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PEPFAR Coordinator in Angola open position, apply by May 22nd!
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Project Administrator position at the Center for Global Health & Development
PROJECT ADMINISTRATOR, Center for Global Health & Development, Grade 73
Job Description:
Operationally and administratively manages specific scientific research projects for the Center. Responsible for programmatic research activities including: managing budgets and resource allocation, reporting, operational planning; managing the first related activities of the projects operating in developing countries.
Responsibilities include:
Project Coordination: Communicate with technical staff on status of projects; coordinate project meetings and travel; provide logistical and administrative support to project teams.Contract Management: Understand all contractual requirements of project; track due dates of financial and technical reports; ensure compliance with donor regulations and processes for
securing approvals, purchasing supplies, travel restrictions.
Financial Management: Maintain financial records; track and review expenditures; process financial transactions; provide financial reports to PIs monthly.
Information Management: Track project "projects" (publications, posters, presentations); maintain project documentation (electronic and hard copy); compile IRB documents
Required Experience:
Bachelors Degree with 3-5 years of experience
Job Location:
BOSTON, Massachusetts, United States
Position Type:
Full-Time/Regular
View the job position and apply on the BU Human Resources site: https://bu.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.jobinfo&id=23&jobid=294852&company_id=15509&version=1&source=ONLINE&JobOwner=1016504&level=levelid2&levelid2=4283&parent=Boston%20University%20Medical%20Campus%3B%3B%3BProfessional%2FAdministrative&startflag=3
Open Society Foundations Current Employment Opportunities
Domestic and international positions available. Learn more here!
Part-time job opening in the Department of Community Health Sciences
Admin Assistant
Part Time - Casual Temp Position
20 Hours a week
8-12 weeks
Reporting to the Department Administrator
- 2-3 years of admin assistant experience
- Experience with MS Word, MS Outlook, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat
- Proficient in Excel
- Strong Computer skills
- Detailed oriented
Experienced parties contact Karen Smith (Department Administrator) directly. Kmsmith9@bu.edu 617-414-1413
Program Manager at Stanford University Center for Innovation in Global Health
Program Manager at Stanford University Center for Innovation in Global Health
The Global Health Education Manager at the Center for Innovation in Global Health, works with faculty and staff across the University. The main duties of this position will be to help develop and manage global health education and training programs across departments in the School of Medicine, organize global health events, develop strategic educational initiatives, oversee and supervise the maintenance of the Center for Innovation in Global Health website, calendar of events and communications.
Please apply by visiting:
IHME Data Analyst at The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation
IHME Data Analyst at The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation
IHME has an outstanding opportunity for several Data Analysts to join our team. The Data Analyst will perform systematic reviews and searches for health data and are responsible for related database management, preparation, and presentation of data. The Data Analyst will handle and must learn to understand data from multiple sources, including surveys, administrative data, and vital registration records. The Data Analyst will be proficient in understanding the complexities of different global health topical areas in which the pertinent projects are concerned. In each case, projects are data driven, involve quantitative analysis by senior researchers, and are incorporated into the ongoing work of thematically-focused research teams. The Data Analyst will report to a Project Officer as part of the Strategy Team. This position will work in a team environment while demonstrating strong judgment and priority-setting to help support a range of research projects.
Please apply through the UW Hires Website:
Program Assistant-Global Drug Policy Program at Open Society Foundations
Program Assistant - Global Drug Policy Program
Open Society Foundations
The Program Assistant will support GDPp and report to the Program Director. The post is based in New York. Purpose of Position: Provide administrative and programmatic support to assigned OSF initiatives. Work is carried out under general supervision. Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, and one to three years of relevant experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Please email resume and cover letter with salary requirements before May 17, 2013 to: humanresources@opensocietyfoundations.org
Include job code in subject line: PA-GDDP
M&E Advisor with the International Rescue Committee
Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor with the International Rescue Committee
The IRC seeks an M&E Advisor for a forecasted project focusing on providing support to integrated community-level health services and activities. The M&E Advisor will be responsible for the overall monitoring and evaluation of the proposed project. This position is contingent on IRC being awarded funding.
Please apply online: http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH02/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=9166.
Paid internships with EngenderHealth: in NYC and other locations!
EngenderHealth works to improve the health and well-being of people in the poorest communities of the world, by sharing our expertise in sexual and reproductive health, and transforming the quality of health care.
Check out available positions here!
Open job opportunities at One Acre Fund
My name is Eva Koehler and I'm a graduate of SPH ('08, International Health). Since I know the semester is winding down, I wanted to send a note regarding job opportunities at One Acre Fund, my current employer. One Acre's mission is to improve the lives of the poor via their primary employment: agriculture. We provide credit for farmers, agricultural training, market access solutions and group formation, as part of a comprehensive bundle. I've been working for One Acre for 1.5 years now, and I've been really happy here - so happy that I want more people to experience it!
Why would public health grads go work for an agricultural organization, anyway?
As I learned at BUSPH, and I'm sure you did too, health, poverty, and nutrition are inextricably linked. Agriculture and localized economic development are critical means to address the upstream causes of disease, especially as the majority of the world's poor are farmers.
In addition to learning a lot about agriculture, I think One Acre Fund provides an incredible learning opportunity about project execution:
Lessons learned here that are good to know for everyone interested in development/health:
- Staff management and local capacity building - the program constantly tests, refines and systemizes its own internal systems and I would say this is a real strength of One Acre.
- Training development and roll-out, and general behavior change (i.e., is convincing farmers to plant in rows so different from convincing patients to follow vaccination schedules?)
- Working outside of the US, in terms of logistics, working with partners and colleagues of other cultures, coping with less than fabulous supportive systems in everything from copying to electricity
- Evaluation of projects and prioritization of new interventions (many staff start with a project where they run a small research project from background to piloting to potential roll-out)
- One Acre's approach to development work is different than many INGOs and a great chance to learn.
We take sustainability seriously. Our farmers pay for the products we provide, including the physical goods, the training, and the management of their credit. Our goal is that core operations in each district are fully covered by service fees within 4 years of launch (our organization is only 7 years old, but overall we're covering between 80 and 90% of core costs program wide).
Because farmers are our clients, and our continued existence depends on their continued participation, we are absolutely dedicated to listening to their needs, interests and suggestions for improvements - they are customers, not beneficiaries.
While not executable in every realm of health care, the push towards sustainability, and one model where it is working well so far, is definitely worth learning more about, from the inside.
Increasingly, we're using our vast network of farmers to distribute more traditional health projects including:
- Partnerships for chlorination of drinking water in Kenya
- Distribution of simple, proven remedies, including deworming medications
- Trainings on nutrition and other health topics
Finally, I think it's a great organization to work for. One Acre really wants its staff to stay on - we ask for 2 years minimum commitment, but ideally it would be much longer! We're expanding within countries and into new countries, and hope to quadruple in size in the next four years, and the people who've worked within the organization will be in the best position to lead it. Because of this, I think there's a genuine commitment to:
- Professional development, including regular updates and mentorship on projects, and regular reviews that help shape each staff members growth to suit both their strengths and interests and the organizations needs. I feel certain that the work I'm doing is put to good use, and that my organization generally cares that I continue to be happy and engaged.
- Benefits and salary:
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- Salaries for Program Associates start at 15,000 a year, although there is some room for negotiation for those with more work experience than the norm. In addition, typical first year benefits include health insurance, 2 flights to the US per year, housing at your site and shared housing in the capital city, grocery allowance, 5-6 weeks of vacation, and smaller perks for local travel, household needs, etc. Also, keep in mind that you're not subject to US income tax at this salary level, so other than Medicaid/Social Security you keep virtually all of your paycheck (unless you live in a state which makes you still pay state tax).
- Salaries can grow rapidly with high performance on the job - top performers can double their salary within two years and receive increased benefits.
Okay, I'm sold, what are you looking for and how do I apply?
Qualities that we love:
- International experience: Ideally you have already spent significant time in a developing country, and preferably in a rural environment. Working and living here isn't for everyone, and it's helpful if you know how it works for you before you make the commitment. Many of our staff are former members of Peace Corps and Global Health Corps, or have other experiences prior to One Acre.
- Leadership experience: A high level of self-direction, creativity and commitment to guiding others is expected, so if you've got work, school or volunteer experience where you've led others, hooray!
- Work ethic and critical thinking: There will be challenges and obstacles, so we want people who are willing to call on their energy and creativity to meet goals.
Qualities that are helpful
- French speakers! We're in two french speaking countries now and would love to start working in more, but we don't get too many applicants who speak French - this will help you stand out.
If you want to apply:
- Check out the jobs listed at http://www.oneacrefund.org/get_involved/careers. Most people enter as Program Associates, but there are more specific opportunities posted on the site that may be particularly interesting to you.
- Contact me if you have questions or want to discuss opportunities in detail. I'm reachable at eva.koehler@oneacrefund.org. I will do my best to respond.
