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Senior Technical Advisor - Governance and Public Administration Reform
Helvetas
Location: Cao Bang, Vietnam
Last Date: July 31, 2008
Email: esther.kuehne@helvetas.org

Senior Technical Advisor

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Governance and Public Administration Reform in Vietnam


Helvetas, the Swiss Association for International Cooperation, is currently looking for an experienced and output-oriented national or international Senior Technical Advisor with a strong development background and proven experiences in governance and public administration reform. He/she will support, coach and facilitate the Project Support Unit and the provincial implementing agencies of the project “Supporting Public Administration Reform in Cao Bang” (SPAR) in project management: planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation. The Senior Technical Advisor works under the direct supervision of the National Project Director and in close collaboration with the National Project Manager. This project is funded by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation and implemented by the Province of Cao Bang. The position is open for national as well as for international candidates.

Tasks
• Assist the Project Support Unit in all aspects of project cycle management and provide advice on strategic issues related to the project management: planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation
• Contribute to improve the project implementation, especially in providing assistance for implementation process design, mobilisation of required technical assistances , documentation, coordination, networking and information exchange.
• Assess the capacities of the provincial implementing agencies and organize with the Project Support Unit team the capacity building for result-oriented planning and implementation of the project.
• Advise on Governance and Public Administrative Reform issues for SPAR project and different other Swiss funded projects.

Requirements
• Masters degree in a development related topic (eg. development studies, rural development, political sciences, international relations, public adminstration, or others)
• Minimum 10 years of relevant advising and coaching experiences in Governance and Public Administration Reform related projects/programs in Vietnam and/or South East Asia
• Proven qualities in result-oriented planning and implementation, institutional and organizational development (training and coaching), and policy advice
• Ready to travel frequently to remote areas
• Strong communication, facilitation and networking skills
• Excellent spoken and written English, knowledge of Vietnamese language is an advantage
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products

Country: Vietnam
Workplace: based in Cao Bang
Working time (%): 100%
Duration: one year (with an option for extension)
Starting date: January or February 2009
Application deadline: July 31, 2008

Application address:
Please send your complete application (CV/diplomas/reference letters)
By E-Mail to: esther.kuehne@helvetas.org (HR Manager; phone: +41 44 368 65 05), with a cc to: jacqueline.salami@helvetas.org (Programme Coordinator), and a cc to: daniel.valenghi@helvetas.org (Programme Director)

or by ordinary mail to:

For international candidates: Helvetas, Mrs. Esther Kühne, Weinbergstrasse 22a, P.O. Box, CH-8021 Zürich, Switzerland

For national candidates:
Helvetas Vietnam, PO Box 81, A2 Van Phuc, Kim Ma Street 298F, Hanoi Vietnam (Tel +84 4 843 1750)

Director of Finance & Administration
American Institutes for Research
Location: International Offices
Last Date: August 1, 2008

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Position: Director of Finance & Administration
Location: International Offices

Overview

The American Institutes for Research (AIR) is a premier research organization specializing in education, educational assessment, and other social policy issues. Headquartered in Washington, DC AIR has over 1,300 staff serving in more than 25 locations world-wide. AIR is recruiting candidates for the position of Director of Finance and Administration for its international development efforts.

Responsibilities

The Director of Finance and Administration will design, implement and supervise adherence to financial policy, budgets and internal control measures. This position will oversee the overall administrative and financial management function, produce timely financial reports, lead the preparation of budgets, and ensure compliance with USAID regulations regarding accounting, auditing and financial management requirements. In addition, the Director will be responsible for the in-country accounting procedures at all levels of the project—headquarters, provincial/area, and division. S/he will ensure transparent financial transactions are allocable, allowable, and reasonable.

Qualifications

The successful candidate should have thorough knowledge of not-for-profit accounting principles, and best practices in the profession. In addition, the Director should have good knowledge of USAID policy, procedural and reporting requirements, as well as knowledge of U.S and local accounting practices and relevant laws. A graduate degree in accounting or business administration from an accredited university and a minimum of 5 years of experience in project administration is required. Significant overseas experience required.

For more information, please contact Lesley Sepanloo at lsepanloo@air.org. To apply, please visit the Careers section of www.air.org and search by job # 5567. EOE

PMI Malaria Advisor
USAID/Benin
Location: Cotonou, Republic of Benin
Last Date: July 29, 2008
Email: capedo@usaid.gov

Ladies and Gentlemen:

SUBJECT: Solicitation for a Personal Services Contractor (PSC) – PMI Malaria Advisor Position, USAID/Benin


Solicitation No.: PSC 680-08-008
Issuance Date: June 30, 2008
Closing Date: July 29, 2008
Closing Time: 12:00 noon local time

USAID/BENIN is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Persons with disabilities will be assisted and receive reasonable accommodation.

The United States Government, represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Benin is seeking applications (Optional Form 612 or Standard Form 171) from qualified U.S. Citizens, U.S. Resident Aliens, Third Country Nationals (TCNs), or Cooperating Country Nationals (CCNs), interested in providing the services described below.

Any questions as well as submission of applications in responses to this solicitation must be directed to:

Cosmas Apedo, Acquisition and Assistance Specialist
USAID/Benin
Office of Acquisition and Assistance
Rue Caporal Anani Bernard
American Embassy
01 BP 2012
Phone (229) 21-300-500, ext. 2112
Cotonou, Republic of Benin

Email address: capedo@usaid.gov

USAID/Benin anticipates awarding one (1) U.S. PSC, a TCN, or a CCN PSC contract as a result of this solicitation, subject to availability of funds. USAID/Benin reserves the right not to award any contract as a result of this solicitation. This solicitation does not represent a commitment on behalf of USAID. The US Government is not obligated to make an award or to pay any costs associated with the preparation and submission of a proposal in response to this solicitation. Full solicitation can be downloaded from the following USAID/Benin website address: http://www.usaid.gov/bj. Please select “USAID/Benin Solicitation for a Personal Services Contract (PSC) – PMI-Malaria Advisor Position” under “Contracting” from the home page to download the solicitation.

Sincerely,
Rudolph Thomas
Mission Director
USAID/Benin


SOLICITATION INFORMATION

1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC 680-08-008
2. ISSUANCE DATE: June 30, 2008
3. CLOSING DATE: July 29, 2008 12:00 noon Local Time.
4. POSITION TITLE: PMI Malaria Advisor.
5. MARKET VALUE: GS-14 (US $81,093 to US $105,420) or FSN Grade-11
6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: 24 months with possible extension for two
additional years.
7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Cotonou, Republic of Benin.
8. SUPERVISION: USAID/Benin Family Health Team Leader.
9. AREA OF CONSIDERATION: U.S. Citizens, U.S. Resident Alien, Third
Country Nationals (TCNs) or Cooperating Country Nationals (CCNs).

OVERALL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Malaria Advisor will collaborate with the USAID personnel managing the health portfolio, and provide technical and administrative guidance as needed. Concurrently, the Malaria Advisor, in collaboration with the PMI CDC Technical Advisor, and the Cognizant Technical Officers overseeing the Mission’s PISAF and IMPACT activities, shall oversee the planning, implementing, and monitoring of the PMI Initiative. He/she will be the point person to liaise with backstops for the PMI in USAID/W, in CDC, and in the USAID/Benin Family Health Team.

Specifically, the Malaria Advisor shall provide:
1) Management of Activity Implementation (30%)
The Malaria Advisor, in collaboration with the NMCP, will provide technical guidance to collaborating agencies, to ensure sound management of malaria interventions implemented under the PMI. This includes but is not limited to malaria prevention and control activities such as behavior change and communication activities, bednet purchase and distribution through the existing health services and at the community level, antimalarial drug purchase and distribution through the existing health services, IPT coverage and the diagnosis and treatment of acute malaria, and the indoor residual spraying conducted under the initiative. The Malaria Advisor, in collaboration with the PMI CDC Technical Advisor and the Family Health Team Leader, will also act as CTO of PMI implementing instruments and be responsible for monitoring and reporting the results for all PMI activities. He/she will ensure that PMI activities and other activities being implemented in the Family Health portfolio are mutually reinforced.

2) Activity Development and Design (25%)
The Malaria Advisor, working in collaboration with the NMCP and PMI staff will be responsible for developing annual Malaria Operational Plans (MOP) in line with PMI objectives and goals. This will include but is not limited to case management of malaria in health facilities and at the community level, distribution of malaria commodities and LLINs through health facilities, large-scale campaigns, and work with the private sector, intermittent preventive treatment of pregnant women, indoor residual spraying, and development of information, education and communications materials to promote the use of these interventions. Indoor residual spraying will be implemented in targeted areas as indicated by the NMCP.

3) Partner Relationships (25%)
Successful performance in this position depends upon establishing and maintaining productive collaborative relationships with a wide range of partners and stakeholders, the MOH, the regional health officers, local governments, the World Bank, the Global Fund, WHO, UNICEF, other Donors, and NGOs dealing with issues focusing on malaria. The Malaria Advisor shall, therefore, develop and maintain relationships with these partners and stakeholders in order to effectively ensure that all of USG PMI activities are complementary and enhance all other malaria activities being implemented in Benin. He/she will participate in meetings hosted by the NMCP on malaria.

4) Coordination with Other PMI Personnel (10%)
The Malaria Advisor will be required to communicate regularly and work jointly with other members of the USAID/Benin Family Health Team, USAID/Washington Global Health Bureau, and CDC Atlanta.

5) Monitoring and Evaluation (10%)

Monitoring and evaluation is a key component of the PMI. The Malaria Advisor shall be responsible for working with the PMI CDC Malaria Technical Advisor to develop a monitoring and evaluation plan in line with the PMI targets, as well as ensure that PMI partners develop project monitoring plans and reports in a timely manner on their activities. It is also expected that the Malaria Advisor shall provide expert advice and practical experience in helping the MOH, the NMCP and other partners to monitor inputs and outcomes, and progress towards PMI goals. The Malaria Advisor will collaborate with the World Bank Malaria Booster Project to conduct joint monitoring activities that involve the appropriate NMCP staff members.

The Malaria Advisor shall make sure that a coherent monitoring and evaluation plan is in place to track PMI activities results and impact for reporting to USAID/Washington. Significant results and impact data should also be presented to the NMCP twice a year.

PERIOD OF SERVICE TO USAID/BENIN, SECURITY AND MEDICAL CLEARANCE:

The Contractor's period of service shall be approximately two years from the effective date of the contract with a possibility of renewal for two additional years. Extensions will be contingent on availability of funds and USAID approval. The individuals must be willing and able to spend as much as 20% of his/her time traveling.

US Citizens need to obtain a Security Clearance from SEC/STATE and a medical clearance from State M/MED. TCNs and CCN must obtain an employment authorization from the U.S. Embassy Regional Security Office and a medical clearance from a qualified doctor prior to the issuance of a contact. Former or Current TCN and CCN serving with the Federal Government need to submit all previous security clearances and/or police records with a completed local security clearance form.


QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE, TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND VALUATION CRITERIA:

Applicants meeting the required qualifications for the position will be evaluated based on information presented in the application and obtained through reference checks. USAID reserves the right to conduct telephonic interviews with the most highly ranked applicants and make the interview a deciding factor in selection.

1) Experience – 45%

The Malaria Advisor must have at least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in designing, implementing and managing malaria and other health programs in developing countries, with a preference given to candidates working in African countries. Demonstrated technical leadership, program management, strategic planning, policy experience and problem solving skills, working on complex projects in a highly sensitive environment are required. Professional experience in maternal and child health, reproductive health, HIV/AIDS is also highly desirable.

The Malaria Advisor will also have the following:
(a) Knowledge and skills in quantitative and qualitative evaluation methods; experience in designing and evaluating malaria activities in Africa. The Malaria Advisor must have proven skills in capacity building and mentoring local staff in a developing country (20 points).

(b) Skill in conceptualizing programs, policies, and plans and developing strategies for their management and implementation. The candidate must be able to integrate short and long-range objectives of the USAID Family Health Team and the PMI with the organizational needs of the government of Benin (15 points).

(c) Analytical ability to interpret public policies and assist in the development of revised policies as required improving the policy environment related to malaria in Benin. Management skills required to develop and implement effective malaria prevention and treatment program activities involving financial and human resources. Administrative skills are required to assist in the oversight of cooperating agency technical advisors and institutional contractors (10 points).

2) Education – 20%
Minimum of a Masters Degree in public health, international health, or social sciences from a recognized institution and/or clinical qualifications is required. Specialized training in malaria is required, mainly in areas including but not limited to vector control, entomology, clinical case management of malaria, and epidemic surveillance and forecasting.

3) Language, Communication, and Computer Skills - 20%
The Malaria Advisor must have the following (these sub-factors are of equal weight and importance):
( a) Excellent verbal communication skills (English and French at the 4/4 or equivalent level), tact and diplomacy are required to establish and develop sustainable working relationships at the highest level and a high level of trust with public/private organizations. Verbal communication skills are also used to negotiate activity plans and resolve activity implementation issues with counterparts, partners and team members. Ability to communicate technical information to health and non-health audiences is required. Excellent written communication skills are required to prepare regular and ad hoc reports, activity documentation and briefing papers.
(b) Excellent computer skills: An applicant will not be considered if s/he does not meet the minimum requirements:

Fully functional in Windows, MS Outlook, word processing, and spreadsheet software is required.

Full functionality in using the internet to solve problems and research information, such as USG and USAID regulatory guidance, best practices and latest trends relating to malaria and public health is required.

4) Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills – 15%
Excellent leadership, communications and interpersonal skills are critical to this position. The Malaria Advisor must have the following (these sub-factors are of equal weight and importance):
(a) Must be able to work effectively with a broad range of USG personnel and partners, and have demonstrated skills in donor coordination and collaboration. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment to achieve consensus on policy, program and administrative matters will be preferred.
(b) Ability to work effectively under pressure and in a team environment and communicate highly technical health information to both health and non-health audiences, and achieve consensus on policy, project, research, and administrative matters.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS: USAID reserves the right to obtain from previous employers relevant information concerning the applicant’s past performance and may consider such information in its evaluation.

APPLYING

Applicants are encouraged to write a brief appendix to a resume, OF-612 or SF-171 to demonstrate how their previous experience and skills are suited for this position. Applicants must provide names and contact information for at least two references. The highest ranking applicants will be interviewed in person or by phone.

Application forms: Standard Form 171 can be obtained from http://www.jobs.bpa.gov/How_To_Apply/forms/sf171.pdf and Optional Form 612 can be obtained from the USAID website http://www.usaid.gov/forms/of-612.doc or at federal offices.

Applicants should retain for their record copies of all enclosures that accompany their proposals. Please reference the number of this solicitation when sending your application. Submissions made via e-mail MUST be Word 2000 or PDF format. Electronic submissions will be accepted.

Note: Please mark submissions "PSC 680-08-0088". Late applications will not be accepted. Applicants are requested to provide their full mailing address and contact information (including fax, telephone and/or e-mail where available). No response will be sent to unsuccessful applicants.

Science Director
CGIAR – Challenge Program on Water and Food
Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Last Date: July 18, 2008
Email: work-at-iwmi@cgiar.org

SCIENCE DIRECTOR

The CGIAR – Challenge Program on Water and Food (CPWF) is an international initiative focusing on the provision of water, food and environmental security. A vital step towards reaching this goal is to increase the productivity of water used for agriculture, leaving more water for other uses and the environment. The CPWF is creating research-based knowledge and methods for growing more food with less water (www.waterforfood.org). The success of this initiative depends in large measure on the capacity of scientists in the target river basins to carry out the research needed to achieve these ambitions. To build this capacity, the CPWF is developing a strategy in broad collaboration with its partners and seeks offers to take this strategy forward.

The CPWF wishes to appoint a Science Director to provide leadership in the design and implementation of all scientific research conducted by the CPWF. This includes identifying directions in which the scientific research agenda must advance, given evolution in and progress along impact pathways and related planning and management tools. This position reports directly to the CPWF Program Director. The successful candidate will be based at the CPWF Secretariat, located at the International Water Management Institute (IWMI), Colombo, Sri Lanka.

General responsibilities:

• Research integrations across topics, basins and scales.
• Leading within-basin and cross-basin synthesis of research findings.
• Adherence of CPWF research activities to agreed priorities and identify and recommend to the Challenge Program Management Team adjustments in research directions and priorities needed to facilitate and accelerate impact in accord with Basin Strategic Plans and the Medium Term Plan.
• Completion and adjustment of work plans in projects at the basin scale (via Basin Science Leaders and the Basin Strategic Plans)
• Maintaining a high level of quality in CPWF research.
• With the Impact Director:
o Participate in the process of contracting CPWF projects.
o Identify adjustments in research directions and priorities needed to facilitate and accelerate impact in accord with Basin Strategic Plans and the Medium Term Plan.
o Identify new areas of expertise needed to implement the evolving research agenda.
o Provide leadership in the suitable integration of gender, institutions, and participation issues and approaches, and capacity building into project planning and implementation through Basin Strategic Plans.
o Oversee the development of the Medium Term Plan
• Serve as a member of the Challenge Program Management Team.
• Supervise Topic Leaders and Basin Science Leaders.
• Oversee, through Topic Leaders, the Topic Working Groups, and participate in Impact Working Group meetings.
Reporting: this position reports to the Program Director

• Reports regularly to the Director on the status of scientific research.
• Represents the Director and the CPWF through participation in international meetings and fora.
• Prepares reports on behalf of the Program Director for submission to the CPWF Board or other entities, regarding the status of scientific research.
• Responds to questions and/or concerns raised by the Board or other entities with regard to the focus and quality of science.
• With the Director, liaise with the CGIAR Science Council and Science Directors in Centers and CPs, and other partners, regarding research priorities, design and implementation, especially as these relate to the Medium Term Plan.

Selection Criteria: Qualifications and experience

• Advanced degree in a field related to agricultural science or water science.
• Demonstrated capacity to perform outstanding original research particularly in cross-disciplinary and cross-scale research in developing countries.
• Demonstrated understanding and ability to obtain impact through research.
• Substantial experience (10- 15 years) in research management in complex, multi location, international research program.
• Ability to motivate a large team of people who have diverse cultures, backgrounds and expertise, across the globe
• Outstanding communication skills, verbal and written, in English.
• Fluency in a second language relevant to CPWF is highly desirable.
• Willing to engage in extensive foreign travel (30-40% time).
• Previous residence in developing countries is desirable; professional experience in several developing countries is essential.
Salary and benefits:

This is an internationally recruited staff position and the salary and benefits are competitive with those of similar international institutions and include a housing allowance, transport, education, annual home leave, retirement and health package. CPWF staff appointments are made through the International Water Management Institute (IWMI) whose human resource policies apply to these positions.

Application Process:

Please forward an application, describing how your experience meets the qualifications, skills and abilities listed in this position description. Include a CV, list of publications, and the names and addresses of three referees to the Human Resources Office, IWMI, P.O. Box 2075, Colombo, Sri Lanka. Fax: (94-11) 2786854; Email: work-at-iwmi@cgiar.org by COB 18 July 2008. This position will remain open until a successful candidate is appointed. All applicants will be acknowledged, however, only short listed candidates will be contacted. All correspondence will be held in confidence.

The application must address each of the Selection Criteria identified above, indicating how your qualifications and experience are suited to the general responsibilities of the position.

You may be requested to undergo a Belbin Team Role analysis as part of the selection process.

Deadline: 18 July 2008 or until the position is filled.

For information about CPWF visit http://www.waterforfood.org and about IWMI visit http://www.iwmi.org

Chief of Party, Paraguay
ACDI/VOCA
Location: Paraguay
Last Date: July 30, 3008

For 45 years and in 145 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness systems, financial services, enterprise development and community development in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 90 projects in 45 countries and revenues of $90 million.

Chief of Party

We are currently seeking a chief of party for an upcoming multiyear program in Paraguay. The purpose of this program is to support the conservation of biodiversity in Paraguay’s ecoregions by increasing sustainable economic and social activities in rural communities. Key steps include (1) overcoming production/business constraints to sustainable economic activities, (2) upgrading local/indigenous production-trade level capabilities (e.g., improving capacity, production, processing and marketing), and (3) improving cooperation and linkages among entities within value chains to stimulate growth, create economies of scale, increase bargaining power and generate investments. The start date will be in late 2008 and the position is contingent upon ACDI/VOCA being awarded the activity.

Responsibilities:
• provide overall management of all program components
• provide technical direction for the program and ensure that it is managed according to the yearly work plans
• monitor and approve program allocations and expenditures and ensure that all project financial reporting is done in accordance with USAID regulations and ACDI/VOCA accounting policies and procedures
• ensure the program reaches monitoring and evaluation plan targets
• identify issues and risks related to program implementation in a timely manner and suggest adjustments
• maintain strong relationships with home office and donor personnel, partners and collaborators and any other associated stakeholders
• represent ACDI/VOCA and the program to the public and donor community

Qualifications:
• minimum of master’s degree in a relevant area
• at least seven years of experience working with communities, producers and rural activities or other related fields
• experience working with transnational companies, exporters, government authorities and/or producers’ associations
• experience in agribusiness and rural development
• USAID project/program management experience
• previous experience managing assistance programs in Latin America
• fluency in both English and Spanish languages.

No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.

Apply at: http://www.cytiva.com/av/apply.asp?av?av963?acapanu?11