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JSI Internship – Public Health Logistics Officer, due 11/4
Job Title: Internship – Public Health Logistics Officer
Posting Date: 10/03/2011
Deadline Date: 11/04/2011
Starting Date: 03/05/2012
Description: John Snow, Inc. (JSI), contractor for the USAID | DELIVER PROJECT, a U.S. Government (USG) – funded global technical assistance project aimed at strengthening health supply chains in developing countries; and the Supply Chain Management System (SCMS) project, which assists developing countries in forecasting, quantifying, procuring and strengthening health supply chains for HIV/AIDS commodities, has been allocated funds through the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief to assist the Government of Zambia in the development and implementation of logistics systems required to procure and manage HIV/AIDS & other public health commodities. JSI is recruiting for an intern to be based in Lusaka, Zambia.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Intern will support monitoring and evaluation of projects including planning, data collection and analysis. S/he will work closely with the communications officer in producing the Logistics Newsletter for the Ministry of Health.
Specific Responsibilities
Monitoring & EvaluationEpisurveyor Cell Phone Data CollectionSupport the use of Episurveyor (a secure web based tool used for designing data collection forms, then download and fill them out on common mobile phones, and then upload and analyze the data in real-time). The tool will be used for routine M&E activities, surveys, and system assessments and evaluationsAssess the efficiency and effectiveness of the tool at collecting routine M&E data, system assessments and make recommendations to the M&E team on how to improve the processes of data collection and analysis.
M&E DatabaseWork with the M&E team to ensure that the newly created M&E database is functioning well and updated. Make recommendations to the M&E team on how to manage and make best use of the database.Work with M&E team to develop routine analysis and dissemination of data from database.
National Logistics Management Unit StatisticsPerform monthly quality checks on the national logistics statistics produced by the Public Health Data Officers and provide feedback on how to improve accuracy.
Time study Continue time study, which was initiated by previous interns, on how long it takes staff at SDP and district level to do monthly reporting for the various logistics systems.
Forecasting and quantificationConduct research on forecast accuracy from existing DELIVER and SCMS forecasting and quantification reports, and analysis reports on ARVs, HIV tests, lab commodities, family planning, malaria and essential medicines to document the overall analysis across commodity groups including lessons learned, what caused forecast inaccuracy, how to improve next forecasts and recommendations for action to be taken.
Communications Health Logistics Newsletter In liaison with communications officer, coordinate writing of the newsletter articles/statistics by technical staff based on the approved storylines.Support technical staff in generation of information for comic strips and review for submission to communications officer for submission to cartoonist.Work with designated technical staff and consultant (where required) to come up with a final draft.
Proofread and edit draft newsletter to ensure appropriate messaging, content as well as high quality production of newsletter.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in public health, international development, management or related field. Working towards a master’s degree in public health, international development, management or related field. Ability to work independently and take initiativeWillingness to learn and collaborate with othersStrong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skillsGood computer skills including and proficiency with Microsoft Office
Desirable: Experience in data management and analysis. Experience in process mapping, process consultation, or other relevant areas of organization development. Demonstrated experience living and working in a different culture.
Salary commensurate with experience.
Interested candidates should submit their resumes and cover letters online by 11/04/2011.
No phone calls please.Principals only please.
JSI is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer committed to workplace diversity. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.
http://www.jsi.com/JSIInternet/Jobs/jobdescription.cfm?JobID=46925
Multiple Job Openings: University Research Co.
University Research Co., LLC (URC) is a global company dedicated to improving the quality of health care, social services, and health education worldwide. With its non-profit affiliate, the Center for Human Services (CHS), URC manages projects in over 30 countries, including the United States.
Internationally, URC is engaged in improving access to and quality of maternal, newborn, and child health services; addressing infectious diseases including HIV/AIDS, TB, and malaria; and improving reproductive health and family planning services. In the United States, URC focuses on improving communication related to issues like substance abuse, with a particular focus on reaching underserved populations.
URC is currently hiring for a number of positions, both domestic and abroad.Check out their Career Fair Flyer for more information about these opportunities!
Learn more about URC at: http://www.urc-chs.com/
Anti-Trafficking Program Coordinator: International Institute of New England
The International Institute of New England is a dynamic, forward-looking, smart and rapidly growing non-profit organization. We seek well-qualified, solutions-focused candidates who are experts in their respective fields. Candidates need to approach issues creatively and thoughtfully. In addition, all candidates should possess the following set of qualifications:
- Excellent verbal and oral communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Detail oriented, able to multitask and meet deadlines
- Self-motivated, able to work in a team and independently
Note: All positions require great flexibility and willingness to travel throughout New England. All positions also require personal transportation, a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.
Available Position: Anti-Trafficking Program New England Coordinator
Department: Community Services
Location: Boston
Description: The Anti-Trafficking Program Coordinator will develop and manage and network of New England-based providers of anti-trafficking case management, legal, health and other services to survivors of human trafficking. Coordinator will identify and recruit and fee-for-service vendors in the sub region and gap areas , provide training and technical assistance to vendors, ensure best practices of vendor services and maintain vendor subcontract compliance. This position requires expertise in outreach and strategic relationships and heavy travel throughout New England. The Coordinator provides case management services to trafficking survivors in emergency situations.
Education and Experience:
- Proven program development and management experience including ability to start up and maintain newly funded programs
- Demonstrated experience in program oversight and quality assurance.
- Direct service or management experience in field of victim services; anti-trafficking experience and education highly desired
- Masters degree in social work, public administration or related fields
- 5 years of comparable experience and proven 5 years of supervisory experience required
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, Excel and database management needed
- Bilingual/bicultural candidates are encouraged to apply
To apply:
Please send your cover letter and resume to Human Resources: hr@iine.us.
The Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Health Scientist: CDC Division of Global HIV/AIDS Program — apply by Oct 5th!
Division of Global HIV/AIDS Program
Country Operations Branch
Health Scientist-Lab
Duty Locations: Dominican Republic, Haiti, Lesotho, South Africa, Rwanda
Deadline to Apply: This is an open continuous announcement. To be considered for these positions, please apply by Wednesday October 5, 2011.
Primary Purpose:
To serve as the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Health Scientist-Lab Advisor to the host country's Ministry of Health (MOH) and Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) for the purpose of strengthening host country capabilities to address expert scientific and technical laboratory support to the mission of the host country, including support to the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR).
Duties and Responsibilities:
The incumbent provides expert scientific advice matters relating to formulating objectives, policies, plans, and organizational structure including physical laboratory structure and space issues, public health laboratory testing procedures and systems including the evaluation of new diagnostic technologies, quality assurance procedures, laboratory management and staffing issues, and the provision of training in all areas of laboratory activity.
Specific tasks include, but are not limited to:
* Serves as the CDC expert on matters relating to laboratory systems analysis and developmental planning, operational research, and all aspects of laboratory quality assurance for CDC and USG partners' missions in the region.
* Coordinates and collaborates with high-ranking officials of foreign governments, local and international public health agencies and non-governmental organizations on the development, implementation and conduct of scientific and technical laboratory systems and services.
* Develops and maintains professional relationships with international, national, and local laboratory policy makers, universities and schools of public health, key personnel in appropriate clinical and laboratory organizations.
* Coordinates and collaborates with government and public health officials to identify and develop the infrastructure and other resources necessary to support local and regional laboratory systems.
* Serves as the lead in identifying and strategically developing pathways to meet short- and long-term laboratory staffing needs.
* conceives, implements, and directs local and regional laboratory program activities and provides leadership in developing scientific policy as it relates to laboratory practice for services and systems for HIV prevention, surveillance, treatment, and care.
* Coordinates the development and distribution of scientific and technical laboratory-related educational materials and promotes the sharing of scientific information and assistance in the region.
* Writes reports, abstracts, articles, opinions, and makes oral presentations to disseminate operational research findings and to advocate for laboratory programs and services in the region.
This message is intended for 601 series Health Scientists, 401, 403 Microbiologists/Research Biologists GS 13-14; and Commissioned Corps Officers, 03-05 grade levels.
Health Scientist-Lab, GS-601-13/14 (Overseas) Announcement Number:
HHS-CDC-OD-11-449326 (External)
HOW TO APPLY:
The jobs are listed on www.USAJobs.gov and can be searched for using the announcement number HHS-CDC-OD-11-432471.
Public Health Technical Advisor : CDC Division of Global HIV/AIDS Program — apply by Oct 5th!
Division of Global HIV/AIDS Program
Country Operations Branch
Public Health Advisor-Technical
Duty locations: Kazakhstan, Nigeria, South Africa
Deadline to Apply: This is an open continuous announcement. To be considered for these positions, please apply by Wednesday October 5, 2011.
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
To serve as the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) technical Public Health Advisor to the host country's Ministry of Health (MOH) and Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) for the purpose of strengthening host country capabilities to address public health related priorities, including support to the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR).
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position is a technical Public Health Advisor serving in a Division of Global HIV/AIDS (DGHA) program country or regional office, reporting to the Country Director, DGHA Program Director or Deputy Director. This position provides technical public health advice and consultation serving as a national and internationally recognized expert in HIV care, treatment, prevention and related programs in support of the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR).
Specific tasks include, but are not limited to:
* Assisting in the provision of technical program interventions in support of PEPFAR activities. Examples include Voluntary Counseling and Testing (VCT), Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT), Palliative AIDS care and treatment (CT), and Information-Education-Communication (IEC) programs for vulnerable populations.
* Plan and budget HIV/AIDS prevention program, develop prevention strategies, supervise and monitor program implementation and evaluations, identify program priorities.
* Work primarily with the host country government agencies and indigenous non-government organizations (NGO), US Government partners, U.S. and international organizations in the country of assignment on technical public health related activities.
* Serves as a principal management official for the review of contract grant and cooperative agreement proposals with regard to technical and administrative adequacy.
* Meets with American embassy staff, USAID employees, staff of the host country Ministry of Health and other governmental and non-governmental organizations to present proposals and assist in organizing and implementing international activities and projects.
* Develops and delivers presentations covering the full scope of current and planned GAP activities for assigned country.
* Reviews and approves cooperative agreement proposals.
* Develops written and oral presentations related to any aspect of the DGHA mission.
This message is intended for Public Health Advisors in job series 685 at the GS-13 and 14 grade levels; and Commissioned Corps Officers, 03-05 grade levels.
Public Health Advisor (Technical and Programmatic), GS-0685-13/14 (Overseas) Announcement #HHS-CDC-OD-11-432471 (External)
HOW TO APPLY:
The jobs are listed on www.USAJobs.gov and can be searched for using the announcement number HHS-CDC-OD-11-432471.
For more information, contact:
Laura Eloyan, MBA
Global Recruitment Specialist
Center for Global Health
Centers for Disease Control
(404) 498 - 2956
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.
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
Little Brothers is hiring! Elder Service Coordinator- Full Time
We are looking for someone who is detail-orientated, organized, and specifically loves being with elderly people. He/she will be responsible for assessing elders for all Little Brothers - Friends of the Elderly programs; coordinating and monitoring the participation of elders in the various programs; and liaising with and/or advocating with external agencies on behalf of the elders, when necessary. Qualifications include: a 4-year college degree; familiarity with elder service organizations; computer proficiency; organizational skills; valid driver's license and willingness to drive agency vehicle; willingness to work all major holidays. Position starting mid-October.
Please send resume and cover letter to Marty Guerin atmguerin.bos@littlebrothers.org.
International Diabetes Federation (IDF) Jobs – Currently recruiting for positions in Belgium
The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) is the global advocate for the over 250 million people with diabetes worldwide. It represents over 200 diabetes associations in more than 160 countries. Our mission is to promote diabetes care, prevention and a cure worldwide. The International Diabetes Federation is an NGO in official relations with the World Health Organization and the Pan-American Health Organization. We are also an associated NGO with the United Nations Department of Public Information. The International Diabetes Federation leads the World Diabetes Day and Unite for Diabetes campaigns.
The International Diabetes Federation is currently recruiting an Epidemiologist and Public Health Specialist for its Executive Office in Brussels, Belgium.
Director of Columbia Global Center, Instanbul
Position Description
Reporting to the Office of Global Centers in New York, the Director is
responsible for leading the Columbia Global Center for Turkey, located in
Istanbul.
Responsibilities:
1. Establish a vibrant academic Center in Istanbul and link that Center's
programs to Columbia University's network of global centers around the
world.
2. Strategically communicate to Columbia faculty and administrators the
activities and services offered by the Center and effectively build teaching
and research programs that advance the core mission of the University.
3. Work closely with academic colleagues and institutions across Turkey
and especially build ties to local NGOs, business and community leaders.
4. Maintain and enforce the Center's identity standards including editorial
and visual guidelines.
5. Work closely with the Vice President of Global Centers to set policies,
assist with strategic planning.
6. Work closely with the Director of Administration in New York to ensure
Center compliance with all the financial, legal, tax policies and rules.
7. Work closely with local donors and work on fundraising in close
collaboration with the Office of Alumni and Development.
8. Manage the strategic direction of the Center's website.
9. Be responsible for the financial management of the Center.
10. Supervise administrative and program staff.
11. Other duties and projects as assigned.
Link: http://jobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=125853
