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U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC)/Global AIDS Program-India and PHMI invite highly motivated professionals to take key positions in Public Health Field Leader Fellowship (PHFLF).

Public Health Field Leader Fellowship (PHFLF) intends to enhance an optimum professional competence among working professionals in the field of public health, social sciences and medicine. With this vision, the US. Government’s Centers for Disease Control/Global AIDS Program (GAP)/PEPFAR, in collaboration with the Public Health Management Institute (PHMI), initiated the first hands-on public health field leader fellowship to maximize the HIV prevention capacity of individuals and their institutions (inclusive of government agencies, private, and non-profit organizations).

Position: Deputy Fellowship Directors (for MENTORSIP & TECHNICAL FACULTIES)
No. of positions: Full-time: 3
Locación: Hyderabad (6/1-126,127/4 Padma rao Nagar, Secunderabad.500025)

Deputy Fellowship Directors (DFD) are expected be the guide & advisor to the fellows facilitating the self learning process to ensure that each fellow receives optimum gains out of the fellowship program and contributes to shape up the career goals and expectations of the fellow-assigned in the field of Public Health and HIV prevention in India. S/he will guide the fellow on the project work during the course of the year long fellowship as well as in reporting / documenting. Will also provide periodical progress report on the fellows/facilitate academic grading process of the fellows. S/he will also be a faculty/resource for the fellowship contact sessions as well as in standardizing the curriculum, training resource material.

Eligibility criteria:
Essential
• Post graduates / doctorate in the field of preventive and social medicine; social sciences; communication / journalism; bio-statistics and epidemiology; behavioral sciences and other related discipline
• Efficiency in computer skills; MS office packages and internet
• Grass-roots as well as higher level experience with remarkable/outstanding achievements in the given field
• Experience of imparting mentorship on public health and HIV/AIDS related issues
• Excellent Communication Skills (English, preferably Hindi or other regional languages of TN, AP and KA ) both written as well as verbal
• Willingness to travel extensively, for southern states as well other parts of the country

Desirable
• Public Health Sector Professionals: working with government/ Non Govt./ Private sectors
• Academicians / Teachers
• Experts in the field of HIV/AIDS and or engaged in community health related training and capacity building of NGO/Government sectors

Compensation package will match with the best in the field. The positions are open for highly self-motivated, hard-working, energetic and creative individuals keen on working in public health settings. Applicants should have the ability to work in teams and for long hours.

PHMI is an equal opportunity employer. No telephone inquiry would be entertained. Interested candidates should send their detailed resumes (with two recent photographs) explaining their earlier related experiences to: The Director; Public Health Management Institute (PHMI)
6-1-126&127/1, Padmarao Nagar, Secunderabad, AP/India- 500 025
E-mail: sam.phmi@gmail.com ;drkuga@yahoo.com
Last date for application: 25th Mar 08

Action for Food Production (AFPRO) is a national level, non-governmental, socio-technical development organisation, with Christian inspiration, working for the rural poor in India since 1966. It works with technical and social interventions mainly in the field of Natural Resources Management (NRM) areas like Forestry, Watershed Management, Fisheries, Livestock & sustainable Livelihood and Rural Energy Programmes. AFPRO dedicates itself to its mission of alleviating rural poverty by promoting and working through voluntary organisations. AFPRO’s Head Office is located at New Delhi and covers most parts of the country through its 9 Field Offices located in various states of the country. For more details about the organization please visit www.afpro.org.

Position – Human Resource Executive
Based at - AFPRO, New Delhi

Functions

Management, Formulation, Implementation of Policies and best practices, Personnel and Staff Welfare,

Responsibilities

1. Advise on matters pertaining to Personnel
2. Work closely with all departments and field offices and evaluate present policies, advise and develop/ modify policies pertaining to Personnel and ensure gender jequity
3. Ensure adherence to policies, systems and procedures
4. Maintain records of leave, LTA, etc
5. Maintain, update renew all insurance policies of staff on regular basis
6. Develop system of staff induction/ staff exit
7. Ensure staff appraisal is done periodically
8. Advertise positions and arrange interviews
9. Any other work that may be assigned by the Head – Administration periodically

Desirable Qualification

1. Graduate in any discipline
2. Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management or equivalent

Desirable Experience

At least one year experience in Human Resource Management

Other Desirable Skills

1. Strong computer Skills
2. Team Player and persuasive and amiable
3. Good presentation skills in English
4. Knowledge of Hindi and additional languages would be an advantage
5. Sustained positive attitude
6. Ability to work with minimum supervision
7. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Salary will commensurate with experience and educational background.

The position is on contract for a period of 4 years and renewable based on the individual performance and organizational requirement.

Interested candidates may send their resume along with an application addressed to the Executive Director, AFPRO and email to jobs@afpro.org or by post/courier to Action for Food Production, 25/1A, D Block, Institutional Area, Pankha Road, Janakpuri, New Delhi - 110058. Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

Last date for submission of application is - 30 March 2008

Women Candidates are encouraged to apply

Human Resource Executive
Action for Food Production (AFPRO)
Location: New Delhi
Last Date: March 30, 2008

The services of the Supervision Contractor shall cover the activities of supervision and administration of the Belgrade By-pass Section A works contract that will be in accordance to FIDIC regulations and EIB/EBRD requirements. The Section A is about 9.7 km and total length of the planned structures (on interchanges only) is about 4.7 km. The construction works are to be carried out under supervision of this Contract shall include but not be limited to the following:
• Construction of new road, approximate length of 9.7 km;
• Construction of interchanges in Dobanovci with E70 (partly constructed from 2000 – 2005) and in Batajnica with E75;
• Connection road in between.


The RESIDENT ENGINEER shall be responsible for managing the supervision team supervising the concurrent execution of the two Works Contracts.
Qualification and skills: University degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent. Post Graduation Diploma or relevant specialisation in the field of roads, highways and motorways, or Project Management will be treated as an advantage.
General experience: Preferably 15 years or minimum 5 years of experience in the field of highways and motorways constructions.
Specific experience: Preferably 10 years spent acting in a senior managerial position in the supervision of construction of roads and highways projects. Must have supervised, whilst is a similar managerial position, at least two roads construction projects under YELLOW FIDIC General Conditions of Contract.


Road Resident Engineers - Belgrade Bypass
Tecnica y Proyectos SA (TYPSA)
Location: Belgrade
Last Date: March 20, 2008
Email: dmoreno@typsa.es

FINCA International, one of the world's leading microfinance institutions, provides financial services to more than 600,000 clients through 21 wholly-owned and operated subsidiaries in Africa, Eurasia, Latin America and the Greater Middle East. Currently FINCA International is looking for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for FINCA Haiti, to be based in Port-au-Prince (location until end of 2007: Les Cayes). The CFO is directly responsible for managing all finance and accounting activities of FINCA Haiti, and supervises its entire finance staff. S/he will ensure that the finance activities will support FINCA Haiti in pursuing its mission with a minimum of risk and a maximum of efficiency. As a member of the Management Team/Board, s/he shares responsibility for the overall performance and activities of FINCA Haiti, and participates in making decisions on material issues.

Ideal profile:
- Degree in Accounting with CPA/ACCA or Chartered Accountancy equivalent required, Master’s Degree is preferred,
- Minimum experience of 5 years,
- International experience desirable, exposure working in the region an asset,
- Extensive experience in best-practice financial management of a company, desirably a bank or other regulated financial institution, experience working for the big 4 audit firms an asset,
- Financial analysis-long/med/short term financial planning,
- Experience working with US GAAP or IAS,
- Demonstrated abilities in budget preparation and management and general ledger management,
- Treasury management,
- Thorough understanding of operational risk of a financial institution,
- Experience in headquarters and branch back office operations
- Proficient in MS Office suite, good understanding of IT issues and the role and possibilities of IT in financial management, familiarity with implementing and working with complex integrated management information and accounting systems (including database management),
- Fluency in French, Creole an asset.

Please apply online at www.villagebanking.org (careers section).

FINCA International Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
FINCA Haiti
Location: Port-au-Prince
Last Date: March 31, 2008

Executive Director
National Gay and Lesbian Task Force
New York City or Washington, DC
Salary: Commensurate with experience.

Location: New York City or Washington, DC
Contact: Interested candidates should forward letter and resume to:
Alan Acosta and Paula Redd Zeman
Search Committee Co-Chairs
National Gay and Lesbian Task Force
executivesearch@thetaskforce.org

The National Gay and Lesbian Task Force, which builds the political strength of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community at the local, state and national level, is seeking an Executive Director (ED). The Task Force has six offices nationwide, a budget of nearly $10 million and staff of 54. As part of a broader social justice movement, we work to create a nation that respects the diversity of human expression and identity and creates opportunity for all.

The ED serves as spokesperson, primary fundraiser, administrator and leader of the organization; provides guidance to Board of Directors in establishing policies, strategies and decision-making; maintains relationships with LGBT stakeholders, other organizations and political and community leaders; directs the preparation and administration of the annual budget; manages development staff in creation and implementation of an annual fundraising plan including major donors, events, grants, membership, corporate sponsorship, institutional and planned giving.

Required knowledge, skills and attributes include knowledge of, and comfort with, issues of importance to LGBT community, and the ability to: be an effective leader; communicate clearly and effectively; fundraise; implement policies and procedures for organization; establish and maintain effective working relationships; identify challenges and opportunities and formulate realistic strategies; comprehend, analyze and interpret policies, legislation and laws affecting the LGBT community; and assign and supervise the work of professional, administrative and clerical staff. Also required: experience in budget and fiscal management; thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of administration, management, and supervision; skill in the use of computer systems and applications; initiative, imagination, tact, diplomacy, integrity and sound professional judgment; and shared values with the Task Force and a strong belief in the organization’s mission.

Required Minimum Experience: Either Bachelor’s Degree and ten years of experience in executive administration or a Master’s Degree and five years related experience; experience in fundraising from a variety of funding sources, fiscal management, staff management, the workings of a non-profit organization including, but not limited to, board governance, developing and implementing strategic plans, visionary thinking and working effectively in political contexts. Please see full position description at http://www.thetaskforce.org/about_us/employment/exec_director

Region
Mid-Atlantic, North East

Function
Executive, Major Gifts

Industry
Non-profit, Gay/Lesbian/B/T, Civil Rights