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Field Representative in Waiting
Population Services International (PSI)
Location: Washington DC and International
Last Date: May 15, 2008

Population Services International (PSI) is the world’s leading non-profit social marketing organization, operating in more than 60 developing countries. PSI creates demand for essential health products and services by using private sector marketing techniques and innovative communications campaigns to motivate positive changes in health behavior. On the supply side, PSI works with the commercial sector to increase the availability of these products and services at prices which are affordable to at-risk populations. With a bottom-line orientation that is rare among non-profits, PSI social markets products and services for family planning, maternal and child health, and the prevention of AIDS, malaria and other diseases. For more information, please see our web site at: www.psi.org

PSI seeks entrepreneurial, dynamic candidates with an interest in private sector approaches to development for the position of Field Representative in Waiting (FRW). The FRW will be hired to assume an upcoming overseas position with PSI in Africa, Asia, or Latin America. Before taking a field post, the FRW will spend approximately 1-6 months at PSI headquarters in Washington, D.C., providing technical support to designated field programs. The FRW will report to the appropriate Regional Director at PSI’s headquarters in Washington, D.C.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Possible assignments include Country Representative, Product Specialist, Behavior Change Communication Specialist, Reproductive Health Program Manager, Marketing Advisor, and others. Specific responsibilities will depend on the designated country post and its particular program objectives. While in waiting for the overseas assignment, the FRW will work with Washington, D.C. departments to support country programs, monitor budgets and contract compliance, develop new business, design new projects and fulfill other technical responsibilities as required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Master’s degree in a relevant field (MBA, MPH, MIA, etc.), or equivalent experience;
• At least two years work experience in a developing country;
• At least five years of personnel and financial management experience;
• Fluency in English and French, Spanish, Russian or Portuguese;
• Substantial private sector experience in marketing, sales, communications, or advertising; and
• Knowledge of international health areas (such as Malaria, HIV/AIDS, family planning and maternal and child health).

Preference will be given to candidates familiar with USAID and the international donor community. Successful candidates will exhibit creative thinking ability; excellent communication, analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills; ability to work efficiently and quickly under pressure; and an interest in private sector approaches to development.

APPLY ONLINE at http://www.psi.org. No calls or emails, please.

PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals
regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or disability.

Public Relations Expert
Management Systems International
Location: Georgia
Last Date: May 17, 2008

Public Relations Expert
Georgia

Company Profile: Management Systems International is an international development consulting firm based on the D.C. waterfront with offices around the globe. For over 25 years, MSI has worked to improve the daily lives of people in many of the most impoverished and conflict-ridden places of the world through partnerships with domestic and foreign government agencies, corporations, and non-governmental organizations. For more information on MSI, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com.

Project Summary: The USAID/Public Administration Reform (PAR) program, which was launched in October 2006, aims to increase the administrative capacity and effectiveness of Georgian public institutions by developing and strengthening the skills of public officials and institutional systems. PAR provides technical assistance and training in capacity building at Georgian institutions to enforce ongoing reforms and development initiatives. PAR has been working with the Public Defender’s (Ombudsman’s) Office to assist in the areas of improving public relations by developing a PR strategy and action plan for its implementation; updating its website to promote more effective delivering of information and conducting performance management training and targeted human resource management interventions.

Position Summary: The expert is expected to conduct work with the Ombudsman’s office to strengthen operational capacity of the PR unit to become capable of handling effective ongoing public relations activities through a comprehensive PR strategy document.

Responsibilities:

· Conduct PR needs assessment of the organization;

· Develop 2-year Public Relations Strategy document;

· Develop PR strategy implementation 1-year Action (Work) Plan with measurement criteria;

· Develop PR Strategy implementation monitoring tools with Ombudsman’s Office staff so that monitoring skills are internalized within the institution;

· Conduct Training Needs Assessment in PR skills with PR unit ;

· Collaborate with the IT Company contracted by PAR for ensure that PR strategy is incorporated into website development.

Deliverables:

· Public Relations 2 year strategy document;

· Public Relations Strategy implementation 1 year action plan with measurement criteria;

· Internal monitoring tools for implementing Strategy developed;

· Training Needs Assessment document.

Qualifications:

· Minimum Bachelors Degree in relevant field

· Substantive professional experience as a public relations expert

· Strong English language writing ability

· Experience in Central Europe preferred

Assignment Duration: Up to 27 days of work, beginning in May or June 2008.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

To apply, please visit our website: www.msiworldwide.com

Monitoring and Evaluation Consultants: Education Project
Management Systems International
Location: Tanzania
Last Date: May 17, 2008

Monitoring and Evaluation Consultants: Education Project
Tanzania

Company Profile: Management Systems International is an international development consulting firm based on the D.C. waterfront with offices around the globe. For over 25 years, MSI has worked to improve the daily lives of people in many of the most impoverished and conflict-ridden places of the world through partnerships with domestic and foreign government agencies, corporations, and non-governmental organizations. For more information on MSI, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com.

Position Summary: Management Systems International is seeking Monitoring and Evaluation consultants with experience evaluating education programs for an upcoming project in Tanzania. The project will assess the impact of USAID/Tanzania’s education activities and their monitoring and evaluation systems, as well as grant management procedures. Individual assignments will last from 3-6 weeks; timing is to be determined.

Qualifications:

Prior experience with performance monitoring and evaluation for international development programs, including developing performance indicators, causal linkages, target setting, etc.;
Minimum 10 years international development experience, with at least 4 years specific to M&E;
Prior experience evaluating the effectiveness of education programs, or other education project experience;
Knowledge of and experience working with USAID rules and regulations preferred;
Superior writing ability;
English fluency required;
Tanzania or regional experience strongly preferred.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

To apply, please visit our website: www.msiworldwide.com

Partnerships and Refugee & Asylum Seekers Initiative Administrator
The Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fund
Location: London, UK
Last Date: May 12, 2008
Email: ann.rowles@memfund.org.uk

We are an independent grant giving charity established in 1997. Our vision is to help secure sustainable improvements in the lives of the most marginalised people in the UK and around the world.

Partnerships and Refugee & Asylum Seekers Initiative Administrator
(£25,238 – £30,848)

Reporting to both the Head of Partnerships and to the Head of Refugee & Asylum Seekers Initiative. Providing PA and administrative support to Partnerships and RASI. Tasks will include assisting with the processing and management of grants, assisting with the organisation of meetings and events, and developing and maintaining database systems.

You need to have initiative, be fully computer literate, including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, and possess a minimum typing speed of 50 wpm. Excellent writing and presentation skills are essential.

To apply, please send a copy of your CV (maximum two pages) and covering letter to ann.rowles@memfund.org.uk. Queries can be directed on +44 (0)20 7902 5502.

For further information and details on the application process please visit our website www.theworkcontinues.org.

Closing date for applications is Monday 12th May 2008. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 3rd June 2008. We regret that it will not be possible to acknowledge applications. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fund is committed to Equality and Diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Action contre la Faim (AcF) is a non-governmental, non-political and non-profit making humanitarian organization. In Indonesia, its projects address the areas of water and sanitation, food security, and disaster preparedness. Activities including repair and construction of infrastructures, construction of showers and latrines, hygiene education, distribution of farming and fishing equipment, support to income-generating activities, and socioeconomic and environmental impact studies. If you are dynamic and professional person, we are offering you a unique opportunity to develop your skills in a multicultural environment:


DEPUTY LOGISTICIAN

Responsibilities:
1. Manage the base logistics.
2. Participate in the security management of the base.
3. Supervise the team.


Desired Qualifications
1. Minimum Bachelor Degree in relevant field.
2. Having 2 (two) years training in logistics or equivalent.
3. Good organizer.
4. Diplomacy.
5. Experience in team management.
6. Experience in logistics, transportation, supplies, construction, and IT/technical skill.
7. Experience working in NTT area would be an advantage.
8. Excellent English skill is compulsory (oral & written).

Interested and qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and should submit a one-page cover letter stating current and expected salaries, updated CV in English and latest photograph, together with complete contact details of two professional referees (if possible) as attachment to:

acfrecruitment@ yahoo.fr
(Please put the Post Title + your name in the email subject)

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

All ACF members are committed to respect the 6 leading principles of the organization: independence, non-discrimination, free and direct access to victims, professionalism and transparency. ACF is an equal opportunity employer. The position is equally open to suitable qualified male and female applicants.



Deadline for submission of applications:

Terms of Reference

Post Code:RJA 08/HR/LOGISTIC/ IV/08
Post Title:DEPUTY LOGISTICIAN
Location/Duty Station:Soe, NTT
Starting Date:16 June 2008
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