RESEARCH CENTRE MANAGER in Ghana with Vestergaard Frandsen
We are looking to recruit a new Manager for our Research Centre in Ghana. You will be responsible for the coordination of all laboratory research activities, running tours for sales staff and managing all staff needs pertaining to the efficient running of the Centre. The position
reports to the Field Trials Manager based in Ghana.
The position is based in our Research Centre in Ghana. If you possess the above qualifications and the drive to meet the challenges, please send your cover letter to jobs-africa@vestergaardfrandsen.com enclosing your CV, a day-time telephone contact, names and contacts of three referees no later than 30 September 2011.
We will only respond to electronic application and to shortlisted applicants.
Technical Advisor I: Health Care Improvement Technical Advisor (GHFP-11-239), Global Health Fellows Program
Location: Washington, DC
Assignment: Two year fellowship
The Health Systems Division seeks a Health Care Improvement Advisor (Advisor) to support its program to adapt modern quality improvement (QI) methodologies to the needs of USAID-assisted countries. The Advisor’s responsibilities will include applying QI methodologies to the management of the health workforce. S/he will also support the Division’s broader mandate to strengthen health systems, with a focus on health outcomes in the Agency’s priority services.
This position receives day to day guidance from the medical officer, who serves as the contracting officer’s technical representative for the Health Care Improvement Project, under the overall guidance of the Chief of the Health Systems Division. The Advisor will be a member of the Health Systems Division team and interacts with other team members who have complementary areas of expertise.
The Advisor will participate actively in the management and strategic guidance of this complex and innovative project. The Advisor will also apply expertise in quality improvement to a range of service delivery and human resources management issues within the Global Health Bureau and USAID mission programs.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:
• Master’s degree in public health, medicine, nursing, health policy, health economics, health management or a related field
• One to seven years’ experience in international development/health program management, and field supports and coordination experience in development countries or resource challenged setting preferred
• Demonstrated written and oral communications skills
• Demonstrated skills in problem analysis and problem solving
• Excellent team and networking skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a large bureaucracy, in a collegial environment, and on a large number of tasks simultaneously
• Demonstrated flexibility and openness in responding to changing work priorities and environment
• Possess a high degree of initiative; a commitment to quality and a willingness to participate in a broad range of activities
• A basic knowledge of modern quality improvement required
• A basic understanding of health workforce management issues and improvement strategies that do not require major external inputs required
• Familiarity with programs that deliver USAID priority health services desirable
• Experience with organizational development, research design and/or understanding of current knowledge management principles desirable
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally
• US citizenship or US Permanent Residency required
Travel: The Advisor is expected to travel about 12 weeks per year subject to the availability of funds and competing work priorities.
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 9/23/2011.
Technical Advisor Level II: Knowledge Management/Information Technology Technical Advisor (GHFP-10-166), Global Health Fellows Program
Location: Washington, DC
Assignment: Two year fellowship
The Health Systems Division of the USAID Global Health Bureau’s Office of Health, Infectious Diseases and Nutrition (HIDN) works across the entire portfolio of Global Health. The Division is responsible for technical leadership and direction in health systems strengthening by focusing on health policy, quality assurance, workforce policy, pharmaceutical management and standards, and information, monitoring and evaluation. The Knowledge Management / Information Technology Technical Advisor will contribute to the HIDN Office mandate of advancing USAID work on health system strengthening to support results in the area of health. The Advisor will work closely with the current HIDN information officer to provide technical guidance on knowledge management/information technology (KM/IT) to the HIDN Office. S/he will be a member of the Health Systems Division team and interact with other team members who have complementary areas of expertise. The Advisor will receive day to day guidance and onsite management from the Chief of the Health Systems Division.
REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
• Master’s degree in management information systems (MIS) or related field
• Minimum five years’ work experience in MIS or KM project design and implementation, with at least two years’ experience in an international or resource challenged setting
• Demonstrated understanding of KM principles, with ability to guide the application of KM techniques and information technology tools to support organizational objectives
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated experience with developing business solutions to meet the information and knowledge management needs of a variety clients in different organizational settings
• Demonstrated experience in technical management of MIS and IT projects/tasks
• Knowledge of global health and international development
• Excellent team and networking skills
• Excellent oral communication and writing skills
• Ability to work independently with light supervision and manage various projects in a team setting
• Familiarity with USAID and Department of State budget and programming processes
• Willing to travel internationally
• US Citizenship or US Permanent Residency required
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 October 11, 2011.
Qualitative Data Analysts
We are seeking BUSPH masters students for several international research projects conducted at the Center for Global Health and Development (CGHD).
The primary focus will be analyzing qualitative data from the Mozambique Orphan Study. The in-depth interview, key informant and focus group discussion transcripts are from children, caregivers, community members and service providers located throughout Mozambique. Analysts may also help with preparation of reports and other project documents. The team will work closely with Dr. Candace Miller to meet project goals in a timely and effective manner.
The following duties are part of this position.
• Reading all study materials.
• Analyzing qualitative data using Nvivo.
• Helping with the preparation of research reports and other documents as needed.
• Maintaining effective communication with project investigators and other team members to help ensure timely and high quality completion of research-related activities
Requirements:
Applicants should have experience with qualitative data and analysis. Experience with issues regarding orphan and vulnerable children is preferred. Superior organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to work well with teams, and excellent written and oral communication skills are required. Work experience in international health and development is preferred.
Students will be able to use parts of analysis for a culminating paper and can build a practicum around this work. The data analyst will have opportunities for authorship and co-authorship.
This is an unpaid position. However, it can lead to paid positions depending upon the students’ work and contribution. Previously, students who have worked in this capacity have become co-authors, have been hired at CGHD and then gone on to other amazing jobs, and have scored fabulous letters of recommendation for jobs or further schooling.
Required: 15-25 hour per week commitment for at least 6 weeks; Must be able to start immediately;
TO APPLY:
Please submit a letter of interest, the names and contact info for three references and current CV to Candace Miller at Candace@bu.edu
Project Manager vacancy – South Africa Ibis Reproductive Health is currently looking for a dynamic Project Manager for their Johannesburg office.
Apply by 9/16/2011
"Ibis Reproductive Health is a non-governmental, non-profit organization headquartered in Cambridge, MA (USA) that aims to improve women’s reproductive autonomy, choices, and health worldwide. We accomplish our mission by conducting original clinical and social science research, leveraging existing research, producing educational resources, and promoting policies and practices that support sexual and reproductive rights and health. We work closely with advocates to conceptualize research questions and to help ensure the results of our research lead to positive change in women’s lives. We focus on improving access to abortion, expanding contraceptive choices, advancing prevention strategies for HIV and other sexually transmitted infections, and linking reproductive health and HIV prevention, care, and treatment. See www.ibisreproductivehealth.org for details.
Ibis is currently looking for a dynamic Project Manager for our Johannesburg office. S/he will report to the office director. The Project Manager will be responsible for coordinating several ongoing and new quantitative studies. Specific duties will include assisting with the organization and content of training for field-based data collection staff; managing day-to-day implementation of the studies including tracking recruitment, retention and adherence to the study protocols; conducting regular monitoring visits at the study sites; overseeing data management activities, including all quality control activities; writing reports for the study investigators and funders; and contributing to data analysis and manuscript preparation. S/he may also contribute to the management of ongoing or planned qualitative studies and will assist with project and office logistics and support as needed. The Project Manager will also be expected to represent Ibis in various settings, manage existing collaborations, and assist with development of funding proposals and collaborations in the region.
Qualifications
1. Masters degree and/or equivalent degree/experience with focus on reproductive health, public health, or similar area.
2. At least 2 years experience in project management. Experience coordinating or implementing clinical or quantitative research projects preferred.
3. One or more years of experience with quantitative research methods and analysis techniques, including a solid understanding of analytical software packages, such as Atlas-ti, SPSS, or STATA.
4. Experience conducting GCP and protocol-related monitoring for clinical trials.
5. Interest in and experience with qualitative research is a plus.
6. Excellent organizational, writing, and presentation skills; attention to detail.
7. Ability to make and carry out decisions independently; creativity and flexibility; dedication to team building, staff development, and collaboration, particularly cross-culturally.
8. Willingness to travel.
9. Open minded and a sense of humor.
10. Proficiency in spoken/written French a plus.
Salary: Depends on experience/qualifications.
Dates and term of assignment: Term begins as soon as possible. Contract for one year, renewable depending on funding.
Deadline for applications: Send cover letter (as a Word document (this will be reviewed as a writing sample) with description of motivation, experience, etc. and curriculum vitae to joburg@ibisreproductivehealth.org by 16 September 2011."
For more information contact: Amanda Dennis, adennis@ibisreproductivehealth.org
Opportunity for an MPH student with strong research and literature review skills to help review HIV/AIDS treatment protocols in Africa
Professor Matthew Fox of the BU Center for Global Health and Development and the Department of Epidemiology is seeking an MPH student to participate in Boston-based activities related to retention in HIV care in resource-limited settings. Activities include identifying and summarizing HIV treatment protocols from throughout Africa, with an emphasis on the period of care before HIV treatment begins. This will involve internet searches as well as communicating with treatment providers to find relevant treatment protocols and then extracting relevant information and summarizing recommended practices. This is an excellent opportunity to increase skills in communication and writing, as well as provide an understanding of current practices in pre-treatment HIV care.
We seek an individual with strong research skills, including facility with online journal search engines and Microsoft Office. Must be able to work independently.
Position start: As soon as possible
Duration: Dependent on interest and fit
Hours: Flexible
Type: Unpaid
Please submit resumes and further questions to Matt Fox, mfox@bu.edu
Come meet with dynamic community organizer Dr. Kiran Martin, Director of ASHA
Monday, Sept. 12th, 12-1pm
Crosstown Building, 4th Floor, Room 462/462A
Kiran Martin, MD, founder and director of the Delhi-based Asha Society, will be visiting the IH Department to present on her work in urban slums in India, and continue the vibrant discussion from the Spring Public Health Forum.
Dr. Martin (Padma Shri) is the founder and director of Asha, an NGO working to improve the health, living conditions and prospects of slum dwellers in Delhi, India. In 1988, Dr. Martin founded Asha, which means 'hope' in Hindi, to tackle the numerous problems faced by Delhi's slum dwellers. Under Dr. Martin's leadership, Asha has worked in partnership with slum communities, helping more than 400,000 people in around 50 slum colonies gain access to healthcare, financial services and education, and make it possible for them to make long-term, positive changes to their lives. In 2002, the Indian Government recognized Dr. Martin's achievements when she was awarded the Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian awards.
This will be a brown bag discussion.
IH Reflections from the Field presents: Kimberly A. Waller, U. S. Diplomat, Health Officer, USAID
Time: Wednesday, September 14th, 5-6PM
Location: Medical Building, Room L109
Kimberly Waller, PhD, MPH is an international development professional with over 16 years of experience in program management and applied research addressing reproductive health (RH), maternal child health (MCH), HIV/AIDS, social issues, health disparities, health systems strengthening and gender equity. Dr. Waller has lived and worked in Guatemala, Mexico, Ukraine, Armenia, and India (with short-term assignments in Moldova, Russia, Indonesia and Zambia) designing, awarding, managing, monitoring, and evaluating large-scale international health projects.
Come join an informal discussion with Dr. Waller and learn from her
extensive international health experiences!
The IH Reflections from the Field series was developed to give IH students a glimpse into the realities of working in resource-poor settings all over the world. This informal discussion allows you to ask the questions that may never get answered in the classroom and help to prepare you for work in the field.
Public Health Social Work and the MSW/MPH Program at BU
Have you heard about Boston University’s MSW/MPH program?
Would you like to know more about public health social work?
Do you want to add “people skills” or to your MPH program OR prevention skills or policy analysis skills to your MSW program?
Are you concerned about global health, environmental issues, maternal and child health, or health care access and equity?
Boston University is home to the largest MSW/MPH program in the US. What makes it so special and why should you consider joining the 45 students who are currently studying public health social work?
Public health social work training teaches you how to help prevent social health problems like violence, substance abuse, and HIV/AIDS, but it also educates you in how to intervene once problems have occurred. Public health social workers use research, policy, clinical, and community approaches to effectively help individuals, families, groups, and communities wherever it’s needed. The MSW/MPH program provides you with enhanced career options, flexibility, and a program with a proven track record of success.
This program is open to ALL students: part time, full time, advanced standing, first year and second year. Come to one of our Information Sessions and find out more…(See the schedule for Fall 2011 semester Info sessions below).
You can also find more information on the BU MSW/MPH program at our web site: www.bu.edu/ssw/mswmph. Also, check our public health social work information site for stories about our alumni and more: www.publichealthsocialwork.org. Please email the Director, Associate Clinical Professor Betty J Ruth at bjruth@bu.edu or the Associate Director, Luz Lopez, luzlopez@bu.edu, with any questions.
BU MSW/MPH Program Guidelines 2011 2012
People, prevention and problem-solving: all in one program at Boston University.
MSW/MPH Program Information Sessions
Tues., Sept. 20th, 12:15 pm
Lowy Lounge
Wed., Sept. 28th, 12:15 pm
Lowy Lounge
Mon., Oct. 3rd, 4:00 pm
Lowy Lounge
Tues., Nov. 8th, 12:15 pm
Lowy Lounge
Please Note: You only need to attend ONE information session. All sessions are held in the Lowy Lounge, 2nd floor of the School of Social Work, 264 Bay State Road on the Charles River Campus. All sessions will provide information on both programs. Students from the School of Public Health who are considering the MSW/MPH program are especially welcome to attend. For more information contact Betty J Ruth, Program Director, at 617 353 4574, bjruth@bu.edu OR Luz Lopez, Associate Program Director at luzlopez@bu.edu. Consult our program website for updates after September 7, 2011 and visit our Public Health Social Work Education website for more information on our alumni: www.publichealthsocialwork.org
Partners in Health Interns for “Students for Health and Social Justice Forum 2011: Advocacy, Action & Accompaniment, Students as Partners in Global Health”
SAVE THE DATE: Sunday September 25th, 2011 - Boston, MA
Join Partners in Health Interns for "Students for Health and Social Justice Forum 2011: Advocacy, Action & Accompaniment, Students as Partners in Global Health"
The goal for this symposium is to inform and discuss with students the ways in which they can contribute to a social movement for global health. We have invited several keynote speakers (details to be announced shortly), and very much hope that we can get as many Boston University students to attend as possible.
Details are evolving...We are still working out all the specifics (time, place, etc) but a promotional video and more information can be found on our website. Interested students can register online at www.shsj2011.org. You can also reach us in the future at shsj2011@gmail.com.
for more information, contact:
Sarah Fernandez
sfernandez72791@gmail.com
or see the website: www.shsj2011.org
