Organisation: Alkarama
Position: Human Rights Officer for North Africa
Location: Geneva, Switzerland
Duration: 6-month contract, with possibility of renewal
Start date: 15 March 2012

Job description:

Working closely with Alkarama’s regional offices and contacts in the Arab world, the Human Rights Officer will work to bring an end to individual cases of human rights violations – namely extrajudicial executions, enforced disappearances, torture and arbitrary detention – with a regional focus on the Maghreb. This will include communicating such violations to the UN human rights mechanisms through individual complaints and country reports; carrying out country visits; liaising with regional and national civil society; and undertaking other advocacy actions to achieve these objectives.

Major responsibilities:

• Manage portfolio of individual/group cases of violations and ensure relevant follow up (keeping abreast of developments in the case, further submission of information, media work etc.);
• Research into and preparation of individual complaints to the UN human rights mechanisms (to Special Procedures, Treaty Bodies etc. – includes contact with victims and their families, national and international NGOs, Alkarama country representatives, the UN etc.);
• Drafting and presenting reports on country situations to UN human rights mechanisms (e.g. reviews by Treaty Bodies, Human Rights Council complaint procedure etc. – may include travel to country for research and follow up purposes);
• Supervision of interns;
• Contribution to planning of, and participation in, projects of strategic importance to the organization such as the preparation of Alkarama’s annual report, Alkarama Award.

Requirements:

• Advanced university law degree, or a first-level law degree with related work experience;
• Demonstrated knowledge of the UN human rights system;
• Ability to produce high-quality legal documentation (e.g. individual complaints to Special Procedures);
• Knowledge of the legal, political and cultural realities of the Arab world and particularly those of North Africa;
• Fluency in Arabic and French, working proficiency in English welcomed:
• Swiss work permit and ability to travel to the Maghreb.

Desired:

• Highly organised, able to work quickly, effectively and independently under tight deadlines with colleagues who are often located in remote locations;
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with a number of different partners and contacts, including UN staff, governmental authorities, grassroots organizations, victims and their families, NGOs and the media;
• Ability to work in a small, multicultural team, and respect for diversity.

Benefits and Salary:

• Salary commensurate with experience and responsibilities

To apply, please send your curriculum vitae and a cover letter in one email, with the subject header “Application: Human Rights Officer – North Africa” to jobs@alkarama.org by Monday 27 February 2012.

This vacancy can also be visited on Alkarama’s website:

• In French: http://fr.alkarama.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1082:specialiste-des-droits-de-lhomme-pour-lafrique-du-nord&catid=187:emploi
• In English: http://en.alkarama.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=808:human-rights-officer-for-north-africa&catid=295
• In Arabic: http://ar.alkarama.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4234:2012-02-16-21-01-33&catid=429

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Organisation: World Vision
Position: Referent (m/w) LAC
Location: Friedrichsdorf/Taunus, Germany

World Vision ist ein christliches Hilfswerk mit den Arbeitsschwerpunkten nachhaltige Entwicklungszusammenarbeit, Katastrophenhilfe und entwicklungspolitische Anwaltschaftsarbeit. Im Mittelpunkt der Arbeit steht die Unterstützung von Kindern, ihren Familien und ihrem Umfeld im Kampf gegen Armut und Ungerechtigkeit. Als Christen unterschiedlicher Konfessionen helfen die Mitarbeiter von World Vision weltweit Menschen in Not, unabhängig von ethnischer Herkunft, Religion oder Nationalität. In 47 Ländern und 248 Projekten leistet World Vision Deutschland e.V. mit 155 Mitarbeitern und mit Gesamteinnahmen von knapp 86 Mio. € nachhaltige Hilfe zur Selbsthilfe.

Zu Ihren Aufgaben gehören unter anderem:

• Projektauswahl, -vorbereitung und –planung in enger Zusammenarbeit und im Dialog mit Partnerorganisationen
• Erstellung formaler Projektvorschläge, Antragserarbeitung und Einreichung von Projektanträgen an private Großspender und öffentliche Geber
• Begleitende Projektbetreuung zur Sicherstellung einer qualitativ hochwertigen Projektimplementierung gemäß internationaler Standards; Teilnahme an der Koordination von Projektaktivitäten vor Ort
• Verantwortliche Erstellung von Berichten, Erfassung und Auswertung von Projektberichten und Projektfinanzberichten
• Erstellung deutschsprachiger Dokumentationen der Projekte (ggf. entsprechende Übersetzungsarbeit)
• regelmäßige  Reisetätigkeit unter erschwerten Bedingungen

Ihr Profil:

• Neben Ihrem abgeschlossenen Studium, Ihren sehr guten Englisch – und Spanischkenntnissen und Ihrem gelebten persönlichen christlichen Profil, zeichnen Sie sich u.a. durch folgende Erfahrungen und Eigenschaften aus:
• Engagement und mehrjährige Berufserfahrung im Bereich der Entwicklungszusammenarbeit möglichst bei NROs
• Mehrjährige Auslandserfahrung in Lateinamerika
• Erfahrung mit Projektmanagement und nationalen und internationalen Gebern und deren Richtlinien
• Belastbarkeit, Lernbereitschaft, Flexibilität
• hohe Teamfähigkeit und Fähigkeit zu integrativem Arbeiten
• fundierte Anwenderkenntnisse gängiger Bürosoftware (Office, Notes etc.)

Idealerweise rundet sich Ihr Profil ab durch:

• Portugiesischkenntnisse

Die zunächst auf zwei Jahre befristete Vollzeitstelle mit Dienstort Friedrichsdorf/Taunus. Wollen auch Sie eine bessere Zukunft für Kinder gestalten? Dann freuen wir uns auf Ihre Bewerbung (Anschreiben, tabellarischer Lebenslauf) und (!) Ihre Stellungnahme zu unseren christlichen Grundwerten.

Mit Ihrer elektronischen Bewerbung (PDF / Word) helfen Sie uns, Ihre Bewerbung schnell und kostengünstig zu bearbeiten. Weitere Informationen über uns, unsere Vision und unsere Grundwerte finden Sie auf unserer Internetseite: www.worldvision.de

Gemeinsam Zukunft für Kinder gestalten.

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Organisation: World Vision
Position: Referent (m/w) mit Schwerpunkt Wirtschaftliche Entwicklung und Mikrofinanz
Location: Friedrichsdorf/Taunus, Germany

World Vision ist ein christliches Hilfswerk mit den Arbeitsschwerpunkten nachhaltige Entwicklungszusammenarbeit, Katastrophenhilfe und entwicklungspolitische Anwaltschaftsarbeit. Im Mittelpunkt der Arbeit steht die Unterstützung von Kindern, ihren Familien und ihrem Umfeld im Kampf gegen Armut und Ungerechtigkeit. Als Christen unterschiedlicher Konfessionen helfen die Mitarbeiter von World Vision weltweit Menschen in Not, unabhängig von ethnischer Herkunft, Religion oder Nationalität. In 47 Ländern und 248 Projekten leistet World Vision Deutschland e.V. mit  155 Mitarbeitern und mit Gesamteinnahmen von knapp 86 Mio. € nachhaltige Hilfe zur Selbsthilfe.

Zu Ihren Aufgaben gehören unter anderem:

• Fachliche Analyse und Kommentierung von qualitativ hochwertigen Projekten in den Sektoren bzw. mit Komponenten zur wirtschaftlichen Entwicklung, Social Business und Mikrofinanz in Zusammenarbeit mit Partnerorganisationen inklusive Berichtswesen
• Sie übernehmen die verantwortliche Begleitung von Pilotvorhaben, Projektkonzepten und Initiativen in den Sektoren wirtschaftliche Entwicklung, Social Business und Mikrofinanz
• Sie initiieren und unterstützen die Geschäftsfeld- und Produktentwicklung vor Ort im Sektor Social Business und Entwicklung von marktfähigen Produkten gemeinsam mit Geschäftspartnern in Deutschland und in Entwicklungsländern
• Sie unterstützen bei der Einwerbung von Mittel von Institutionen und Unternehmen/Banken, die auf die Finanzierung von Mikrofinanzsystemen und Social Business spezialisiert sind
• Sie beraten Kollegen und Partnern in Fragen von Programmen und Projekten zur Einkommensschaffung, Armutsbekämpfung sowie im Finanzierungsbereich
• Sie führen Trainings, Projektprüfungen, Social Impact Studies und Evaluierungen durch
• Sie unterstützen das Finanzmanagement von Sektor spezifischen Projekten
• Sie engagieren sich in der Netzwerkarbeit mit anderen Organisationen und der World Vision Partnerschaft zu Themen Economic Development und Microfinance

Ihr Profil

Neben Ihrem abgeschlossenem relevanten Studium (z.B. BWL – oder vergleichbarer Qualifikation), Ihren sehr guten Englischkenntnissen und Ihrer christlichen Überzeugung zeichnen Sie sich u. a. durch folgende Erfahrungen und Eigenschaften aus:

• Mehrjährige Berufs- und Auslandserfahrung im Bereich der wirtschaftlichen Entwicklung in Entwicklungsländern, BWL und Mikrofinanzen
• umfassende Erfahrung mit Instrumenten und Methoden in den Sektoren Armutsbekämpfung und wirtschaftliche Entwicklung sowie Mikrofinanzen
• gute Kenntnisse in der Antragstellung sowie inhaltlichen und finanziellen Abwicklung von mit öffentlichen Mitteln finanzierten Projekten (nationale und internationale Geber)
• fundierte Erfahrung in der nationalen und internationalen NRO Szene
• Reisebereitschaft unter klimatisch erschwerten Bedingungen und kulturelle Sensibilität
• selbständiges Arbeiten und Teamfähigkeit
• Belastbarkeit, Lernbereitschaft, Flexibilität
• Freude am Arbeiten in der Entwicklungszusammenarbeit und Armutsbekämpfung

Die zunächst auf zwei Jahre befristete Vollzeitstelle mit Dienstort Friedrichsdorf/Taunus. Wollen auch Sie eine bessere Zukunft für Kinder gestalten? Dann freuen wir uns auf Ihre Bewerbung (Anschreiben, tabellarischer Lebenslauf) und (!) Ihre Stellungnahme zu unseren christlichen Grundwerten.

Mit Ihrer elektronischen Bewerbung (PDF / Word) helfen Sie uns, Ihre Bewerbung schnell und kostengünstig zu bearbeiten. Weitere Informationen über uns, unsere Vision und unsere Grundwerte finden Sie auf unserer Internetseite: www.worldvision.de

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Organisation: Iran Human Rights Documentation Center
Position: Human Rights Lawyer
Location: New Haven, Connecticut, USA

The Iran Human Rights Documentation Center (IHRDC) is an independent, non-profit and strictly non-partisan organization that promotes human rights and the rule of law by documenting and reporting on human rights abuses in Iran. IHRDC’s in-depth reports and legal analysis are published in Persian and English and disseminated world-wide.  The IHRDC focuses on allegations of the most serious violations of human rights, such as murder, torture, unlawful imprisonment, enforced disappearance, sexual violence, and persecution on political, religious or gender grounds.

A key component of the mission of the IHRDC is the Aadel human rights database, an archive of video, images, audio and documents relating to human rights abuses in Iran.  The documents, in English and Farsi (Persian), are available to the public on IHRDC’s website, www.iranhrdc.org.  The database is fully searchable.

Available Position

The IHRDC currently has an opening for a Human Rights Lawyer (HRL).  The principal function of the HRL is to act as legal counsel and project manager on all aspects of international human rights and humanitarian law as they apply to thematic case studies of violations in Iran.  The HRL will interview witnesses, prepare witness statements, and research and draft project reports.  The HRL will also edit pieces in English for IHRDC’s “Inside Iran” feature – a running column of human rights reporting from inside Iran (http://www.iranhrdc.org/english/news/inside-iran/index.1.html).

The position is available now.  Salary offered will be between $48,000 and $52,000 per annum, based on experience and qualifications.  The position offers excellent medical and retirement benefits.

Responsibilities

• Researching, drafting, editing and reviewing project reports and thematic case studies.
• Editing pieces for IHRDC’s “Inside Iran” feature (in English).
• Conducting interviews of witnesses and victims telephonically and in person, and drafting witness statements.  Ability to conduct investigations amongst traumatized populations and, on occasion, in politically sensitive environments.
• Researching relevant international treaty and customary law, in addition to case law of international and regional human rights courts and war crimes tribunals.
• Researching relevant civil and criminal laws of the Islamic Republic of Iran and other jurisdictions, where appropriate.
• Assisting in the maintenance of the Aadel collection (the IHRDC’s human rights database) and developing relationships with the custodians of private human rights document collections.
• Supervising and monitoring the progress of researchers, project assistants and interns.
• Representing the IHRDC in human rights conferences and workshops, and fostering relationships with local, national and international organizations dedicated to the advancement of human rights.

Job Qualifications

• Law degree (J.D. or L.L.B., L.L.M.) required.  Excellent legal analysis and writing skills required.  Ability to read, speak, and understand Farsi (Persian) and English is required.  Farsi (Persian) writing ability is preferred.
• Knowledge particularly of Iran or of the Middle East, especially with regard to human rights issues, is desirable.  Knowledge of international human rights, humanitarian law and public international law is highly desirable.  Experience interviewing witnesses and taking statements is an asset.

Candidates must be able to relocate to New Haven, Connecticut, and be able to travel domestically and internationally.

To Apply

Applicants should email their resume, cover letter and an unedited writing sample by February 17, 2012 to jobs@iranhrdc.org.

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Organisation: National Alliance of State & Territorial Aids Directors
Position: Surveillance Study Coordinator, Global Program
Location: Washington, DC, USA, with up to 40% travel abroad
Reports to: Associate Director, Global Program

Purpose and Description

The Surveillance Study Coordinator, Global Program reports to the Associate Director, Global Program at NASTAD. The position is responsible for managing implementation of one or more epidemiologic surveillance studies with partner countries, transferring knowledge and expertise to the local partner, and providing guidance and technical support on research design, implementation, data analysis and use. The focus of this work will be behavioral surveillance, perhaps supplemented with case-based surveillance.

The Surveillance Study Coordinator, Global Program is expected to identify resources to address potential implementation hurdles, to coach and mentor local implementing partners, and to maintain and strengthen the reputation of NASTAD as a highly capable organization, whose agenda is primarily to partner with government and assist with its most pressing needs addressing the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Please note that this is not academic research.

Essential Functions

Program Management and Administration:

• Thoroughly review and understand all components of the study objectives and methodology, and gather relevant information and resources needed to ensure successful implementation
• Create and manage the pre-study and study implementation plan, including division of labor, definition of roles and responsibilities, and implementation oversight
• Propose and organize capacity building and quality assurance resources to support success thorough implementation
• Meet with local implementation manager on a weekly basis and ensure clear understanding of joint work plan and deliverables
• Where applicable, work with local partner to define study contractor/field staff needs, terms of reference, and assist with hiring process; co-manageoversight of the study contractor/field staff
• Mentor and coach local implementers to ensure transfer of knowledge and sustainability of study design and implementation
• Ensure reporting out on deliverables, including tools, resources, and building blocks of study design and implementation support
• Apply strategic and innovative vision to overcome obstacles to implementation

Technical Support:

• Study Design: Provide proactive, rapid, and high quality technical assistance to:
• Preparation or refinement of study design and protocol writing
• Development or refinement of data collection forms, procedures,
  databases, etc.
• Preparation of non-research determination requests/IRB approvals
• Ensure compliance with human subjects requirements

• Data Use and Statistics: Provide proactive, rapid, and high quality technical assistance to partners for:
• Definition and use of data analysis and statistical methods
• Implementation of data analysis and statistics where needed

• Study Coordination: Provide proactive, rapid, and high quality technical assistance to partners for:
• Assistance with implementation planning and management
• Training and capacity building planning and support for study
  implementation
• Design of a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation plan for
  study implementation

Other:

• Guide and manage TA provider teams for assigned activities, including the creation of scopes of work, travel planning, and project orientation
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with key stakeholders in assigned countries, including U.S. and indigenous government at both ministerial and administrative levels, as well as international agencies, NGOs, and donors
• Liaise with other country programs and TA teams to identify best practices and, when appropriate, adapt/test them in the country
• Plan, conduct and evaluate workshops and/or trainings related to the Global Program
• Contribute to Global Program efforts to publish and disseminate Global Program outcome and impact findings
• Attend HIV/AIDS meetings and conferences as assigned

Minimum Requirements

Education/Experience

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field
• Minimum of three years’ experience in applied public health research and/or research study coordination
• Strong and demonstrated experience in applied public health research, and/or program monitoring and evaluation and data use
• Comfortable and confident with applied public health data analysis and statistics
• Experience in HIV/AIDS epidemiological surveillance highly valued, particularly behavioral surveillance
• Direct experience living and/or working in a developing country preferred
• Experience developing and implementing program plans and managing trainings is required

Knowledge & Skills

• Excellent written/oral communication and presentation skills
• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS, including HIV prevention, care and treatment best practices and approaches to changing individual and community HIV risk factors
• Ability to navigate complex government processes with multiple influencers, while negotiating and achieving consensus
• Must be great mentor, manager, role model and team player/builder; must have, and meet, high performance standards; must lead staff and team in meeting and/or exceeding expectations and goals
• Strong analytical skills
• Exceptional ability to work independently and autonomously
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with partners, staff, and colleagues with a high level of tact, diplomacy and confidentiality
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with strong computer skills
• Must be available to travel internationally

Physical Effort and Dexterity

• Position requires mobility and ability to travel independently

Visual Acuity, Hearing, and Speaking

• Excellent verbal and written command of the English language is required
• Position requires the ability to communicate effectively both in person and via telephone and/or non-visual internet connection

Environment and Scheduling

• Interest in working with an HIV/AIDS public health organization
• Interest in working within a diverse work environment
• Travel requirement may be up to 40% with extended stays of up to three weeks in target country(s)

Special Working Conditions

• Working conditions in developing countries are resource constrained and may require extra health precautions such as malaria prophylaxis

This position is full-time for a maximum period of one year, subject to available funding. There is no minimum period of employment, and employment may be terminated by NASTAD at any time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason. During or following the contract period, the incumbent may be considered for other open positions, based on demonstrated competency in achieving results, organizational needs and/or funding availability.

This position is classified FLSA exempt.

Employer’s Rights

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.

The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.

How to Apply
Qualified candidates should apply by e-mail only to HumanResources@NASTAD.org. Subject line should read “Study Coord, Global Program” only and a cover letter, with salary requirements, and resume should be attached. Only candidates being considered for this
position will be contacted. NO PHONE CALLS in reference to this position will be accepted.

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Organisation: Better Cotton Initiative
Position: Fundraising Manager
Location: Geneva, Switzerland

The Better Cotton Initiative is looking for a Fundraising Manager to lead on and further develop its philanthropic income generation. As a member of the management team you will provide expertise and leadership that enables BCI to deliver its ‘whole team’ approach to fundraising.

The successful applicant will have a proven strong track record of fundraising for multi-year grants of more than Euro 500,000 per year and a personal interest in international economic development, environment and/or corporate social responsibility.

Background

Cotton is one of the most important and widely grown crops in the world, and with more than 90% of cotton farmers living in developing countries, cotton production is fundamental to the livelihoods of millions of poor farmers and workers. However, current cotton growing methods need to change as they are placing unsustainable levels of stress on the environment and the people who produce it. Change means using fewer pesticides, managing water more efficiently, improving soil health and bio-diversity, improving fibre quality, and improving the welfare of farm workers.

The Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) is a multi-stakeholder initiative – from producer to retailer – who have decided to act together to reduce damaging environmental and social consequences of cotton production.

BCI aims to make global cotton production better for the people who produce it, better for the environment it grows in and better for the sector’s future.

BCI’s mandate is to increase demand for Better Cotton, to reduce the negative impacts of cotton production worldwide, and to advance economic and life opportunities for cotton farmers and workers. BCI will catalyse the mass market production of cotton produced more sustainably, by creating demand on a global scale for a new mainstream commodity, Better Cotton, and by generating investment in training and skills for farmers to help them produce Better Cotton.

Better Cotton is cotton grown in a way that aims to reduce stress on the local environment and improve the livelihoods and welfare of farming communities. As such, Better Cotton represents a new globally recognised standard for more sustainable cotton production.

Key to BCI’s approach is to show farmers that it makes business sense to grow Better Cotton, and to equip farmers with the knowhow and tools to steadily improve their farming practices, which means meeting globally recognised standards for reducing pesticide usage, managing water better, improving soil health and the welfare of farm workers.

Smallholder cotton farmers need support to make these changes and BCI consequently promotes training, better access to finance and help with the organisation of farmers in to effective producer organisations.

Philanthropic income generation at BCI

From 2013, BCI will move to a business model where a significant proportion of our work is funded through earned income from members. This shift will take several years to come into full effect, during which philanthropic income will continue to be important.

In 2012 65% of our income will be from philanthropic sources, and we need to raise approximately Euro2 million per year to ensure we deliver a successful programme. We currently receive the majority of our support from three main partners: SECO; SIDA; and the Better Cotton Fast Track Programme (a consortium of Dutch funders – IDH, ICCO and the Rabobank Foundation).

We are mainly a second tier organisation, providing a strategic framework and a range of support to first tier organisations that work either directly with cotton farmers, or with local NGOs. Our experience so far tells us that in addition to approaching donors willing to support second tier organisations, we also need to submit proposals together with our first tier partners where funding goes to both field activities and supports our global programme and operating costs.

BCI has made a commitment to effective fundraising, which means the whole management team share responsibility for the success of the fundraising programme, and individual proposals will be led by the most appropriate person.

Job Description

The Fundraising Manager will be responsible for developing the BCI fundraising strategy, leading on proposal creation and prospect identification and coordinate fundraising work internally, while delivery will be a whole team effort. The position forms part of the management team and reports to the Executive Director. In addition to our management team, you will find a skilled and committed group of BCI members from the corporate sector ready to support you with introductions and their powerful presence at donor meetings. Our members have already committed over Euro4 million in match-funding to philanthropic grants, providing the BCI with access to significant grant funding for us and our first tier partners. They have also attended donor meetings and opened doors to key funders. You will be supported by a part time fundraising officer.

Responsibilities

Strategy Development

• Develop BCI’s fundraising strategy for 2013 – 2015 to support the BCI overall strategy and to meet BCI fundraising targets.
• Contribute to the development and review of BCI’s strategy and future direction.
• Manage the fundraising budget to ensure cost effective delivery of the fundraising programme.

Relationship Management

• Lead on the development and maintenance of BCI’s fundraising database, to ensure that all contacts are current and that appropriate follow-up is done in a timely manner.
• Be responsible for keeping the BCI Development Committee engaged and appropriately informed. The committee is made up of BCI donors who provide in excess of Euro100,000 funding per year.
• Coordinate activities and information flows between the BCI Global Secretariat and BCI-UK fundraising programmes (BCI-UK is an independent legal entity, with charitable status in the UK and USA, that works to support the BCI).

Donor cultivation and prospect management

• Direct and oversee prospect research, to ensure that research is aligned to BCI strategic aims.
• Advise the management team on the selection of prospects and provide guidance on a ‘donor development plan’ to the lead person for each prospect (you will also lead on a number of prospects).
• Prospect cultivation and engagement, in partnership with the lead person, to engage prospects, secure meetings and maintain active engagement.

Donor Reporting

• Oversee donor reporting and provide guidance to the BCI Fundraising Officer on style and content, assume responsibility for ensuring high quality and appropriate content.
• Respond to prospect and existing donor enquiries for information and support in a timely manner.

Funding proposals

• Give guidance to the management team to ensure that project plans include the background information and themes that are strategically important to prospects/donors while also within BCI’s strategic aims.
• Direct and oversee research into thematic areas key to proposal development.
• Build funding proposals based on the project plans developed by the relevant member/s of the BCI management team for proposals with a value of over Euro250,000, and oversee development of proposals to lesser values, to ensure that BCI funding proposals are of the highest quality.

External Communications

• Represent the BCI at key donor conferences and meetings to build continuous support for BCI approach and strategy.
• Ensure that existing donors and key prospects receive all relevant information produced by the BCI on an annual basis.
• Develop generic donor communication materials in collaboration with the BCI Communications Manager.

Beyond these specific responsibilities the Fundraising Manager is expected to work closely with their line-manager to support the delivery of the BCI’s mission.

Working Arrangements

The successful candidate will report to the Executive Director for their work programme, activities and outputs.The position is part-time, with an envisaged 40% until May 2012, and 60% after that. It is based in Geneva, Switzerland.

The Fundraising Manager will receive a fixed-term contract until the end of 2012, with a 3 month initial trial period. Pending the outcome of the 2012 Strategic Review, renewal may be possible.

The Fundraising Manager is expected to attend special events, some of which may occur in the evenings or weekends. Some travel will be required.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Profile

To be successful, candidates for the Fundraising Manager role will have the following attributes:

Skills & knowledge

Essential

• A basic understanding of the product certification sector and relevant industry self-regulation
• Effective fundraising management and planning skills evidenced by a full knowledge of philanthropic income sources and their application, the legislative environment for the charitable sector, fundraising planning and monitoring tools
• Effective fundraising research, donor cultivation and bid writing skills evidenced by successful proposals with an individual value of more than €1 million
• Knowledge of the current fundraising environment
• IT literacy, to include: Word; PowerPoint; Excel; Outlook
• Literacy sufficient to support EC level funding applications and the ability to write in a wide range of styles
• Ability to analyse complex budgets and manipulate budget data
• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills
• Well-developed personal strategies for time and complex process management; data management and internal communications

Desirable

• Knowledge of one or more of the following: ILO Decent Work; FAO Integrated Pest Management; civil society and producer organisations; corporate social responsibility
• Professional fundraising qualification at management and strategy level, or relevant qualifications in business management
• Professional fundraising qualification at executive level, or relevant qualifications in marketing and sales
• Recent presentations at fundraising conferences and/or attendance at relevant professional fundraising events
• Knowledge of building Access databases
• Two or more languages
• Ability to read and present ‘audited accounts’
• Qualification or formal training in public speaking and presentation
• Qualification or formal training in time-management, information management and effective internal communications

Experience

Essential

• At least 5 years fundraising in a senior role, with personal annual income targets of not less than Euro1.5 million
• Experience of planning and executing fundraising activities over 3 years, supported by Annual Operating Plans
• Lead role in a successful funding application to the EC or European government worth more than Euro1.5 million
• Experience of leading or coordinating funding applications involving three or more partners in total
• Face to face meetings and presentations to at least two government or multilateral funding agencies
• Responsibility for database input, updates, and support
• Contracting and managing fundraising freelancers to deliver research and/or bid-writing
• Major donor fundraising, with particular reference to cultivation, bid presentation and post donation management
• Management of at least 24 medium value and above (Euro+10,000 per year) donors and prospects concurrently.

Desirable

• Sole senior fundraiser in a small NGO, with personal annual income target of not less than Euro2.5 million
• Project planning and delivery in an economic development / inclusive business environment
• Lead role in three or more successful funding applications with an individual value of over Euro2.5 million, in both European and Northern American context
• Experience of leading or coordinating funding applications including at least one partner who is providing match funding
• Presentations at international conferences
• Management of commissioning new fundraising database
• Contracting freelancers to deliver major donor events; sponsorship events; direct mail campaigns; or other forms of fundraising
• Major donor research and event management; direct mail management and delivery
• Management of mixed income portfolio including government grants; trusts; major donors; and public appeals.

Applications

Interested applicants with the required attributes are asked to send, in English, a detailed CV and a brief covering letter (2 pages maximum) to recruitment [at] bettercotton.org

• Application deadline: Sunday 26 February
• First round phone interviews: 1-2 March 2012
• Second round interviews: in Geneva (to be confirmed during first round interview)
• Start Date: 19 March 2012 or as soon as possible after this date.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates short-listed for a  telephone interview will be contacted.

In line with Swiss labour law, preference will be given to Swiss or EU nationals, or candidates already in possession of a Swiss work/residency permit.

The BCI is an equal opportunities employer, and is committed to good practice and transparency in the management of natural, human and financial resources.

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Organisation: Public Health Institute /Technical Assistance Group, Office of US Foreign Disaster Assistance, Bureau for Democracy, Conflict, and Humanitarian Assistance, United States Agency for International Development
Position: Technical Advisor II or III: Public Health Technical Advisor
Location: Washington, DC, USA
Assignment: Two year fellowship
Reference: GHFP II-PI-023

The Global Health Fellows Program (GHFP-II) is a five year cooperative agreement implemented and managed by the Public Health Institute in partnership with CDC Development Solutions and Management Systems International. GHFP-II is supported by the US Agency for International Development (USAID).

GHFP-II’s goal is to improve the effectiveness of USAID health programs by developing and increasing the capacity of health professionals with tailored development opportunities. This is accomplished through the recruitment, placement and support of diverse health professionals at the junior, mid and senior levels, and professional development activities aimed at enhancing the technical and leadership skills of global health professionals.

INTRODUCTION

The Office of US Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA) is the office within USAID responsible for facilitating and coordinating US Government emergency assistance overseas. As part of USAID’s Bureau for Democracy, Conflict, and Humanitarian Assistance (DCHA), OFDA provides humanitarian assistance to save lives, alleviate human suffering, and reduce the social and economic impact of humanitarian emergencies worldwide. Within OFDA, the Technical Assistance Group (TAG) provides technical oversight and support for a variety of humanitarian sectors.

The Public Health Technical Advisor serves as part of the TAG Public Health and Nutrition Team, which consists of advisors in nutrition; water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH); and pharmaceuticals and medical commodities. S/he may also work with other elements of the TAG team such as advisors in agriculture, protection and vulnerable populations, and shelter and settlements to provide a multidisciplinary approach to disaster response and risk reduction. The Public Health Technical Advisor receives day to day guidance from the TAG Team Leader. S/he is expected to act independently with little direction but in close coordination with the Public Health and Nutrition Team lead and Senior TAG Public Health Advisor.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The primary responsibilities of the Public Health Technical Advisor include:

• Provide expert advice to USAID and OFDA staff based in Washington, DC or in field offices for public health interventions during a disaster response. Following reports of natural disasters or large scale conflict, s/he may be asked to provide recommendations for response in public health related sectors to OFDA staff
• Formulate and convey public health technical and policy positions of USAID/OFDA through interactions with NGO partners, other donor agencies, the international humanitarian community, and other USAID staff working in the public health sectors, attending pertinent meetings and other events as appropriate
• In collaboration with USAID/Washington and regional field office staff, co-lead the development of regional and country programmatic strategies and guidance related to humanitarian programming in the public health sector
• Conduct public health assessments of the affected populations and recommend appropriate relief activities, while facilitating and coordinating US Government emergency technical response activities with USAID Missions, other donor agencies, and the US Embassy
• Participate in the Global Health Cluster
• Monitor OFDA-funded activities to ensure the proper use of OFDA program funds
• Review and comment on proposals submitted by NGO and United Nations’ partners for humanitarian response and disaster risk reduction in the public health sector
• Identify emergency public health mitigation and prevention measures that could be linked to disaster response activities. Review mitigation principals and recommend course(s) of action to OFDA-Washington staff
• Participate in assessment teams, Disaster Assistance Response Teams, Response Management Teams, and other office duties as requested
• Provide “in-service” brownbag presentations to USAID and OFDA staff on current public health related topics
• Participate in appropriate OFDA general or sector specific training either as a participant and/or trainer

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

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• MD/PhD preferred; will also consider Master’s degree in public health or related field with extensive relevant field experience and training
• Experience working for a nongovernmental organization, international organization, or US Government or agencies working in humanitarian relief and response in emergency public health
• Comprehension of guiding concepts of emergency public health interventions in developing countries and ability to represent the humanitarian perspective
• 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
• Demonstrated flexibility and openness in responding to changing work priorities and environments
• Strong written and oral communications skills, including the ability to write technical documents and give high level presentations to colleagues in and outside of USAID
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience in working effectively in an independent capacity and as a member of a team
• Good computer skills
• Ability and willingness to travel internationally (20 to 30%)
• US Citizenship required

In addition to the above, the position requires the following at each level:

Technical Advisor II:

• Minimum five years’ relevant experience working with a nongovernmental organization, international organization, or the US government or agencies working in humanitarian relief and response in the emergency public health field; at least two years’ experience in international or resource challenged settings, preferably in the emergency public health field

Technical Advisor III:

• Minimum ten years’ relevant experience working with a nongovernmental organization, international organization or the US government or agencies working in humanitarian relief and response public health; three to five years’ experience in international or resource challenged settings, preferably in the emergency public health field

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary 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/2012_Benefits_Booklet_GHFP.pdf

TO APPLY

All applicants are required to apply for this position through GHFP-II’s online recruitment system at https://www.ghfp.net/recruitment/, which allows you to store your CV, profile and bio data form in our database. A separate cover letter describing your qualifications and experience, interest and familiarity with issues relating to this position, and how this position relates to your career goals is required for each application. All online applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm Eastern Time February 14, 2012.

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Organisation: Médecins Sans Frontières / Doctors Without Borders (Switzerland)
Positions: 2 flying trainers, Experts in Field Finance
Location: Various countries
Assignment: Start as soon as possible

Context

MSF Switzerland currently manages missions in about 22 countries, carrying out between 55 and 60 projects. To ensure that money entrusted by private and public donors to MSF is well managed, MSF employs on each mission administrative staff, both international and national (financial coordinators, administrators, accountants, etc). International staff receives a brief training & briefing in Geneva before departure, but additional and more personalized capacity building (including both training & coaching) once on the spot, is often essential to ensure that they can start their mission & assume their function in the best possible terms.

Role and Responsibilities

These 2 experts will perform successive short missions in training and coaching of key financial staff.

The content of each mission shall be

- partially defined in general terms of reference, based upon : existing finance procedures, the job description of the person trained & coached, and specific potential risks identified by the controller during the briefing

- and partially to be adjusted / complemented locally by the trainers themselves, based on their observed weaknesses & needs identified on the spot
The topics subject to training & coaching are everything related to financial management of field missions, and financial responsibilities that must be assumed at various levels, including in particular:

• Respective roles & financial responsibilities of the key positions in the mission
• Specific role of the finance coordinator vs other members of the coordination team
• Organization / structure of the finance team
• Field bookkeeping
• Daily management tools, compliance to financial procedures
• Cash & bank management
• Budget planning & monitoring
• Allocation & follow-up of expenses (accounting, analytic, funding…)
• Financial analysis, cost analysis
• Management of institutional donors
• Monitoring of commitments, archiving of key documents to provide for audits (accounting, donors, procurement, HR, contracts, etc)
• Internal Control Systems, analyzing weaknesses & identifying risks
• Management of the finance team

A planning of assignments will be established step by step, based upon risks & needs identified on specific key missions and positions, and validated by the field finance function referent, in coordination with the administrators’ pool manager & the finance controllers. Ideally, all key finance staff leaving with MSF or holding a new position for the first time, should be visited within 3 months of their arrival on the field.

The length of each mission can vary, usually between 3 & 6 weeks maximum.

Reporting

Those experts will report to the field finance function referent at headquarters, who is part of the “Funding & Operational Finance Support” service. A briefing of a few days will take place in Geneva before each mission, as well as a debriefing at return, in particular with members of the relevant geographic cell and operational finance service.

A written detailed report must be written after each mission, to be submitted to the field finance careers referent, the head of operational finance, and the finance controller supervising this mission.

Required profile :

• University degree, preferably in business administration / finance
• Strong prior experience as an administrator / finance coordinator for iNGO’s required, on numerous & various contexts, in the field and in large coordinations, preferably with MSF
• Ideally also experience as a finance controller at headquarters of an iNGO
• Demonstrated experience of international institutional donors, including especially budget construction and financial report preparation for complex multi-donors co-funding
• Demonstrated experience in capacity building of financial staff desired
• Bilingual French / English, excellent written & oral communication skills, leadership skills
• Rigor & logic, able to prioritize multiple tasks & meet deadlines
• Flexibility, good interpersonal communication skills, open and associative mind
• Advanced user of Excel & Field accounting packages

Employment conditions :

• Short-term contract, 12 months, renewable
• Must be able to travel up to 80% of the time on missions – usually travelling through Geneva. It is considered as a field position.
• Start date : as soon as possible
• Salary : 5’500 CHF (about 4’500 EUR)

Please send your complete application (including cover letter, CV/resume, and scanned copies of diplomas and work certificates) by email to: msfch-recruitment@geneva.msf.org, specifying on the subject line : «flying finance coach». The applications will be considered with strict confidentiality.

To work at MSF-Switzerland headquarters or in the field, please check our website : www.msf.ch

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Organisation: Public Health Institute / Service Delivery Improvement Division, Office of Population and Reproductive Health, United States Agency for International Development
Position: Technical Advisor II: Family Planning/Reproductive Health Technical Advisor
Location: Washington, DC, USA
Assignment: Two year fellowship
Reference: GHFP II-PI-022

The Global Health Fellows Program (GHFP-II) is a five year cooperative agreement implemented and managed by the Public Health Institute in partnership with CDC Development Solutions and Management Systems International. GHFP-II is supported by the US Agency for International Development (USAID).

GHFP-II’s goal is to improve the effectiveness of USAID health programs by developing and increasing the capacity of health professionals with tailored development opportunities. This is accomplished through the recruitment, placement and support of diverse health professionals at the junior, mid and senior levels, and professional development activities aimed to enhance the technical and leadership skills of global health professionals.

INTRODUCTION

The objective of USAID’s service delivery program in family planning and reproductive health, within the framework of the Global Health Initiative (GHI), is to develop, test and facilitate scale up of innovative and evidence-based, strategies, interventions and approaches that improve the performance of individuals, organizations and systems for sustainable delivery of quality family planning and related services.

The Family Planning/Reproductive Health Technical Advisor (the Advisor) will work in the Service Delivery Improvement (SDI) Division, Office of Population and Reproductive Health (PRH), Bureau for Global Health (GH).  S/he will provide technical assistance to the “Responding to the Need for Family Planning Through Expanded Contraceptive Choices and Program Services” (RESPOND) Project.  The RESPOND Project is USAID’s global project for strengthening quality family planning/reproductive health service delivery with a focus on informed and voluntary use of long-acting and permanent methods (LA/PMs) of contraception.  The goal of this award is to expand access to high-quality family planning information and services in order to reduce unintended pregnancy and promote healthy reproductive behaviors.  This will be accomplished by assisting developing countries to strengthen holistic and evidence based approaches to strengthen supply, demand and the enabling environment for family planning and reproductive health services, with a focus on LA/PMs, and providing global leadership to advance learning and application of state of the art approaches for LA/PMs.

The SDI Division implements and manages other projects with related components; i.e. Maternal and Child Health Integrated Programs which supports the integration of family planning with maternal, neonatal and child health services; Support for International Family Planning Organizations which strengthens the quality and availability of family planning services through international organizations; Strengthening Health Outcomes through Private Sector which expands family planning availability through private sector initiatives; Advancing Communities which increases family planning availability through community based programming; Evidence to Action which supports scale up of evidence-based practices for FP/RH service delivery; and Sustainable Leadership, Management & Governance and CapacityPlus, which strengthen the capacity of health personnel to train, provide, manage, lead and govern family planning services and programs.

The Advisor will substantially contribute to the oversight, implementation and management of the RESPOND Project, under the technical guidance of the Agreement Officer’s Technical Representative and in collaboration with other team members.  This includes reviewing work plans, budgets, monitoring and evaluation plans, project products, and annual management reviews.  S/he will contribute to the preparation of regular reports on project performance, as well as financial reporting, analysis, and projections.  S/he will provide technical guidance to other Division projects as called upon.  S/he will participate in one or more Agency or Bureau initiatives, such as GHI, USAID Forward, and Bellmon Estimation Studies for Title II Project, as well as Bureau and Office technical working groups.  S/he will provide technical support to Mission health teams and assist in keeping Mission health teams informed on Washington directions and health sector initiatives.  S/he will coordinate with other staff in SDI, PRH, GH Bureau, Regional Bureaus, other US government agencies, Cooperating Agencies, donors and host governments to identify and utilize synergistic project opportunities to avoid duplication of project products.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities of the Family Planning and Reproductive Health Technical Advisor include:

A.  Technical Project Oversight, primarily for the RESPOND Project and with other Division Projects as called upon (65% LOE)

• Provide technical and strategic guidance, administrative oversight, and management support to the RESPOND project, and other SDI projects as requested
• Facilitate project monitoring through weekly meetings, annual management reviews and follow-up communications, and making field site visits
• Support RESPOND Project implementation through: (a) guiding, developing and reviewing core budget requests, work plans, performance monitoring plans and progress reports; (b) tracking financial reporting; and (c) presenting project results during annual results reviews
• Identify opportunities and develop plans for:  (a) gathering, synthesizing and reviewing evidence on FP/RH and LA/PM service delivery interventions and approaches, (b) defining evidence-based FP/RH and LA/PM interventions and approaches, and (c) supporting strategies for applying and scaling-up evidence-based FP/RH and LA/PM interventions and approaches
• Coordinate with other PRH Divisions: Research and Technology Utilization, Policy, Evaluation and Communication and Contraceptive Supply and Logistics  and Technical Priority Champions to identify opportunities to collaborate on implementation of evidence-based interventions and approaches that support testing and scale up of service delivery approaches
• Establish and maintain communication with USAID Missions to inform about RESPOND and evidence-based FP/RH and LA/PM interventions and approaches; coordinate support for the project’s field activities through work planning, and monitoring project implementation, performance and results in country programs
• Support project evaluation through designing evaluations and assessments, drafting related scopes of work and supporting outside evaluation teams
• Collaborate with staff from other Global Health Bureau Offices, Regional Bureaus, US government agencies, other donors, multilateral agencies, non-governmental agencies (NGOs), faith -based organizations (FBOs) and others

B.  Serve as FP/RH Technical Advisor to PRH Office, GH Bureau, other Bureaus and Agency programs and initiatives and Missions    (35% LOE)

• Co-chair the LA/PM Technical Priority to advance the strategy for global leadership, mainstreaming, and supporting the field to include, implement and scale up a holistic approach for LA/PMs within the country’s method mix
• Lead or support project design by providing technical input, drafting concept papers and scopes of work for RFA/RFPs, and serving on Technical Evaluation Committees
• Coordinate strategic approaches to FP/RH with:  (a) other divisions in PRH, (b) other health divisions such as maternal, newborn and child health, (c) the Office of HIV/AIDS, (d) other sectors, such as education, governance and income generation, and (e) Regional Bureaus. As requested, make technical contributions to USAID programs and initiatives
• Provide technical support as a member of one or more USAID/Washington Health Country Teams
• Participate in Global Health Bureau working groups and other Global Technical Priority teams as needed and as time permits
• Provide assistance to USAID Missions in the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of FP/RH project activities, country strategies, GHI strategies
• Collaborate with other US governmental agencies, NGOs, FBOs, donors and multilaterals, and representatives from the host government and the NGO/FBO and commercial sectors

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

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree in public health, health policy, business administration, social sciences, nursing, midwifery or medical degree, or other relevant discipline
• Strong technical expertise in FP/RH, especially expertise in LA/PMs
• Minimum of five years’ experience in design, administration, management and/or implementation of developing country health programs in the public, NGO and/or commercial sectors with a focus on FP/RH, including LA/PMs, with at least two years’ in experience in an international or resource challenged setting
• Knowledge of USAID reforms, health initiatives, regulations, and project management preferred
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation experience
• Foreign language fluency
• Demonstrated flexibility and openness in responding to changing work priorities and environment
• Strong computer skills including PowerPoint, Excel, Word and other software relevant to presentations
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to lead and work in teams
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally (about 25%)
• US Citizenship

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

Salary 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/2012_Benefits_Booklet_GHFP.pdf

TO APPLY

All applicants are required to apply for this position through GHFP-II’s online recruitment system at https://www.ghfp.net/recruitment/, which allows you to store your CV, profile and bio data form in our database. A separate cover letter describing your qualifications and experience, interest and familiarity with issues relating to this position, and how this position relates to your career goals is required for each application. All applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm Eastern Time on 1/24/2012.

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Organisation: Public Health Institute / Technical Leadership and Research Division, Office of HIV/AIDS, Bureau for Global Health, United States Agency for International Development
Position: Technical Advisor III: Senior Prevention Advisor, Medical Male Circumcision
Location: Washington, DC, USA
Assignment: Two year fellowship
Reference: GHFP II-P1-019

The Global Health Fellows Program (GHFP-II) is a five year cooperative agreement implemented and managed by the Public Health Institute in partnership with CDC Development Solutions and Management Systems International. GHFP-II is supported by the US Agency for International Development (USAID).

GHFP-II’s goal is to improve the effectiveness of USAID health programs by developing and increasing the capacity of health professionals with tailored development opportunities. This is accomplished through the recruitment, placement and support of diverse health professionals at the junior, mid and senior levels, and professional development activities aimed at enhancing the technical and leadership skills of global health professionals.

BACKGROUND:

USAID remains at the forefront of the US Government (USG) response in the fight against HIV/AIDS, funding over $6 billion since inception of its international HIV/AIDS program in 1986, and providing HIV/AIDS assistance in nearly 100 countries worldwide. The Agency is a key partner in the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), the largest commitment ever by any nation for an international health initiative dedicated to a single disease – a ten-year, $37 billion multifaceted approach to combating the disease in more than 120 countries around the world.

Voluntary medical male circumcision (VMMC) has been demonstrated to substantially reduce the risk of heterosexual acquisition of HIV infection in men. Accordingly, in countries with high rates of heterosexual HIV infection and low rates of male circumcision, PEPFAR is supporting the scale up of VMMC as a priority and part of a comprehensive HIV prevention program, based on requests from host governments and in compliance with national policies and guidelines.  In support of these efforts, the Technical Leadership Division within the Office of HIV/AIDS, Bureau for Global Health (GH/OHA/TLR) requires a Senior Prevention Advisor, Medical Male Circumcision (Technical Advisor).  S/he will serve as an expert advisor providing technical leadership and guidance on VMMC to USAID on complex and precedent-setting policy and program issues in this relatively new priority programmatic area.  The Technical Advisor will coordinate with other USG agencies and donors on policy development and technical leadership for VMMC, and provide technical assistance to partner governments, PEPFAR country teams and USG implementing partners in VMMC priority countries in development of national VMMC strategies and the design, implementation and evaluation of strategic, technically-sound, cost-effective and practical approaches to the scale up of VMMC programs.

This position receives day to day guidance from the GH/OHA/TLR Division Chief, with technical and programmatic input from the Prevention Team Leader within the Division.  The Senior Advisor will also work closely with: other members of the internal USAID/OHA prevention team, especially the Senior Biomedical Advisor; other OHA staff working on VMMC; the PEPFAR interagency Technical Working Group, which provides leadership on programming for VMMC within the USG; and other USAID and USG technical staff and development and implementing partners working on comprehensive VMMC programming.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The primary responsibilities of the Technical Advisor include:

A.     Provide technical leadership within GH/OHA and  other Agency Bureaus on VMMC

• Serve as a subject matter expert on VMMC within USAID.  Maintain knowledge of current medical, scientific, public health, and social science literature
• Lead the monitoring and analysis of national policies and programmatic experiences and overall trends related to VMMC and HIV/AIDS
• Formulate USAID’s strategic approach to VMMC in collaboration with the Senior Biomedical Advisor and within the context of broader HIV prevention efforts
• Provide expert advice to the Global Health and other Agency Bureaus on appropriate technical and programmatic approaches for scale up of safe VMMC services, priority research and design questions, and on linkage/integration issues between VMMC, HIV testing, behavioral prevention and care and treatment
• Provide technical leadership for OHA partners working on VMMC; work with Contract /Agreement Officer’s Technical Representatives and other managers to ensure that centrally-funded VMMC activities are technically sound
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations to USAID headquarters and field staff and partners; prepare reports and publications related to VMMC, such as technical updates for field missions, peer-reviewed journal articles, reports to Congress, and presentations at international workshops and conferences on HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment

B.    Promote USG interagency collaboration and strengthen coordination with other international development partners involved in VMMC

• Serve as alternate USAID lead on the PEPFAR interagency VMMC Technical Working Group. In collaboration with other Technical Working Group members develop USG policies, program strategies and technical guidelines for VMMC
• Serve as a liaison between the VMMC Technical Working Group and Technical Working Groups working in other technical areas relevant to VMMC, e.g., HIV testing and counseling
• Promote USG interagency collaboration and strengthen coordination with other multinational partners providing support to VMMC, including the Joint United Nation Programme on AIDS, the World Health Organization and other donor agencies and institutions
• Participate in high-level USG and global meetings to develop coordinated policies, strategies and guidelines for VMMC
• In collaboration with USG and international partners, prepare documents to guide implementation of VMMC on issues such as new VMMC technologies, standard setting, etc.

C.    Provide technical assistance and programmatic advice to USG country teams and USAID field Missions on country-specific VMMC strategies and implementation

• Provide expert input to country-level HIV prevention and VMMC strategic planning processes, including at a high level with host country governments and PEPFAR country teams
• Provide expert technical assistance in all aspects of planning for VMMC scale up, including policy development, human resources management, site assessment, communications/demand creation, and logistics and commodity procurement
• Assess implementation progress and the quality of Medical Circumcision services and recommend improvements for service delivery in the field
• Facilitate sharing of best practices across USG programs in different countries
• Support countries in program monitoring and evaluation, to ensure program investments reflect the efficient use of funds and are synergistic with other investments made by the USG and partner agencies

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

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s degree or higher in health management, public health or related discipline. Medical or other clinical degree preferred
• Minimum ten years’ experience working on international health issues and HIV/AIDS programs, with at least three to five years’ experience in international or resource challenged settings

• Knowledge of HIV prevention approaches and best practices in public health
• Familiarity with issues in medical male circumcision preferred
• Demonstrated skills in data analysis, program design, strategic planning, program coordination, implementation and evaluation in a developing country context
• Excellent judgment, maturity, creativity and problem solving skills
• Strong interpersonal, facilitation and team building skills, and ability to work across agencies and cross-culturally with diverse teams
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent analytical, written and oral communication skills
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally (30-40% time), primarily to Southern and East Africa
• US citizenship or US Permanent Residency required

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

Salary 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/2012_Benefits_Booklet_GHFP.pdf

TO APPLY:

All applicants are required to apply for this position through GHFP-II’s online recruitment system at https://www.ghfp.net/recruitment/, which allows you to store your CV, profile and bio data form in our database. A separate cover letter describing your qualifications and experience, interest and familiarity with issues relating to this position, and how this position relates to your career goals is required for each application. All online applications must be submitted by January 5, 2012 5:00 pm eastern time.

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