Senior Regional Tuberculosis Technical Advisor

Senior Regional Tuberculosis Technical Advisor
Almaty, Kazakhstan

The Global Health Fellows Program is seeking a Technical Advisor III: Senior Regional Tuberculosis Technical Advisor (GHFP-11-209) in Almaty.  The Global Health Fellows Program (GHFP) is a five year cooperative agreement implemented and managed by the Public Health Institute (PHI) in partnership with the Harvard School of Public Health, Management Systems International and Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine. GHFP is supported by the US Agency for International Development (USAID).  GHFP’s goal is to improve the effectiveness of USAID Population, Health and Nutrition programs by developing and increasing capacity of health professionals in Washington, DC and overseas. This is accomplished through the recruitment, placement and support of junior, mid and senior level health professionals; a diversity initiative focused on providing internship and mentoring opportunities in international public health to underrepresented communities; and professional and organizational development activities to bolster USAID’s ability to maximize results and strengthen its leadership role in global health.

The 2010 USAID Europe and Eurasia Health Vulnerability Analysis highlights the Central Asia Republics (CAR) as the region with the highest overall estimated Tuberculosis (TB) incidence rates (147.6 per 100,000), a rate nearly double the mean in Europe and Eurasia. CAR TB case detection and treatment success rates are lagging behind international targets. High rates of multi-drug-resistant (MDR) TB continue to present significant challenges for TB control in the region. Tajikistan, in particular, has the highest TB incidence rate in the WHO European region (231), while Kazakhstan is second (129).  In Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan, more than 14.2 percent of newly diagnosed TB cases and more than 24.8 percent of all TB cases are MDR-TB. All five Central Asian Republics populate the WHO list of priority MDR-TB countries and are priority countries within the current US Government (USG) bilateral TB program.

Several regional and country challenges hamper TB control efforts. Local governments have struggled, with varying levels of success, to build a truly cross-sectional response. The prison sector lacks sufficient resources and is not integrated with the civil sector to manage increasing numbers of MDR-TB patients. Stigma surrounding injection drug use, punitive legislation and rights violations of populations most at risk for TB and HIV have delayed the adoption of appropriate interventions and continue to curb the progress of HIV and TB programs to access these marginalized and vulnerable populations. Furthermore, high rates of migration, particularly from Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan to destinations within and outside the region (Kazakhstan, Russia and Korea) complicate the spread of the HIV and TB.

While migrants are considered a high risk group in the region, little epidemiologic data is available. Countries have different contexts and resources and will require country-specific approaches.  The USAID/CAR’s Office of Health and Education (CAR/HE) provides funding in the areas of HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, maternal and child health, family planning and reproductive health and other public health threats. CAR/HE provides technical assistance either directly or through implementing partners to strengthen regional institutions and networks, build the capacity of regional country governments, local opinion leaders, stakeholders and practitioners, foster increased political will and participation at all levels to achieve its assistance objective: that Central Asian Public Health Systems Better Meet the Needs of Vulnerable Groups.

This objective has four components: 1) a safer medical environment; 2) strengthened public health capacity; 3) improved quality of health services; and 4) empowered civil society to better respond to health needs. CAR/HE staff work in close collaboration with US Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention and other USG agencies, National TB Programs, other donors (especially the Global Fund and WHO’s STOP TB Strategy) and non-governmental organization (NGO) implementing partners to design, award, manage, monitor, evaluate and report on TB and TB-HIV/AIDS co-infection activities.

The Senior Tuberculosis Technical Advisor (the Advisor) will play the lead technical role in assuring that Ministries of Health in the five Central Asian Republics and USAID implementing partners have state-of-the-art information on best practices in TB including MDR-TB prevention and control, testing, laboratory analysis, and TB-HIV co-infection treatment and follow up. The Advisor will provide technical mentorship and on-the-job training to USAID health Foreign Service Nationals (FSN) staff. The Advisor will have particular responsibility for ensuring that USAID’s FSN teams, including the regional FSN TB Advisor, HIV Advisor and Strategic Information Advisor, have access to up-to-date information, mentoring and training so that after the Advisor’s departure, they can assume full responsibility for TB program design, monitoring and management and oversight of contractors/ grantees.

The Advisor will engage in strategic planning, policy guidance, monitoring and evaluation of USAID–funded TB projects and provide technical assistance in the design, implementation, and evaluation of bilateral and regional TB programs including the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, TB and Malaria (GFATM) TB grants. The Advisor will receive programmatic direction from the Deputy Director of HE and will serve as a member of the HE team. S/he will work closely with technical advisors and health staff in the Global Health Bureau (GH) and other USG agencies and partners in the international TB community.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The Senior TB Technical Advisor serves as the tuberculosis subject matter expert for prevention, case detection, diagnosis, testing, care and treatment, program planning (both strategy and budget), and program implementation, as well as relevant policy, monitoring and evaluation.

S/he will: A. Provide expert programmatic and technical leadership, policy advice, guidance and support to the USAID/CAR TB program (35%).  Provide technical, strategic, and programming support on TB, including assisting with the preparation and/or review of strategies and program plans and assisting CAR/HE to incorporate evidence-based best practices and sustainable state-of-the-art development approaches into Mission TB and related TB/HIV strategies, plans and interventions.  Provide expert advice to Ministries of Health and USAID implementing partners on responding to and controlling MDR-TB, particularly in prisons.  Provide technical expertise to the review of GFATM-supported TB proposals and programs.  Ensure that USAID/CAR HE team members have access to the best current information on TB and TB-HIV/AIDS co-infection, methodologies and training.  Clearly articulate how TB activities contribute to higher-level USG strategic priorities in each CAR country and in the region.  Provide technical leadership to integrate TB activities with other USAID and USG health and non-health initiatives in the region, including cross border and other USG priorities.  Provide expert technical leadership to design a coordinated appropriate response to TB-HIV/AIDS co-infection and assistance in the preparation and review of related PEPFAR documents including the Regional Operational Plan and other related documents.  Contribute public health expertise through participation in international activities convened by TB partners.

B. Provide technical and management support to USAID country-level TB programs (30%).  Provide senior level strategic and programming guidance, including assisting with the preparation and/or review of strategies and program plans. Provide technical expertise to ensure that country and regional programs are consistent with the USG’s TB strategy and the Global Health Initiative as well as USAID guidance for TB programming and with the STOP TB Strategy and Green Light Committee.  Strengthen coordination and leveraging of USAID TB funds with other USG and non-USG health resources, especially the Global Fund.  Provide expert technical advice and guidance to assess and improve the performance of GFATM programs related to TB and to produce greater results.  Lead the development and review of technical documents and guidelines to include state-of-the-art scientific and policy program data and best practices.  Monitor and analyze TB trends and issues and apply this analysis to USAID TB programs.  Organize USAID’s participation in and lead joint TB program reviews organized by partners such as the WHO.  Provide direct technical assistance and training as needed to improve technical capacity of local and regional partners.  Conduct program evaluations and/or prepare Scopes of Work for independent evaluations.  Prepare and present technical presentations at international technical conferences and workshops, including events sponsored by WHO, USAID, and other donors.

C. Support program monitoring and evaluation of TB and related TB-HIV/AIDS co-infection activities (20%).  Provide analysis of current data from USG and other sources and provide concrete recommendations on new program priorities and adjustments.  Provide leadership in developing improved approaches to monitoring and evaluating TB and related TB-HIV/AIDS co-infection activities.  Ensure that implementing partner performance monitoring systems are operating effectively; that reliable indicators are defined, collected, and analyzed routinely; and that the systems comply with USAID, PEPFAR and USG TB program monitoring and reporting responsibilities and regulations.  Provide ongoing assessment of CAR TB and co-infection activities.  Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress.

D. Training and Professional Development (15%): Remain current with latest TB literature, reports, international guidelines and standards and shares with CAR/HE team.  Participate in periodic job-related international working groups and professional meetings.  Provide technical leadership to TB-related communities of practice in CAR and outside the region.  Provide technical mentorship and on-the-job training on TB for CAR/HE team.  Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned based on (a) organizational and programming need and/or (b) the Technical Advisor’s own interests.

REQUIREMENTS: Master’s degree (MD preferred) in public health, the health sciences or other relevant discipline.  Minimum ten years experience in international public health with proven track record of successful program strategic planning and monitoring and evaluation. At least five years experience in TB programming in developing country or resource challenged settings.  Experience and/or knowledge of programs based on the WHO-recommended STOP TB Strategy and DOTS.  Knowledge and understanding of USG Tuberculosis Strategy guidance and directives, development principles and approaches, host country requirements, and host government priorities.  Skilled in situational assessments, team-building, timely decision-making and policy interpretation.  Well versed in the USG TB program goals and objectives and USAID policy and requirements regarding all aspects of strategic planning, budget formulation, monitoring, evaluation, and policy dialogue.

Ability to clearly and convincingly articulate USAID and USG policy regarding TB and related topics to a variety of audiences, including host country experts, ministers, and other donors. Proven ability to present convincing evidence-based vision and arguments and build consensus among senior level stakeholders with frequently differing opinions and policy agendas.  Knowledge of and familiarity with key international TB initiatives and organizations.  Demonstrated flexibility and openness in responding to changing work priorities and environment.  Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.  Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills.  Ability to work under pressure and in teams.  Ability to travel frequently in CAR.  Knowledge of Russian language preferred.  US Citizenship or US Permanent Residency required.  Ability to obtain a medical clearance to live and work in Central Asia required.

Salary will be based on commensurate experience and earnings history. The Public Health Institute offers a comprehensive benefits package including professional development programs http://www.ghfp.net/docs/2010_Benefits_for_GHFP_Fellows.pdf.

TO APPLY: All applicants are required to apply for this position through GHFP’s online recruitment system at https://www.ghfp.net/recruitment/, which allows you to store your CV, profile and bio data form in our database. A separate cover letter describing your qualifications and experience, interest and familiarity with issues relating to this position, and how this position relates to your career goals is required for each application. All online applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm Eastern Time February 14, 2011.  We are proud to be an EEO/AA Employer.

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Program Director

Program Director
Brooklyn, NY

The Social Science Research Council (SSRC) seeks to hire a senior social scientist with strong knowledge of the field of peacebuilding research, broadly understood. This should include both a strong background in research as well as knowledge of the work of practitioners, UN agencies, NGOs, and others in the field.  Knowledge of issues in Africa is desirable.  Candidates may come from any branch of social science, but must demonstrate capacity for interdisciplinary work as well as strong knowledge of the field of peacebuilding. The best qualified candidates will have earned a Ph.D. with distinction and gained at least five or preferably ten years of further experience including research, engagement in higher education, and other professional and intellectual activities. Demonstrated capacity for leadership, for collaboration, and for managing multiple priorities and projects is important. Ability to communicate effectively is crucial, and experience engaging both researchers and non-academic constituencies including funders, policy-makers, and practitioners is desirable.

The new Program Director will lead a project that aims to strengthen the participation of researchers from areas highly affected by conflict in peacebuilding research, to increase the integration of the field, and to improve the presentation of research results to practitioners and policy-makers, and more generally the interaction and collaboration of researchers and practitioners. The Council anticipates new funding to augment the substantial work it already does on related topics, including through the Conflict Prevention and Peace Forum, the Institute for Gender, Peace and Security, the Program on Humanitarian Action, and its Africa Programs.

The SSRC is a nonprofit, nongovernmental organization devoted to improving the quality of social science research and bringing necessary knowledge to public issues. Founded in 1923, and supported by both private foundations and a range of governments, the SSRC has projects on every continent and brings together researchers, practitioners, and policy-makers throughout the world. Its programs are approximately 60% international and 40% focused on the United States.  Council activities encourage innovation, build research capacity, and help social scientists engage broader constituencies.

Applicants should consult the Council’s website at www.ssrc.org to learn more about its current emphases. Annual salary will be commensurate with experience. The SSRC provides a strong comprehensive benefits package including full medical, dental and vision coverage; disability and life insurance; gym reimbursement; outstanding pension plan and tax savings programs; generous vacation and sick leave as well as opportunities for continued research and professional development.  Applicants should enjoy working in a collegial, interdisciplinary, intellectual milieu.

TO APPLY: Interested applicants should send a detailed letter describing their background, interest in SSRC, and fit to this position together with their Curriculum Vitae, at least one relevant writing sample and the names of three professional colleagues who can serve as references.  The Council has no citizenship requirements for employees and seeks qualified candidates from all national backgrounds.  All applications received before March 1, 2011 will receive full consideration; start date is flexible, but will begin on or before August 2011. Applications may be sent electronically to: applications@ssrc.org (Please indicate "Peacebuilding Program Director" in the subject line.)  Applications may also be sent by mail to: Human Resources Department, Social Science Research Council, 300 Cadman Plaza West, 15th floor, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA.  Social Science Research Council is an equal opportunity employer.

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Three positions with CARANA Corporation

Director of Grants, Procurement and Compliance
Middle East

CARANA seeks an experienced Director of Grants, Procurement and Compliance for several pending USAID-funded projects in the Middle East. Duration: Long-Term.  This is a senior level position which requires previous experience in the same role or quite similar for USAID projects.  CARANA Corporation (www.carana.com), a contractor for USAID, designs and directs innovative economic growth strategies to help countries and businesses compete globally, reducing poverty and raising living standards around the world. For 25 years, we have specialized in market-led solutions to development challenges in more than 80 countries, packaging our expertise with on-the-ground resources for continuing, cost-effective results.

The principal responsibilities for the Director of Grants, Procurement and Compliance position include: Conduct grants and procurements solicitations and advertisements.  Design and prepare guidelines for evaluators including scoring formats.  Convene the Grant Committee Meetings and Procurement Evaluation Meetings, lead negotiations with applicants/ subcontractors/ vendors, and prepare the Memoranda of Negotiations and Responsibility Determination Statements, prepare award documents and oversee execution.  Oversee grants administration, compliance and implementation procedures, ensuring compliance with USAID grants and procurement regulations.  Direct funds transfers after reviewing of financial reports and ensure compliance with grant/ subcontract agreement.

Grants/ subcontracts tracking and reporting.  Issue instructions and provide guidance to grantees and vendors on all USG regulations.  Direct and oversee grants/ subcontracts close outs and final reporting.  Work closely with and obtain support from the technical teams in the preparation of technical proposals, SOWs, identifying recipients and vendors, preparing equipment specs, and overseeing the implementation of grants and subcontracts.  Follow strictly USAID procurement rules and regulations. Guide grantees, vendors and project staff on procurement procedures, and assist with official waivers from USAID, when appropriate.  Develop and maintain a documentation system to report to CARANA headquarters and USAID.

QUALIFICATIONS: Prior experience with USAID contract and/or grants administration and managing grantee relationships including advertising grants, managing the application, selection and award process, monitoring and evaluation of grantees, and financial management and reporting; Experience performing compliance and operations monitoring of all grant operations including providing technical and operational oversight to team leaders in grant planning, budgeting, monitoring and evaluation systems; Knowledge regarding FAR, AIDAR and CFR regulations pertaining to USAID contracting, subcontracting, grants management and procurement; Strong team leadership, managerial and diplomatic skills, including the ability to manage a multi-disciplinary team under complex conditions; and Excellent interpersonal communication and diplomacy skills.

TO APPLY: click on the following link to our consultant registry http://carana.resume-management.com/apply and select “Grants Director – Middle East” from the drop down menu of current open positions.  No phone calls please. CARANA is an EOE.

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Forestry, Agroforestry, and Ecotourism Advisors
Honduras

CARANA seeks consultants for an upcoming USAID funded project in Honduras titled PROPARQUE.  Duration: Long-Term and Short-Term.  CARANA Corporation (www.carana.com), a leading international economic development consulting firm for USAID, designs and directs innovative economic growth strategies to help countries and businesses compete globally, reducing poverty and raising living standards around the world. For 25 years, we have specialized in private sector and market-led solutions to development challenges in more than 80 countries, packaging our expertise with on-the-ground resources for continuing, cost-effective results.

 This project to will work to implement sustainable economic growth in the ecotourism, forestry and agroforestry sectors of Honduras. Other goals of this program include biodiversity conservation in protected areas and sustainable landscapes, and global climate change mitigation.  CARANA is specifically seeking experienced consultants who can provide technical assistance in improving product quality, access to markets, and access to finance within the ecotourism, forestry, and agroforestry sectors.

QUALIFICATIONS: Senior level professional having a proven track of implementing and successfully delivering programs in countries with socio-cultural and economic similarities to Honduras; At least 10 years of relevant experience in consulting and working in the ecotourism, forestry, or agroforestry sectors in developing country contexts; Proven ability to improve quality of products produced by the ecotourism, forestry or agroforestry sectors; Proven ability to improve access to finance and markets for small and medium enterprises in the aforementioned sectors; Fluent English and Spanish in speaking, reading and writing.

TO APPLY: click on the following link to our consultant registry http://carana.resume-management.com/apply and select “Proparque - Honduras” from the drop down menu of current, open positions.  No phone calls please. CARANA is an EOE.

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Chief of Party
Mongolia

CARANA is seeking a dynamic and innovative Chief of Party for an upcoming USAID-funded project that will work in coordination with the Mongolian government to strengthen private sector capacity and competitiveness; improve the implementation of business enabling environment policies; and strengthen the capacity of the financial sector and its enabling environment. Duration: Long-Term.  The COP will be responsible for oversight of the entire project, and will be required to work with various stakeholders, including high level government officials.

CARANA Corporation (www.carana.com), a leading international economic development consulting firm for USAID, designs and directs innovative economic growth strategies to help countries and businesses compete globally, reducing poverty and raising living standards around the world. For 25 years, we have specialized in private sector and market-led solutions to development challenges in more than 80 countries, packaging our expertise with on-the-ground resources for continuing, cost-effective results.

Candidates for this position should be senior level professionals having a proven track of designing, implementing and successfully managing business enabling environment or business climate reform programs in countries with socio–cultural and economic situation similar to Mongolia.  It is critical that the ideal candidate understands policy-making and implementation, has a track record worthy of international professional respect, and is comfortable operating cross-culturally.

Minimum QUALIFICATIONS: Hold a Master’s in Economics, Business or related field; Have 15 or more years of progressively responsible technical experience in the areas of macro and micro economic analysis, policy formulation and implementation.  Have 10 or more years of experience successfully managing international donor funded projects in developing countries or countries in transition; Demonstrated excellent communications and writing ability; Demonstrated  experience in developing and managing alliances with the private sector and counterparts at the highest levels of government; Have extensive knowledge of USAID administrative and procurement practices; and Previous COP experience is preferred. Position Pending Funding

 TO APPLY: click on the following link to our consultant registry http://carana.resume-management.com/apply and select “COP - Mongolia” from the drop down menu of current, open positions.  No phone calls please. CARANA is an EOE.

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Multiple Positions with University Research Co., LLC

University Research Co., LLC (URC), and its non-profit affiliate, the Center for Human Services (CHS) is a global company that works to improve the quality of health care, education and social services in the U.S. and around the world. We provide technical assistance and field research to strengthen health systems and health service quality by empowering health workers to find and expand proven and locally appropriate solutions to critical problems. Although our headquarters office is located in Bethesda, Maryland most URC staff live and work in the countries or regions they serve. Currently, our work spans over 30 countries. Our mission is to provide innovative, evidence-based solutions to health and social challenges worldwide. Please join us in carrying out our mission (http://www.urc-chs.com/).

URC-CHS collaborates with a number of federal, state, international, and non-profit organizations. Key clients include the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID); the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC); the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria; the Gates Foundation, the U.S. Department of Education (ED), the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), and the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

TO APPLY: To submit your application online (preferred) please cut and paste your cover letter into the “Notes” section of the system.  Upload your CV where indicated. Or, combine your cover letter and CV into one document and upload as requested. URC-CHS job listings can be found at: http://www.urc-chs.com/job_listings

Multiple Openings for Proposal, including Project Director
Rockville, MD

URC-CHS is actively looking for public health professionals, including a Project Director, to include in a health services proposal to a major federal government client. Contingent upon contract award, you would work on a major project focused on health education communication and awareness, and providing information on health resources and treatment.

QUALIFICATIONS (for Project Director):  You must be eligible to work for an indefinite period in the U.S. without visa sponsorship for all positions on proposal.  Ph.D., MPH or equivalent work experience in public health, social sciences or business administration; 3+ years of relevant experience in clearinghouse or telemarketing management role. Excellent proposal writing, interpersonal and leadership skills are required at the Project Director level. Minimum of 5 years of experience offering technical assistance and direction to large government programs, especially in the behavioral health area. Prior work experience with public health prevention, intervention and/or treatment, at the federal, state, and/or local community levels (public and private),  and experience with networks of service delivery is a firm requirement. You must have demonstrated project management skills and experience with government contracting  in a customer service oriented environment.

TO APPLY:  Click on the link http://www.urc-chs.com/project_director_domestic_programs, scroll down to the bottom of the page and submit cover letter and resume online.  Individuals interested in being considered for proposed positions other than Project Director, please visit our website at: http://www.urc-chs.com/job_listings and apply.

Positions include: Deputy Project Director; Director, Multimedia Services; Health Communications Manager; Information Services Manager; Information Specialist (Bilingual, TDD, various levels); Publications Manager; Resource Manager; Distribution Center Supervisor; Federal Government Publications Liaison; Technical Program Advisor (Substance Abuse) - part time, 20 hrs; Technical Program Advisor (Mental Health) – part-time, 20 hrs.  You must be eligible to work for an indefinite period in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.  Please note that only individuals clearly meeting business requirements will be contacted.

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M&E Consultant, LIFT
Bridgeton, NJ

University Research Co., LLC is seeking a Monitoring and Evaluation Consultant (part-time position, 20 hours per week) who will design and conduct local research and evaluation studies, including both process and outcome evaluations of the intervention,  to identify and confirm a direct relationship to improving timely entry, access to and retention of Latina women in quality HIV care.  Evaluation goal: to collect information on program implementation and compare it to program’s intent and effectiveness of original research plan in meeting stated objectives.  R&E studies also must be assessed as part of a local and national multi-site evaluation plan.

QUALIFICATIONS: You must be eligible to work for an indefinite period in the U.S. without visa sponsorship. Graduate degree in public health (MPH, MHS), or related field; you must have demonstrated knowledge and expertise in conducting real-world healthcare evaluations or health related research; familiarity and experience with both quantitative and qualitative research measures (strongly preferred); some content knowledge of/ experience with HIV policy and HIV treatment or care; experience in public health outreach, primarily to adults; familiarity and experience using the disability-adjusted life year (DALY) as a measure of overall disease burden, HAB HIV/AIDS Core Clinical Performance Measures for Adults and Adolescents, and CDC’s HRQOL-14 measure for quality of life status (required).  Relocation assistance and benefits cannot be provided; ideal for Spanish-speaking candidates recently graduated or several years out with advanced degree and relevant experience willing to work part-time  in the greater Philadelphia or greater NYC area.

TO APPLY: Click on link and scroll down to bottom of page: http://www.urc-chs.com/me_consultant_hrsa_lift_project

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Program Officer, International Division
Bethesda, MD

University Research Co., LLC is seeking a Program Officer to provide overall technical (programmatic) and financial backstopping to several USAID-funded projects and supervise a Project Coordinator for administrative and financial management support. This position reports to the Deputy Director of the International Division and provides support as needed to senior technical and management staff in the field.  You will support bilateral programs in Ghana and Uganda, Africa focused on maternal and child health, malaria and HIV/AIDS. This includes support for work planning, budget tracking, results monitoring, documentation of achievements -- including report writing – and hiring consultants when and if necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS: You must be eligible to work for an indefinite period in the U.S. without visa sponsorship. Master’s degree in public health, international development or related field (or commensurate experience) PLUS at least two years of experience working on international donor funded projects in a program and/or financial management capacity; ability to work well either in a team or independently in a fast-paced organization by prioritizing and managing multiple priorities. Strong attention to detail and follow-through required; strong written and oral communication skills; prior experience working in developing countries helpful; fluency in English is required and additional language abilities preferred. A minimum of 25% travel is required.

TO APPLY: Click on link and scroll down to bottom of page: https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=549674

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HIV/AIDS Proposal Manager
Bethesda, MD

URC-CHS  is actively seeking a seasoned public health professional with direct experience in HIV services/ delivery care systems for underserved populations to take the lead on writing a proposal. Desired experience could include working at clinics and or with service delivery systems that cater to diverse immigrant groups and interfacing with health care systems and research. In this role, you would be responsible for developing a detailed chronic care model oriented toward seeking, testing, treating, and retaining high-risk populations. Previous grant/ proposal writing related to implementing HIV/AIDS programs that have led to grant and/or contact award is highly preferred.  Contingent upon project award, you would be considered for the role of Project Director.

QUALIFICATIONS: You must be eligible to work for an indefinite period in the U.S. without visa sponsorship. Graduate degree in public health, medicine, nursing, social services or related field; at least 10 years of relevant HIV care and delivery systems; previous grant or proposal-writing experience is required and prior publications in peer-reviewed articles is a plus. Strong project management and writing skills are required, as is the ability to work well in a matrixed team environment.

TO APPLY: Email cover letter, including salary requirements,  and current CV to mfetter@urc-chs.com and be sure to include “HIV/AIDS Proposal Manager” in the subject line. Due to the volume of inquiries, please note that candidates who best fit requirements of the position will be contacted.

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Director of Research & Evaluation
Bethesda, MD

University Research Co., LLC is seeking a Director of Research and Evaluation which is a key senior management position on the USAID Health Care Improvement (HCI) Project. The Director of Research & Evaluation is responsible for the research and evaluation portfolio that includes designing, developing, and overseeing the implementation of the research agenda of the USAID Health Care Improvement Project.  The Director of Research and Evaluation reports to the Director of the USAID Health Care Improvement Project, and manages and mentors the staff of the research and evaluation unit.

QUALIFICATIONS: You must be eligible to work for an indefinite period in the U.S. without visa sponsorship; Doctoral degree in operations/ applied research, public health, medicine, management, or social science; 10+ years of relevant public health research and evaluation experience working in developing countries and in the U.S. on aspects of improving health service delivery related to primary health care; 5 or more  years of successful management experience with R&E program activities for international clients, and presenting outcome results to international audiences; training in and experience with a variety of research and M&E techniques. Proficiency in a second language other than English (e.g., French or Spanish) is helpful.

TO APPLY:  Click on link and scroll down to bottom of page: http://www.urc-chs.com/director_of_research_and_evaluation

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Senior Research & Evaluation Advisor
Bethesda, MD

University Research Co., LLC is seeking a Sr. Research & Evaluation Advisor who provides technical assistance to HQ and field staff in conceptualizing, designing, and implementing research studies focused on health systems strengthening and other public health topics. You will help with research design, development of indicators, manage and organize data collection, conduct statistical analysis (qualitative and quantitative) and write reports on findings.

QUALIFICATIONS: You must be eligible to work for an indefinite period in the U.S. without visa sponsorship. Must have doctorate in global public health or related field (Epidemiology, Biostatistics, etc.).  Prior research experience in developing countries strongly preferred.  Must have some experience in qualitative and quantitative analysis; fluency in English required; proficiency in French and/or Spanish strongly preferred.

TO APPLY: http://www.urc-chs.com/senior_research__evaluation_advisor - scroll to bottom of page and submit application online.

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TB Advisor
Botswana, Africa

University Research Co., LLC is seeking a TB Advisor in Botswana.  This position supports the U.S. Centers for Disease Control’s (CDC) Botswana National Tuberculosis Program (BNTP) to improve multi-drug resistant/ extensively drug-resistant (MDR/XDR) TB services. The TB Advisor reports directly to BNTP Manager and will partner with URC’s Technical Director, Country Coordinator, and Regional Director in addition to other members of the URC Botswana Team.

QUALIFICATIONS: MD or MBBS required; MMEd, MPH, MHS or similar degree desired; must have experience working, preferably at the national level, in TB programs, including an MDR TB component; TB/HIV co-infection work also required.

TO APPLY:  Click on link and scroll down to bottom of page: https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=543992.  Please cut and paste cover letter in “Notes” section. Or combine cover letter and CV into one document and upload into system as indicated.

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Quality Improvement Advisor
Bethesda, MD

University Research Co., LLC is seeking a Quality Improvement Advisor who collaborates with senior advisors in their area of expertise (i.e., HIV/AIDS, MNC, reproductive health, TB, malaria, health systems strengthening, R&E) and field staff in Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, or Latin America to implement and build on quality improvement (QI) initiatives, present work at conferences and high-level meetings, and provide support to the design, implementation, analysis, write-up, and sharing of QI interventions.

QUALIFICATIONS: You must be eligible to work for an indefinite period in the U.S. without visa sponsorship; Master’s degree in global public health or related field; five (5) or more years of relevant work experience in developing countries; experience with monitoring and evaluation (M&E) techniques; excellent written and oral communication skills required; in addition to fluency in English, fluency in a second major language (i.e., French Spanish, or Russian) is also required; must be able and willing to travel internationally about 25% of the time. When applying, please note area(s) of technical expertise and training in cover letter.

TO APPLY: Click on link and scroll down to bottom of page: http://www.urc-chs.com/quality_improvement_advisor_- please cut and paste cover letter in “Notes” section. Or combine cover letter and CV into one document and upload into system as indicated.

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Procurement & Contracts Specialist
Bethesda, MD

University Research Co., LLC is seeking a Procurement & Contracts Specialist in Bethesda.  Reporting to the Vice President for Contracts and Grants, the Procurement/ Contracts Specialist is responsible for procuring commodities, including pharmaceuticals and medical equipment and the negotiation, administration, and termination of prime contracts, subcontracts, and cooperative agreements. This person also prepares cost proposals for government clients and donors.

QUALIFICATIONS: knowledge of appropriate regulations including Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) is required;  experience with Agency for International Development Acquisition Regulations (AIDAR) highly desired; undergraduate degree in accounting, business or related field required; ability to analyze government contracts for compliance and have expertise in dealing with non-routine and complex projects; 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in a federal contracting environment.

TO APPLY: Click on link and scroll to bottom of page: http://www.urc-chs.com/procurement/contracts_specialist

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Project Coordinator
Bethesda, MD

University Research Co., LLC is seeking a Project Coordinator in Bethesda.  As a Project Coordinator, you will support the Healthcare Improvement (HCI) Project in its global portfolio of healthcare quality improvement work. You will provide backstop support to staff at HQ in the field on all logistical, administrative and financial matters.

QUALIFICATIONS: You must be eligible to work for an indefinite period in the U.S. without visa sponsorship; Undergraduate degree in social sciences, international relations, business, or related field required;  at least two (2) years of experience in office support; strong proficiency in MS Excel to track and monitor project expenses and proficiency in PowerPoint and Word. Fluency in English required. Fluency in French, Spanish, Portuguese or another major foreign language highly desired. Overseas experience working with international projects coordinating communications and administrative areas preferred.

TO APPLY: Email cover letter and current CV to hr@urc-chs.com and be sure to include “HCI Project Coordinator” in the subject line. Due to the volume of inquiries, please note that only candidates who best fit requirements of the position will be contacted.

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Two positions with International Resources Group

Business Development Associate
Washington, DC

International Resources Group is seeking a Business Development Associate.  The successful candidate will join IRG’s Corporate Development Division as a Business Development Associate at its Washington, D.C. headquarters. This position works within the BD team and with the technical teams to assist with new business development efforts, including capture and proposals. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Benefits include vacation, holidays, sick leave, health, dental and life insurances, 401K plan.

TO APPLY: For instructions on how to apply: www.irgltd.com. No phone calls please. IRG is an EOE – M/F/D/V

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Proposal Editor
Washington, DC

International Resources Group is seeking a Proposal Editor.  The successful candidate will join IRG’s Corporate Development Division as a Proposal Editor at its Washington, D.C. headquarters. This position’s primary responsibility will be to research, write, and edit material for proposals, qualifications statements, presentations, and other assignments. The successful candidate will be required to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment that requires working with the proposal teams for multiple simultaneous efforts. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to interface effectively with a number of different teams. Salary will commensurate with experience. Benefits include vacation, holidays, sick leave, health, dental and life insurances, 401K plan.

TO APPLY: For instructions on how to apply: www.irgltd.com. No phone calls please. IRG is an EOE – M/F/D/V

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Summer 2011 Internships

The Global Health Fellows Program is pleased to announce exciting paid internships for summer 2011 with the US Agency for International Development (USAID) in the Agency’s Washington, DC headquarters and USAID/Uganda-sponsored internships in Kampala with Mission partner organizations.

These internships will provide you a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in the field of global health. You’ll be working with experienced professionals on health projects of international importance. Technical areas include: HIV/AIDS; Infectious diseases (e.g. malaria, avian influenza, TB); Maternal and child health; Reproductive health; Nutrition; Commodities and logistics.

A variety of competitive, paid positions at the graduate level are available.  We are interested in people from a broad range of disciplines including: Public health, Social work, Education, International relations/ development, Commodity security and logistics, Medicine, Nursing/ midwifery, Public policy, Pharmacy, Business administration, Law.  All internships require US citizenship or permanent resident status.

GHFP’s summer 2011 internships in Washington, DC include: Bureau for Global Health, Office of the Assistant Administrator: Highly Vulnerable Children Intern; Office of HIV/AIDS, Implementation Support Division: Orphans and other Vulnerable Children (OVC) Intern (potentially 2 hires); Office of HIV/AIDS, Strategic Planning, Evaluation and Reporting Division: HIV/AIDS Monitoring and Evaluation Intern, HIV/AIDS Health Systems Strengthening Intern; Office of HIV/AIDS, Technical Leadership and Research Division: HIV/AIDS Nutrition Intern (potentially 2 hires), HIV/AIDS Research Intern, HIV/AIDS Prevention Intern (potentially 2 hires), HIV/AIDS Care and Treatment Intern, HIV/AIDS Community Care and Prevention Intern, HIV Testing and Counseling Intern (potentially 2 hires), HIV Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission (PMTCT)/ Pediatric Intern; Office of Population and Reproductive Health, Policy, Evaluation & Communication Division: Demographic and Health Surveys Intern; Office of Population and Reproductive Health, Commodities Security and Logistics Division: Commodities Security & Logistics Intern; Office of Health, Infectious Disease and Nutrition, Infectious Diseases Division: Tuberculosis Program Intern; Office of Health, Infectious Disease and Nutrition, Nutrition Division: Health Research Analyst Intern.

GHFP’s summer 2011 internships in Kampala, Uganda include: The Meeting Point: Orphans and other Vulnerable Children (OVC) Intern (potentially 2 hires); The AIDS Support Organization (TASO): HIV Gender Based Violence Intern, HIV Home Based Care Intern, HIV Testing and Counseling Intern.  Mengo Hospital: HIV Testing and Counseling Intern, HIV/AIDS Care and Treatment Intern, Orphans and other Vulnerable Children (OVC) Intern.

TO APPLY: Detailed information, including an online application and instructions, is available on our website at www.ghfp.net. Applications are due by February 4, 2011.  To learn more about the Global Health Fellows Program, please visit www.ghfp.net. To learn more about USAID, the largest government donor organization in the development field, please visit www.usaid.gov.

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Two positions with IntraHealth International

Chief of Party/Country Representative
Delhi, India

IntraHealth International is seeking a Chief of Party/ Country Representative who is responsible for Intrahealth’s overall strategic leadership and management of a five-year maternal and child health, nutrition and family planning-related project funded by USAID/India across national, state and district levels.   S/he ensures a strong technical agenda, high quality deliverables and products, and excellent collaboration with USAID, other implementers and partners, and host country government counterparts. The Chief of Party/ Country Representative travels domestically an estimated 25% of the time and internationally an estimated twice per year.  S/he is based in IntraHealth’s office in New Delhi, India with travel to project states required, and is supervised by the US-based Director of MNCH and Family Planning Programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Program Management: Ensures that staff develops strong technical agendas for their respective areas, per the annual workplan and USAID/India expectations, oversees the project’s strategic planning functions and ensures proper implementation, a focus on high quality results, and financial accountability and integrity for all project activities and results.  Ensures that project strategies, approaches, products and tools reflect IntraHealth standards and approaches and that IntraHealth learns from the project experience.  Responsible for producing contractual deliverables and achieving project results specified by USAID/India within the workplan and budget, and in compliance with USAID rules and regulations, and IntraHealth policies and procedures.  Ensures high quality results through a regular review process of overall performance, identifying steps for improvement and assuring appropriate follow-up as needed.

Strategic Leadership: Represents IntraHealth strategic interests and priorities, and cultivates and maintains strong relationships and alliances with USAID/India and other bilateral and multilateral donors, key Government of India ministries, stakeholders and partners, and international, regional and local NGOs and institutions.  Ensures overall strategic, technical, programmatic and financial integrity and quality of IntraHealth’s portfolio of projects and initiatives in India; works in collaboration with project leadership on projects.

Program Development: Leads program development efforts for IntraHealth in India, in collaboration with US-based Program Development team, to ensure a diverse and responsive portfolio of IntraHealth assisted projects and initiatives.  Tracks health sector trends in the country, determine how IntraHealth can respond technically and programmatically to the changing needs, and translate it into new business opportunities.  Promotes IntraHealth projects (e.g. funding mechanisms) and core business strengths to current and potential donors, including USG, multilateral and bilateral donors, and foundations and corporations.

REQUIREMENTS: Advanced degree in a public health, social sciences or related field.  A minimum of 10 years experience managing and implementing health programs in low resource countries.  Broad based knowledge of reproductive health programs including family planning, maternal, newborn and child health, malaria and other infectious diseases.  Successful experience working with USAID and USAID-funded projects and organizations; Significant knowledge of USAID public health programming objectives and regulations.  Experience and skills in public health systems, health services performance and quality improvement, and project management preferred.

Proven ability to work within budgets and produce financial reports in an accurate and timely fashion; proven ability to manage a multi-million dollar budget.  Proven ability to develop and work within approved work plans and deliver results.  Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.  Proven ability to lead and manage multiple teams and ability to foster strong and effective relationships with local and international partners.  Proven ability to recruit, hire, orient, train, supervise and support local staff and consultants.  Computer literacy in Word, Excel, Power Point; experience with SharePoint desirable.  Willingness to travel 25% within the country and periodically internationally.

TO APPLY: Please note, this position and specific job description are contingent on USAID funding and approval. For immediate consideration, please apply by visiting IntraHealth’s career page at http://www.intrahealth.org/section/careers and follow the instructions to submit an online application.

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Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor
Washington, DC or Chapel Hill, NC

IntraHealth International is seeking a Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor.  Dedicated to strengthening health workers and the systems that support them, IntraHealth International, Inc. (IntraHealth) has served the public health needs of developing countries for 30 years.  We bring about positive change by harnessing the potential of technology, valuing the power of partnership, and maintaining a sharp focus on the health worker.

To help close the gap in access to health care we have developed and share a depth of expertise in: Health workforce and systems strenghtening; Health worker training and performance; eHealth solutions; Maternal, newborn and child health; Family planning and reproductive health; HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis prevention, treatment and care; Malaria prevention and treatment; Gender equality.

Founded in 1979 as the Intrah program at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine, IntraHealth incorporated as an independent nonprofit organization in 2003.  We have worked in more than 91 countries throughout our history, and currently have programs in over 30 countries in Africa, the Americas, Asia, and Eurasia.  Our work is funded by the US Agency for International Development (USAID), the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the David and Lucile Packard Foundation, the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, Pfizer, Inc., the Tides Foundation, and by individual contributors.

IntraHealth is leading a USAID-funded global project, CapacityPlus, that aims to strengthen the health workforce needed to implement quality health programs in developing countries.  Placing health workers at the center of every effort, the vision of CapacityPlus is to build powerful constituencies to shape the global HRH agenda while achieving demonstrable progress in the health workforce development in a set of priority countries.

IntraHealth is seeking a Senior M&E Advisor to provide leadership to the CapacityPlus monitoring and evaluation group, which works as part a larger M&E, Knowledge Management and Communications Team under the supervision of the Project’s M&E Director.  The position may be based in either Washington, DC or Chapel Hill, NC.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provide technical leadership for the design, implementation and oversight of all project evaluation studies in the areas of health workforce systems strengthening, including but not limited to pre-service education, retention, productivity, financing, information systems, gender equity, etc., with a focus on evaluations linking Human Resources for Health (HRH) investments to health outcomes.  Support design and implementation of core-funded and field support-funded performance monitoring plans, including the development of result frameworks, indicators and monitoring tools for HRH interventions.  Facilitate collaboration with other project results teams, especially the Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) team, to ensure effective use of data of data for planning, management and policy development, including the design of simple modeling tools for HRH advocacy.

Serve as M&E team lead for annual workplan and budget development, results reporting, management and capacity-building of field M&E project staff.  Provide innovative strategies and help global partnerships in advocating for a global M&E HRH agenda and financing.  Identify and lead response to strategic opportunities for program research and evaluation activities.  Prepare abstracts and papers for professional association/ multi-lateral events and peer-reviewed journals; represent CapacityPlus in national and international events.  Perform other duties as determined by the Director of M&E.

REQUIREMENTS: Master’s of other advanced degree (Ph.D. preferred) in health policy and management, public health, epidemiology, demography, economics or related field with advanced skills in quantitative methods, statistical analysis, evaluation research design, etc.  Demonstrated experience designing, implementing and publishing quantitative and qualitative research and evaluation studies; experience with health systems research highly desirable.  Demonstrated technical expertise and minimum of 8 years experience in program monitoring and evaluation related to health systems strengthening, HIV/AIDS, reproductive or maternal health, or child survival.  Experience working for or in a program funded by the United States Government, highly preferred.

Experience providing M&E or research technical assistance in the field (with a preference for Africa experience), including the provision of support to host country partners at the Ministry level and to local implementing partners.  Experience with evaluating and reporting on results for USG federally-funded projects, including PEPFAR is an advantage.  Excellent English language oral and written communication skills required; French language proficiency highly desirable.  Comfortable working in teams as well as acting independently/ taking initiative in the implementation of specific tasks, multitasking and prioritizing, working under pressure and meeting deadlines.  Prior experience with strategic planning, budget development and human resource management/ supervision and/or leading a team.  Ability to travel domestically and internationally approximately 20% of the time.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT: Minimum noise levels in an office environment.  Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.  Office environment requiring sitting at a desk most of the day, using hands to operate a computer and other office equipment.  Requires lifting of 0-10 lbs occasionally or as needed.  Ability to work an irregular schedule or overtime on occasion or on short notice.  Ability to travel internationally.

TO APPLY: This is a position with IntraHealth International in Washington, DC or Chapel Hill, NC.  For immediate consideration, please apply by visiting https://www6.ultirecruit.com/INT1028/JobBoard/ListJobs.aspx?__vt=ExtCan. IntraHealth International, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer.