large, established and experienced team of
health professionals working under a comprehensive health systems strengthening
project, which aims to improve maternal, neonatal and family planning/reproductive
heatlh services in Jordan’s public sector. This position is responsible for leading the
development of a strategic vision, assuring its articulation to staff, partners and USAID,
and aligning those individuals and others in support of the vision. The COP will guide
senior technical staff and will ensure the responsiveness and quality or work along with
efficient use of resources and achievement of results. The Chief of Party has the final
authority within the project team for decisions related to technical, management, and
resource allocation and personnel issues. The Chief of Party will be accountable for the
successful implementation of all aspects of the project. Specific Responsibilities
include: Translating project goals and objectives into implementable strategies and
plans; Providing strong technical and managerial leadership across project activities;
Scanning the environment and taking leadership actions to maximize opportunities and
to strengthen partnerships and alliances; Promoting teamwork and collaboration across
the project and with Government of Jordan counterparts; Clarifying roles, delegating
responsibilities to senior staff, communicating expectations for work and ensuring that
project activities are designed and carried out to contribute to project’s goals and
objectives; Developing and maintaining strong relationships with the client
organizations; Representing project and Abt Associates interests in country. In carrying
out these responsibilities the Chief or Party works in partnership with USAID, the MOH
and other key national partners, and with project team members. Skills/Prerequisites:
Masters Degree (minimum), or a PhD (preferred) in Public Health, Health
Administration, Health Financing, Health Economics, Medicine, or other relevant
health specialization. A minimum of 15 years of experience working at a senior
management levels in strengthening health systems, and/or improving performance of
MNCH/ RH/FP programs in developing countries. Experience in one or more of the
following areas is required: Health Systems Strengthening, Family Planning
/Reproductive Health, Maternal Neonatal and Child Health, Primary health care, and
Clinical Quality Improvement. Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with USAID, senior ministry officials, public, private and civil society
partners and other development/donor partners. Knowledge of the Jordanian health
care system is desirable. Ability to supervise large, complex programs. Demonstrated
leadership and management skills, with proven ability to lead a multi-disciplinary and
multi-cultural team. Excellent interpersonal and team building skills. Strong verbal and
written communications skills in English required, equivalent skills in Arabic language
preferred. PLEASE APPLY ONLINE: http://jobs-abtassociates.icims.com to Job
Requisition #: 2010-4689.
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DEPUTY CHIEF OF PARTY
RWANDA
Chemonics seeks a deputy chief of party for an anticipated five-year, $80-$100 million,
USAID-funded project in Rwanda. The project aims to increase the use of district-level
facilities and community-based family health services through improving service
quality, expanding access to and increasing demand for services, and strengthening
management of services and associated facilities. Responsibilities include: provide day-
to-day oversight and coordination of four technical teams working in an integrated
fashion across health technical areas and across the areas of quality, access, demand,
and management; support the chief of party to ensure timely achievement of project
objectives according to the work plan and performance management plan; and
supervise and support project team leaders. QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced degree in
public health or related field. Minimum 10 years of professional experience in the
public health sector. Significant experience in sub-Saharan Africa highly desired.
Experience leading and supervising large teams of technical staff required. Technical
experience in a combination of family planning and reproductive health; HIV/AIDS;
maternal, neonatal, and child health; malaria prevention and treatment; nutrition; and
safe water and hygiene. Prior experience on an integrated health program highly
preferred. Proficiency in French desirable. TO APPLY: Please send cover letter and
CV with title of position in the subject line to rwandaseniorstaff@chemonics.com by
September 15, 2010. No phone calls. Finalist will be contacted.
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HEALTH TEAM LEADERS
RWANDA
Chemonics seeks health team leaders for an anticipated five-year, $80-$100 million,
USAID-funded project in Rwanda that aims to increase the use of district-level
facilities and community-based family health services. Project focus areas include
improving service quality, expanding access to and increasing demand for services, and
strengthening management of services and associated facilities. We are seeking team
leaders to lead each of the following component areas: Improve quality of facility and
community-based family health services from the provider and consumer perspective.
Expand access to family health services, primarily by increasing the number of skilled
health care providers. Increase demand for facility and community-based family health
services through community mobilization and behavior change communication.
Strengthen management of facility and community-based family health services,
specifically logistics, inventory and storage, referral, transport, and financial
management systems; data management; patient flow; and personnel management.
QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced degree in public health or related field. Minimum 10
years of professional experience in public health, with at least five years of experience
in the relevant area (quality, access, demand, or management). Minimum five years of
experience managing a large, interdisciplinary team. Experience in sub-Saharan Africa
preferred. Proficiency in French desirable. TO APPLY: Please send cover letter and
CV with title of position in the subject line torwandaseniorstaff@chemonics.com by
September 15, 2010. No phone calls. Finalist will be contacted.
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CHIEF OF PARTY
RWANDA
Chemonics seeks a chief of party for an anticipated five-year, $100-million, USAID-
funded project to increase the use of district-level facilities and community-based
family health services in Rwanda. The project aims to improve service quality and
management and to expand access to and demand for services. Responsibilities include:
provide overall project leadership, management, and technical direction; supervise
project technical and administrative staff; collaboratively create and implement a
strategic, long-term programmatic vision; serve as the key liaison with USAID and
international, regional, and national partners; and oversee project work planning,
performance management, and strategic communications. QUALIFICATIONS include:
Advanced degree in public health or related field. Minimum 15 years of professional
experience in the public health sector. Significant experience in sub-Saharan Africa
highly desired. USAID and chief of party experience preferred. Technical experience
in a combination of the following areas: family planning and reproductive health;
HIV/AIDS; maternal, neonatal, and child health; malaria prevention and treatment;
nutrition; and safe water and hygiene. Proven ability to work effectively with various
counterparts and stakeholders. Proficiency in French desirable. TO APPLY: Send
electronic submission to rwandaseniorstaff@chemonics.com by September 15, 2010.
No phone calls please. Finalist will be contacted.
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DEPUTY CHIEF OF PARTY
RWANDA
Chemonics seeks a deputy chief of party for an anticipated five-year, $80-$100 million,
USAID-funded project in Rwanda. The project aims to increase the use of district-level
facilities and community-based family health services through improving service
quality, expanding access to and increasing demand for services, and strengthening
management of services and associated facilities. Responsibilities include: provide day-
to-day oversight and coordination of four technical teams working in an integrated
fashion across health technical areas and across the areas of quality, access, demand,
and management; support the chief of party to ensure timely achievement of project
objectives according to the work plan and performance management plan; and
supervise and support project team leaders. QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced degree in
public health or related field. Minimum 10 years of professional experience in the
public health sector. Significant experience in sub-Saharan Africa highly desired.
Experience leading and supervising large teams of technical staff required. Technical
experience in a combination of family planning and reproductive health; HIV/AIDS;
maternal, neonatal, and child health; malaria prevention and treatment; nutrition; and
safe water and hygiene. Prior experience on an integrated health program highly
preferred. Proficiency in French desirable. TO APPLY: Please send cover letter and
CV with title of position in the subject line to rwandaseniorstaff@chemonics.com by
September 15, 2010. No phone calls. Finalist will be contacted.
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HEALTH TEAM LEADERS
RWANDA
Chemonics seeks health team leaders for an anticipated five-year, $80-$100 million,
USAID-funded project in Rwanda that aims to increase the use of district-level
facilities and community-based family health services. Project focus areas include
improving service quality, expanding access to and increasing demand for services, and
strengthening management of services and associated facilities. We are seeking team
leaders to lead each of the following component areas: Improve quality of facility and
community-based family health services from the provider and consumer perspective.
Expand access to family health services, primarily by increasing the number of skilled
health care providers. Increase demand for facility and community-based family health
services through community mobilization and behavior change communication.
Strengthen management of facility and community-based family health services,
specifically logistics, inventory and storage, referral, transport, and financial
management systems; data management; patient flow; and personnel management.
QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced degree in public health or related field. Minimum 10
years of professional experience in public health, with at least five years of experience
in the relevant area (quality, access, demand, or management). Minimum five years of
experience managing a large, interdisciplinary team. Experience in sub-Saharan Africa
preferred. Proficiency in French desirable. TO APPLY: Please send cover letter and
CV with title of position in the subject line torwandaseniorstaff@chemonics.com by
September 15, 2010. No phone calls. Finalist will be contacted.
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CHIEF OF PARTY
RWANDA
Chemonics seeks a chief of party for an anticipated five-year, $100-million, USAID-
funded project to increase the use of district-level facilities and community-based
family health services in Rwanda. The project aims to improve service quality and
management and to expand access to and demand for services. Responsibilities include:
provide overall project leadership, management, and technical direction; supervise
project technical and administrative staff; collaboratively create and implement a
strategic, long-term programmatic vision; serve as the key liaison with USAID and
international, regional, and national partners; and oversee project work planning,
performance management, and strategic communications. QUALIFICATIONS include:
Advanced degree in public health or related field. Minimum 15 years of professional
experience in the public health sector. Significant experience in sub-Saharan Africa
highly desired. USAID and chief of party experience preferred. Technical experience
in a combination of the following areas: family planning and reproductive health;
HIV/AIDS; maternal, neonatal, and child health; malaria prevention and treatment;
nutrition; and safe water and hygiene. Proven ability to work effectively with various
counterparts and stakeholders. Proficiency in French desirable. TO APPLY: Send
electronic submission to rwandaseniorstaff@chemonics.com by September 15, 2010.
No phone calls please. Finalist will be contacted.
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