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2/3/2012
Project Director
The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) is currently seeking a Project Director (PD) for an anticipated USAID-funded program in Georgia to promote regional stability by addressing the underlying drivers of conflict and promoting peace building. The PD will oversee all aspects of the program’s performance, both technical and managerial. The PD will serve as the program’s key point of contact for USAID, local partners, and other relevant stakeholders. The position will be based in Tbilisi, Georgia, with potential travel to regional conflict-affected areas. This position is contingent on UMCOR receiving the award.
Essential Functions: Provide overall strategic direction for the program in consultation with Head of Mission, UMCOR senior management and the donor. Oversee all conflict management and mitigation program activities in cooperation with program staff, local government, local NGOs, communities, peace actors, and other program stakeholders. Identify and include socially disadvantaged groups, conflict-affected community leaders and other actors for active participation in the program. Conduct field visits regularly to monitor program operations and meet with local partners, donors and government officials. Regularly coordinate with program staff to ensure smooth planning, implementation, and rigorous monitoring and evaluation of program activities. Coordinate with UMCOR-Georgia senior management on financial and grant management issues, ensuring compliance with regulations and procedures, reporting and, maintaining working relationships with the donor, government, partners, and local community organizations. Supervise the recruitment, hiring, and supervision of all program-specific local staff and consultants. Ensure that program targets are met and effectively reported on to the donor, in coordination with other program staff. Regularly meet with program staff from complementary programs funded by USAID and other donors. Help develop communications materials related to the program. Reports to the Head of Mission and will perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS: Master’s degree in international affairs, conflict resolution, international development, or a related field. Proven record of excellent management, leadership, and decision-making skills. At least 7 years of senior level experience designing, managing, and implementing large, complex development projects preferably in conflict/ post-conflict settings. At least 4 years senior level experience in conflict management/ mitigation and peace building. Experience conducting conflict assessments and implementing a people-to-people approach to peace building preferred. Experience living and working in the Caucasus, Georgia preferred. Demonstrated ability to think strategically and navigate politically and conflict sensitive terrain. Familiarity with USAID programming, rules and regulations. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
TO APPLY: Submit your cover letter (notes), resume and complete the application and questions on our website at http://jobs-umcor.icims.com/umcor_jobs/jobs/candidate/job.jsp?jobid=1350&mode=view. Applications received by March 5, 2012 will receive first review. No telephone inquiries please. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thanks for your interest in UMCOR.
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Copyright 2012. All rights reserved. This email or any parts thereof may not be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of the Publisher. Lisa L. Hystad, Publisher.
2/3/2012
Three positions with CARANA Corporation
Senior International Recruiter
CARANA Corporation (www.carana.com), a contractor for the United States Agency for International Development (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 more than 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.
CARANA seeks an experienced International Recruiter who has a passion for international development to recruit for current and future international proposals and projects. The selected applicant will be responsible for the following recruiting functions including, but not limited to: Recruiting for projects and proposals; Building and maintaining a network of qualified candidates; Contacting candidates, conducting phone and in-person interviews; Writing proposal personnel sections; Formatting, writing and editing CVs; Verifying daily rates/ salaries and performing reference checks; Maintaining Resume Management System; Supporting proposal coordination; Participating and collaborating with technical and project staff to develop strategic recruitment campaigns and identify the resources to track senior industry specialists; and Representing CARANA at career fairs, off-site recruitment efforts, and networking events.
Minimum QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Business, International Affairs, Human Resources, or related field; Excellent communication and writing skills; English fluency required; Advanced French or Spanish highly preferred; Arabic a plus; Three to five years of progressive work experience as an international recruiter for USAID proposals; Excellent research capabilities and internet savvy; Experience in business development and proposal writing; Confidence and ability to cold-call potential candidates; Interest in international development and private sector development; Experience living or working in a developing country strongly preferred; Flexible work style, professional and mature demeanor, and strong business ethics are required; Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task, detail- and deadline-oriented; and Knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, databases, Internet. Level of responsibility and salary commensurate with background and experience. Relocation expenses will not be paid. CARANA offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, growth potential, learning opportunities and an outstanding firm culture.
TO APPLY: Interested candidates should email a cover letter, stating salary requirements, availability, and a detailed resume to careers@carana.com. Please include “International Recruiter” in the subject line of the e-mail. No phone calls please. EOE.
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Global Business Innovations Intern (Paid/Graduate Students)
CARANA Corporation is seeking Global Business Innovations Intern (Paid/Graduate Students) in Arlington. CARANA Corporation has been addressing economic development challenges around the world for over 28 years. In 2012, it established Global Business Innovations, a new consulting practice that uniquely brings together the firm’s international experience, business knowledge and global relationships to identify and implement creative solutions to business challenges in developing countries. Staffed by senior executives within a well-established consulting firm, this start-up will engage in entrepreneurial partnerships to implement locally practicable solutions in the food, agriculture and logistics sectors in Africa and Latin America for private sector clients. The current portfolio of activities includes reengineering supply chains, attracting venture finance and structuring partnerships to implement sustainable business solutions.
Specific assignments will be dependent upon the capabilities and interests of the intern and the timing of specific projects. Opportunities may include: Facilitate market linkages for clients through targeted outreach to select market intermediaries and partners; Support initiatives with in-depth research, sales presentations, and follow-up correspondence with potential companies and partners; Draft financial/ project profiles used to seek financing, partners, and buyers for potential clients; Conduct due diligence on emerging market investment opportunities for clients; Maintain a database of corporate, financial, and technical resource contacts and follow-up action. The internship program includes leadership development opportunities such as in-depth assessment and feedback and participation in business meetings and discussions with senior leaders. The program will culminate with a presentation to functional business executives summarizing projects and assignments completed, along with recommendations for future action.
QUALIFICATIONS: MBA candidacy or other Master’s degrees candidate, but with a strong background in finance, supply chain and logistics management; Past experience or exposure to deal structuring; Excellent analytical and writing skills; Exposure to agriculture and business in developing economies; Ability to work independently, prioritize work and handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines. Expected Hours: 12-20 hours per week, flexible with class schedule.
TO APPLY: Interested candidates should email a cover letter and a detailed resume to careers@carana.com. Please include Global Business Innovations Intern in the subject line of the e-mail. No phone calls please. EOE.
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Senior Manager for Africa
CARANA Corporation is a consulting firm that designs, directs, and delivers economic growth strategies to government, private business, and international donor agencies, particularly the U.S. Agency for International Development. Through our management of more than 250 projects, we have improved public sector efficiencies, enabled market-led growth, and expanded workforce capacity across the developing world. Along the way, we've developed specific expertise in transport and logistics, agribusiness, market linkages, anti-corruption, accounting reform, association building, public education, and investment promotion. Our projects explore innovative approaches to economic development that leverage private sector capacity and resources to dramatically improve the livelihoods of developing country populations.
CARANA is currently seeking a highly motivated candidate to provide technical and project management expertise for its Africa practice. This position offers professional growth in a fast-paced and client-focused setting, supporting economic growth projects financed by USAID, the World Bank, DFID and other private and donor clients. The selected applicant will support the implementation of current projects and development of new business in the following technical areas: Agriculture, agribusiness, and food security; Enterprise, value chain, and national competitiveness enhancement; Transport, logistics, and supply chain management; Business enabling environment; Public-private partnerships; Investment promotion; Making Markets Work for the Poor (M4P); Access to finance; Market linkages; SME development; Information and communications technology; Workforce development.
In the role of Senior Manager for Africa, the selected candidate will be responsible for: Technical and financial oversight of projects in the above technical areas, ensuring smooth operations, profitability and client satisfaction; Lead and supporting roles in short-term technical consulting assignments; Identification, tracking and pursuit of new business opportunities, including field-based reconnaissance and drafting of technical proposals; Management, training and mentoring of junior staff at headquarters; Oversight of project staff and consultants in the field.
QUALIFICATIONS: Familiarity with management of donor projects, with significant (5-10 years) direct experience managing USAID projects strongly preferred. Master’s degree in international relations, economics, business or related field. Technical expertise in agribusiness, food security, economic analysis, logistics and supply chain management, M4P, or economic policy strongly preferred. Ability to work as part of a team, prioritize work, and handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines. Strong writing, quantitative, and research skills. Strong organizational, communications, and interpersonal skills. Experience working or living in Africa. Fluency in English required; fluency in French highly desirable. U.S. work authorization required. Willingness to travel approximately 30% of the time. Salary commensurate with background and experience. CARANA offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, growth potential, learning opportunities and an outstanding firm culture.
TO APPLY: Interested candidates should email a cover letter stating salary requirements, availability, and a detailed resume to careers@carana.com. Please include Senior Manager for Africa in the subject line of the e-mail. No phone calls please. EOE.
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Copyright 2012. All rights reserved. This email or any parts thereof may not be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of the Publisher. Lisa L. Hystad, Publisher.
2/1/2012
Two positions with Creative Associates International
Senior Associate - Senior Education Specialist
Creative Associates International’s Education for Development Division is seeking a Senior Education Specialist. Start Date: Immediate. Creative Associates International (Creative) is a dynamic and fast-growing professional services firm that specializes in international development in the areas of education, democratic transitions, and stabilization in post-conflict environments. Based in Washington, DC, the firm has a field presence in more than 20 countries worldwide with a strong and diverse portfolio that includes global contracts with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. Department of State, and the U.S. Department of Defense. The firm enjoys a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike. Creative combines one of the strongest education practices in the international development community with a long history of program delivery in conflict, post-conflict and stabilization settings.
This senior management position encompasses all aspects of project management, market development, entrepreneurial business capture, professional team leadership, and effective program delivery in challenging settings. This position requires a seasoned education professional with broad experience in donor-sponsored international education programming and proven expertise in technical areas that are relevant to instructional systems, educational governance, early grade student assessment, ICT applications in education, instructional quality improvements, teacher training and professional development, decentralization, and community mobilization. The Senior Associate will work collegially with other educational professionals to deliver state-of-the-art educational support services across broad and diverse circumstances. The Senior Associate directs or oversees the implementation of projects in the field, contributes to new business prospecting and development, and participates in providing leadership and technical depth to ED Division and its practice areas. Reporting & Supervision: The Senior Associate reports to a Practice Area Director and indirectly to the Vice President and Senior Director of the Education for Development Division.
Primary Responsibilities: As Technical Leader: Analyzes, catalogues, organizes the firm's experience related to ED practice areas. Distills current and past activities into best practices and coherent approaches. Provides technical guidance to Home Office staff and Chiefs of Party in the field. As Marketer and Business Developer: Helps to analyze the marketplace and identifies new business targets and leads or contributes significantly to capture preparation. Analyzes the competitive field and helps to develop fitting alliances and strategic partnerships. Plays a leading role in the business development process as a proposal leader or writer. Helps to develop sophisticated market strategies to position the firm as a leading contender for specific market opportunities.
As Manager: Works with Home Office staff and COPs to ensure projects achieve contract/ agreement deliverables. Troubleshoots technical, contractual, and personnel issues when they arise; serves as a conduit for negotiation with corporate offices and senior management. Ensures compliance to the firm's policies and procedures. Serves as Project Director on selected projects or as interim project director as needed. Manages the firm's senior-level relationship with the client. Manages the firm's senior-level relationship with sub-contractor and services providers (in collaboration with the firm's Office of Contracts). Oversees the preparation of quarterly and annual reports to the client. Assists in recruiting of key personnel and consultants. Over time, provides technical and programmatic coherence to project design and execution. As a senior member of the ED Division: Participates in division management, planning, and strategic decision-making. Contributes to the creation of a technically rigorous and intellectually nurturing environment. Builds networks, publishes, and engages the field to enhance the public image and competitiveness of the division.
Required Skills & QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in education or closely related field. A minimum of 10 years of experience in international development. A minimum of 8 years of experience in international education working on or in developing countries. Prior experience with USAID-sponsored programming, preferably in the education sector. Strong and demonstrated project management experience. Strong and demonstrated capture management and proposal development experience. Strong communications skills; and Team leadership skills.
Desired Skills & Qualifications: PhD in education or closely related field; Strong knowledge of the developmental education sector; In-depth knowledge of USAID education programming; Experience in conflict, post conflict and transitional settings; Experience in the field, preferably as Chief of Party; and Academic background, research experience, publishing in technical areas concerning position; Working fluency in a pertinent second language.
TO APPLY: for this position, please complete and submit our simple on-line form (http://www.creativeassociatesinternational.com/ConsultantRegistry/Dashboard_GIROAdminConsultantRegistry/Dashboard_CAIIRecruits/CAIIAdminRecruitmentLogin.aspx) where you can upload your résumé and other documents. Only if you are unable to submit online, may you send your résumé and cover letter by e-mail to Recruitment@CreativeDC.com with "Senior Associate - Senior Education Specialist CODE:HDQ48606" on the subject line. Please note only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls please. Creative is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA).
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Senior Associate - Instructional Systems and School Governance Practice Area
Creative Associates International’s Education for Development Division is seeking a Senior Associate - Instructional Systems and School Governance Practice Area. Creative Associates International (Creative) is a dynamic and fast-growing professional services firm that specializes in international development in the areas of education, democratic transitions, and stabilization in post-conflict environments. Based in Washington, DC, the firm has a field presence in more than 20 countries with a strong and diverse portfolio that includes global contracts with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. Department of State, and the U.S. Department of Defense. The firm enjoys a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike. Creative offers one of the strongest education practices in the international development community.
This Senior Associate position requires a seasoned education professional with broad experience in donor-sponsored international education programming and proven expertise in technical areas relevant to instructional systems, educational governance, early grade student assessment, ICT applications in education, instructional quality improvements, decentralization, and community mobilization. This position will focus, though not exclusively, on teacher training and professional development. The Senior Associate will work collegially with other educational professionals to design and deliver state-of-the-art educational support services across broad and diverse circumstances. The Senior Associate directs or oversees the implementation of projects in the field, contributes to new business prospecting and development, and participates in providing leadership and technical depth to the ED Division and its practice areas. Reporting & Supervision: The Senior Associate reports to the Instructional Systems and School Governance Practice Area Director and indirectly to the Vice President and Senior Director of the Education for Development Division.
Primary Responsibilities: As Technical Leader: Develops strategies for improving teacher and principal professional development. Analyzes, catalogues, and organizes the firm's experience related to ED's Instructional Systems and School Governance practice areas. Assists the Instructional Systems and School Governance practice area director. Distills current and past activities into best practices and coherent approaches. Provides technical guidance and support to Home Office staff and Chiefs of Party in the field. Provides hands-on assistance in the field. Mentors junior colleagues in technical areas.
As New Business Developer: Plays a leading, substantive role in the business development process as a proposal leader or writer. Helps to analyze the marketplace and identifies new business targets and leads or contributes significantly to capture preparation. Analyzes the competitive field and helps to develop fitting alliances and strategic partnerships. Helps to develop sophisticated market strategies to position the firm as a leading contender for specific market opportunities.
As Project Director: Works with Home Office staff and COPs to ensure projects achieve contract/ agreement deliverables. Troubleshoots technical, contractual, and personnel issues when they arise; serves as a conduit for negotiation with corporate offices and senior management. Ensures compliance to the firm's policies and procedures. Manages the firm's senior-level relationship with the client. Manages the firm's senior-level relationship with sub-contractor and services providers (in collaboration with the firm's Office of Contracts). Oversees the preparation of quarterly and annual reports to the client. Assists in recruiting of key personnel and consultants. Provides technical and programmatic coherence to project design and execution. As a senior member of the ED Division: Participates in division management, planning, and strategic decision-making. Contributes to the creation of a technically rigorous and intellectually nurturing environment. Builds networks, publishes, and engages the field to enhance the public image and competitiveness of the division.
Required Skills & QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in education or closely related field. A minimum of 10 years of experience in international development. A minimum of 8 years of experience in international education working on or in developing countries. Expertise in teacher training and professional development. Prior experience with USAID-sponsored programming, preferably in the education sector. Strong and demonstrated project management experience. Strong and demonstrated capture management and proposal development experience. Strong communications skills; and Team leadership skills.
Desired Skills & Qualifications: PhD in education or closely related field. Strong knowledge of the developmental education sector with emphasis on teacher professional development. In-depth knowledge of USAID education programming. Experience in conflict, post-conflict and transitional settings. Senior level experience in the field, preferably as Chief of Party. Academic background, research experience, publishing in technical areas concerning position. Working fluency in a pertinent second language.
TO APPLY: for this position, please complete and submit our simple on-line form (http://www.creativeassociatesinternational.com/ConsultantRegistry/Dashboard_GIROAdminConsultantRegistry/Dashboard_CAIIRecruits/CAIIAdminRecruitmentLogin.aspx) where you can upload your résumé and other documents. Only if you are unable to submit online, may you send your résumé and cover letter by e-mail to Recruitment@CreativeDC.com with "Senior Associate - Instructional Systems and School Governance Practice Area CODE:HDQ48877" on the subject line. Please note only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls please. Creative is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA).
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Copyright 2012. All rights reserved. This email or any parts thereof may not be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of the Publisher. Lisa L. Hystad, Publisher.
2/1/2012
Five positions with IREX
Chief of Party, Early Grade Reading Program
IREX is an international nonprofit organization providing thought leadership and innovative programs to promote positive lasting change globally. We enable local individuals and institutions to build key elements of a vibrant society: quality education, independent media, and strong communities. To strengthen these sectors, our program activities also include conflict resolution, technology for development, women and youth. Founded in 1968, IREX has an annual portfolio of over $60 million and a staff of over 500 professionals worldwide. IREX employs field-tested methods and innovative uses of technologies to develop practical and locally-driven solutions with our partners in more than 100 countries.
IREX seeks a Chief of Party to direct a USAID-funded Early Grade Reading Assessment Plus Quality Instruction and Management (EGRA+QIM) Project in Mozambique. The project’s overall goal will be to improve reading outcomes for students in grades 2-3 in Nampula and Zambezia provinces. To achieve this goal, the program will provide key training, coaching and technical assistance to improve the quality of basic education services with a specific and focused emphasis on improving early grade reading outcomes. The position is contingent on funding.
Summary of Responsibilities: IREX COPs maintain overall responsibility for meeting program objectives and are based in the country of performance. Among other duties the COP will: Provide vision and strategic direction for the program. Develop and implement a plan of activities to meet program objectives. Serve as primary liaison with donor(s) and with host-country government institutions. Develop and maintain effective partnerships with local organizations. Coordinate with local, regional and international organizations active in the education sector. Manage and mentor project staff. Coordinate with home office. Oversee project budgeting and ensure budget discipline. Oversee monitoring, evaluation and reporting on program activities.
Skills and QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced degree (Master’s/PhD) in curriculum and instruction, education policy and planning, educational decentralization or related area. Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience (including 10 years of experience at the supervisory level) working on teacher training and coaching support as it relates to early grade reading, school management and accountability, and institutional capacity development at sub-national levels; at least 10 years of these must be in developing country contexts. Experience in managing for results for large-scale projects; previous experience with USAID preferred. Ability to work with various counterparts and stakeholders in implementing instruction, assessment, school management and accountability, and other capacity building-related initiatives. Ability to work in remote areas of the country to oversee project management and provide technical expertise. Demonstrated ability to work with host government and development/ cooperating partners in implementing a complex project in the field under challenging circumstances. Excellent interpersonal and team work skills. Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing to make formal and informal presentations and to compose professional and analytic reports and program documents. Superior written and oral communication skills in English; Portuguese language skills preferred.
TO APPLY: Go to http://www.irex.org/careers and click on Current Openings. Then click on the corresponding position and apply through our website. Please supply a resume and a cover letter with your application. No phone calls please. AA/EOE/M/F/D/V
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Senior School Management Expert, Early Grade Reading Program
IREX is an international nonprofit organization providing thought leadership and innovative programs to promote positive lasting change globally. We enable local individuals and institutions to build key elements of a vibrant society: quality education, independent media, and strong communities. To strengthen these sectors, our program activities also include conflict resolution, technology for development, women and youth. Founded in 1968, IREX has an annual portfolio of over $60 million and a staff of over 500 professionals worldwide. IREX employs field-tested methods and innovative uses of technologies to develop practical and locally-driven solutions with our partners in more than 100 countries.
IREX seeks a Senior School Management Expert for a USAID-funded Early Grade Reading Assessment Plus Quality Instruction and Management (EGRA+QIM) Project in Mozambique. The project’s overall goal will be to improve reading outcomes for students in grades 2-3 in Nampula and Zambezia provinces. To achieve this goal, the program will provide key training, coaching and technical assistance to improve the quality of basic education services with a specific and focused emphasis on improving early grade reading outcomes. The position is contingent on funding.
Summary of Responsibilities: Serve as a senior project team member. Provide technical management of all school management assessment, training, coaching, and materials development activities. Coordinate closely with national and decentralized education institutions and local partners. Provide technical management of school director training and coaching support/ oversee the development of teaching/ coaching materials and school assessment tool(s). Contribute to the development of project strategy; oversee and prepare relevant project deliverables. Oversee project staff and identified school director coaches in line with project workplan.
Skills and QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced degree in education policy and administration, specifically in relation to training and support of school directors and education administrators. Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience working on school management, education policy and administration, five of them in developing countries. In-depth knowledge of Mozambique’s education system. Strong understanding of the national/ sub-national institutional context; especially as it relates to school management. In-depth understanding of organizational development, financial management, civil society advocacy, supervision, staff development, and learning assessment issues as they relate to school management. Experience in implementing a school-based school director training and support project. Demonstrated ability to work with host government and cooperating partners in implementing a complex project in the field under challenging circumstances. Excellent interpersonal and team work skills. Superior written and oral communication skills in English are essential. Advanced working knowledge of Portuguese language is essential.
TO APPLY: Go to http://www.irex.org/careers and click on Current Openings. Then click on the corresponding position and apply through our website. Please supply a resume and a cover letter with your application. No phone calls please. AA/EOE/M/F/D/V
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Senior Reading Expert, Early Grade Reading Program
IREX is an international nonprofit organization providing thought leadership and innovative programs to promote positive lasting change globally. We enable local individuals and institutions to build key elements of a vibrant society: quality education, independent media, and strong communities. To strengthen these sectors, our program activities also include conflict resolution, technology for development, women and youth. Founded in 1968, IREX has an annual portfolio of over $60 million and a staff of over 500 professionals worldwide. IREX employs field-tested methods and innovative uses of technologies to develop practical and locally-driven solutions with our partners in more than 100 countries.
IREX seeks a Senior Reading Expert for a USAID-funded Early Grade Reading Assessment Plus Quality Instruction and Management (EGRA+QIM) Project in Mozambique. The project’s overall goal will be to improve reading outcomes for students in grades 2-3 in Nampula and Zambezia provinces. To achieve this goal, the program will provide key training, coaching and technical assistance to improve the quality of basic education services with a specific and focused emphasis on improving early grade reading outcomes. The position is contingent on funding.
Summary of Responsibilities: Serve as a senior project team member. Provide technical management of all early grade reading instruction, assessment, training, coaching, and materials development activities. Contribute to the development of project strategy; oversee and prepare relevant project deliverables. Coordinate closely with national and decentralized education institutions and local partners. Provide technical management of teacher training and coaching support as it relates to early grade reading instruction and assessment. Oversee the design of training and coaching materials, such as scripted lessons plans, decodable books, and other teaching and learning aids. Oversee project staff and embedded reading trainers/ coaches in line with project workplan. Oversee project implementing partner(s) within the early grade reading instruction portfolio.
Skills and QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced degree in education with a concentration in early grade reading, with expertise in teacher training, early grade reading instruction and assessment, and reading material development (specifically scripted lessons plans and decodable books). Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience working on reading assessment, instruction, and training, five of them in developing countries. Demonstrated ability to work with host government and cooperating partners in implementing a complex project in the field under challenging circumstances. In-depth knowledge of Mozambique’s education system especially in-service teacher training and professional development, pedagogical practices, and classroom management. Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing to make formal and informal presentations and to compose professional and analytic reports and program documents. Excellent interpersonal and team work skills. Superior written and oral communication skills in English and Portuguese are essential.
TO APPLY: Go to http://www.irex.org/careers and click on Current Openings. Then click on the corresponding position and apply through our website. Please supply a resume and a cover letter with your application. No phone calls please. AA/EOE/M/F/D/V
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Local Education Institution Capacity Building Specialist, Early Grade Reading Program
IREX is an international nonprofit organization providing thought leadership and innovative programs to promote positive lasting change globally. We enable local individuals and institutions to build key elements of a vibrant society: quality education, independent media, and strong communities. To strengthen these sectors, our program activities also include conflict resolution, technology for development, women and youth. Founded in 1968, IREX has an annual portfolio of over $60 million and a staff of over 500 professionals worldwide. IREX employs field-tested methods and innovative uses of technologies to develop practical and locally-driven solutions with our partners in more than 100 countries.
IREX seeks a Local Education Institution Capacity Building Specialist for a USAID-funded Early Grade Reading Assessment Plus Quality Instruction and Management (EGRA+QIM) Project in Mozambique. The project’s overall goal will be to improve reading outcomes for students in grades 2-3 in Nampula and Zambezia provinces. To achieve this goal, the program will provide key training, coaching and technical assistance to improve the quality of basic education services with a specific and focused emphasis on improving early grade reading outcomes. The position is contingent on funding.
Summary of Responsibilities: Coordinate with national and sub-national government units to build capacity of central and local education institutions and personnel for improved education management (i.e. financial management, human resources, organizational development) and service delivery. Contribute to design of institutional gap analysis to assess capacity-building needs. Develop a capacity-building plan addressing education management needs. Provide training, coaching, and technical assistance to national and sub-national government units and education institutions. Identify and leverage resources to contribute to capacity-building plan.
Skills and QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced degree in education/ human capacity building specifically related to participant training, coaching and mentoring, and institutional development. Minimum of 10 years of experience working in the education or human capacity building sector, five of them in developing countries. Minimum of 5 years of experience coordinating closely with national and sub-national institutions and partners. In-depth knowledge of Mozambique’s education system. Strong understanding of the national/ sub-national policy and institutional context; especially as it relates to education management and service delivery. Excellent interpersonal and team work skills. Superior written and oral communication skills in English are essential. Advanced working knowledge of Portuguese language is essential.
TO APPLY: Go to http://www.irex.org/careers and click on Current Openings. Then click on the corresponding position and apply through our website. Please supply a resume and a cover letter with your application. No phone calls please. AA/EOE/M/F/D/V
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Financial Management Specialist, Early Grade Reading Program
IREX is an international nonprofit organization providing thought leadership and innovative programs to promote positive lasting change globally. We enable local individuals and institutions to build key elements of a vibrant society: quality education, independent media, and strong communities. To strengthen these sectors, our program activities also include conflict resolution, technology for development, women and youth. Founded in 1968, IREX has an annual portfolio of over $60 million and a staff of over 500 professionals worldwide. IREX employs field-tested methods and innovative uses of technologies to develop practical and locally-driven solutions with our partners in more than 100 countries.
IREX seeks a Financial Management Specialist for a USAID-funded Early Grade Reading Assessment Plus Quality Instruction and Management (EGRA+QIM) Project in Mozambique. The project’s overall goal will be to improve reading outcomes for students in grades 2-3 in Nampula and Zambezia provinces. The Finance Manager will support the Chief of Party in meeting program objectives and will be responsible for oversight of project finances and grant-making activities. The position is contingent on funding.
Summary of Responsibilities: Assure that the program meets all IREX, USAID and Government of Mozambique requirements relative to USAID funds accountability and operations within Mozambique. Track and analyze all costs incurred under the contract. Maintain financial records for all contract activities, including tuition and other costs for degree programs, short-term technical training, and internships. Ensure that appropriate financial record-keeping policies and practices are established and maintained. Ensure that all procurement is in compliance with IREX policy and U.S. government regulations. Monitor project budgets and provide required reporting. Coordinate with IREX Finance team in Mozambique and at the home office.
Skills and QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced degree in business administration and management; with certification in accounting. Proven expertise with USG financial management and budgeting laws, regulations and practices. Minimum of 10 years of experience working in finance in the non-profit, private and/or government sector. Experience in managing large annual operating budget of approximately $10-15 million per year. Demonstrated ability to work with host government and cooperating partners in implementing a complex project in the field under challenging circumstances. Skilled in managing and compiling financial data for reporting and ensuring compliance with all donor requirements. Excellent computer skills as they relate to financial management. Excellent interpersonal and team work skills. Superior written and oral communication skills in English are essential. Advanced working knowledge of Portuguese language is essential.
TO APPLY: Go to http://www.irex.org/careers and click on Current Openings. Then click on the corresponding position and apply through our website. Please supply a resume and a cover letter with your application. No phone calls please. AA/EOE/M/F/D/V
2/1/2012
Job Alert from International Career Employment Weekly
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Program Manager
Eurasia Foundation (EF), a US-based public charitable organization promoting civil society, independent media, and good governance, is accepting applications for a Tunis-based Program Manager, for an anticipated USG-funded civil society program to promote civic engagement in Tunisia’s political transition.
The Program Manager is responsible for overall programmatic and financial operations in-country and will provide technical leadership on civil society organization (CSO) advocacy and policy reform. The Program Manager will be responsible for sub-grantee management and coordination with relevant program stakeholders, including government and non-governmental partners.
REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrated technical expertise in civil society development (capacity building, advocacy, coalition building, public policy); Minimum 5 years of overseas experience working on civil society programs; Strong understanding of USG policies and procedures; Strong track record working collaboratively with local program stakeholders, including government officials, CSOs, media, and political parties; Experience working in the Middle East and North Africa preferred; Master’s degree in international development, organizational development, public policy or other relevant area of study; Fluency in French or Arabic required. For more information about Eurasia Foundation, please see our website www.eurasia.org.
TO APPLY: Send cover letter and resume to resumes@eurasia.org with Program Manager – Tunisia in the subject line. Deadline February 11, 2012.
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2/1/2012
Management and Program Analyst (Land/ Resource Tenure and Food Security Specialist)
The USDA is seeking a Management and Program Analyst, Land/ Resource Tenure and Food Security Specialist (Grade: GS-0343-14). Type of Appointment: Excepted Service (Time Limit) Appointment; Length of Appointment: Up to 5 years; Area of Consideration: All Sources. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position and be able to obtain a secret security clearance. This is a USDA/FAS Excepted Service, Schedule B appointment for 13 months, with the possibility of renewal up to five years.
The individual selected for this position will be administratively assigned to the Rural Development and Natural Resources Branch (RDNR) of the Development Resources and Disaster Assistance Division (DRDA), Office of Capacity Building and Development (OCBD), Foreign Agricultural Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FAS/OCBD/DRDA/RDNR). The incumbent will be located in and work directly with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), at their headquarters offices located in Washington, D.C. Job posting can also be found here: http://www.fas.usda.gov/icd/drd/icdjobs.html
The Office’s Land Tenure Unit addresses land (and other resource tenure) and property rights challenges to: stimulate economic growth, agriculture and trade; mitigate violent conflict, promote good governance and address humanitarian crises; mitigate the spread of HIV/AIDS; address global climate change; and promote sustainable natural resource use and the protection of biodiversity. The incumbent will work with the land tenure unit and the Agency’s Senior Land Tenure and Property Rights Advisor to support the Agency’s objectives of addressing food security through strengthening of tenure and property rights. The incumbent advises USAID central and regional bureaus, field missions, other U.S. Government agencies and host-country decision-makers on best practices in addressing resource tenure challenges, particularly as they relate to food security.
The incumbent will assist in the development of strategies and program recommendations that utilize resource governance approaches and tools to support U.S. Government objectives to promote food security. Emphasis is on policy analysis and formation, program development and strategic planning. Responsibilities include: participating in economic, agriculture or natural resource management assessments; advising missions on programming; disseminating information on resource governance and other Agency programs promoting food security; gathering information to inform technical leadership or test guidance developed by the Land Tenure Unit for relevance to missions; providing oversight of contract performance; conducting monitoring and evaluation of resource governance programs; and planning, facilitating or participating in workshops or training. A significant responsibility of this position will be to assist the LTPR unit with designing impact evaluations, and with day-to-day management of the Unit’s programs, including those related to impact evaluations, assessments and research. In doing so, the incumbent will also assume contractual responsibility as an Agency “COTR.” It is assumed that if the incumbent is not already a “COTR” (Cognizant Officer Technical Representative) that she/he will take necessary USAID training to become one in the first year of employment.
The incumbent oversees the identification, analysis and dissemination of resource governance food security-related research and information to USAID and its partners. Consults with acknowledged experts on resource governance challenges and solutions and maintains contacts and shares best practices with counterparts within USAID, and senior level representatives from other USG agencies, multilateral organizations, other donors, PVOs/NGOs and others in the foreign affairs community. Coordinates activities and facilitates the flow of information from the Land Tenure Unit to USAID missions and offices, and between USAID, USDA, contractors and various other cooperating agencies and organizations. The incumbent will travel to the field periodically (approximately 30%) to provide leadership and expert assistance in the field of land tenure and property rights, particularly as it relates to promoting global food security policy and strategy formulation.
Basic QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level in the Federal Service that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
Required Skills: Advanced degree required (a PhD is preferable), with emphasis in land tenure and property rights, agriculture or agricultural economics. Superior writing and public communications skills (e.g. as evidenced by a track record of publication and public speaking on complex topics). Demonstrated extensive experience in the field of land tenure and property rights, with a specific focus on agriculture, food security, economic growth and governance. Preference is given to candidates with global rather than region-specific experience. Significant experience in developing cultures, i.e., living and working in a developing country, either through several short-term assignments or long-term residential postings. Extensive knowledge of principles, concepts and methodology involved in the design, development, implementation, management and evaluation of technical assistance programs/ projects. Ability to apply experimental theories and new approaches to resource governance challenges.
Extensive knowledge of policies and procedures used for project management in USDA and USAID to carry out a full range of administrative issues that arise in completing assignments and managing multiple administrative tasks of a complex program dealing with a variety of organizations and levels of contacts. USAID/Washington programming actions are frequently time-sensitive and require interaction with multiple offices to assure timely submission, even where there may be conflicting or overlapping guidance. Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to effectively manage development programs. Ability to exhibit tact, diplomacy and resourcefulness in dealing with high level officials of international organizations and other foreign and domestic government officials and development partners. Skill in coordinating, negotiating and motivating individuals to take action. Demonstrated skills in self-starting and management. The position is located in Washington, DC, but will require the ability to travel, including to developing countries, sometimes under strenuous conditions in remote locations.
TO APPLY: please send a) a current resume and b) a supplemental statement that addresses individually your experience and qualifications in each of the Required Skill Areas listed above to: FAS-SCHB-APPLIC@wdc.usda.gov with the Subject: (OCBD-12-105). Closing Date of Announcement: 03/02/12. Attachments should be limited to a total of 5 MB or less, as e-mails with large attachments may be blocked by the USDA e-mail firewall. Note: Applications that do not include a supplemental statement addressing individually each of the required skills will not be considered. Qualified, interested FAS staff should contact the listed Program Officer to express interest/be considered for a listed “new reimbursable or Schedule B assignments.” Direct all inquiries to: Program Officer: Mr. Abiola Adeyemi, Branch: USDA/FAS/OCBD/DRDA/RDNR, Email Address: Abiola.Adeyemi@fas.usda.gov, Telephone: (202) 720-8096
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2/1/2012
Job Alert from International Career Employment Weekly
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Conflict Mitigation Proposal Consultant
The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) seeks a Conflict Mitigation Proposal Consultant to work directly alongside the Head of Mission of the field office and the Program team in Headquarters to take the lead in formulating and writing a highly competitive proposal for a USAID/Office of Conflict Management and Mitigation (CMM) solicitation. The consultancy will be based in Tbilisi, Georgia with potential travel to regional conflict areas. This is a consultancy contract for approximately 20 days.
Essential Functions: Consult closely with UMCOR’s local and HQ staff to develop a sound concept and description for a program. Research the current and projected conditions within the breakaway regions of Abkhazia and South Ossetia to develop and design a thorough proposal and relevant interventions which will be appropriately addressed in the Georgian context. Design conflict programming around needs identified through assessments available and consultation with government representatives, local NGO partners and other stakeholders. Produce/ develop the programming proposal according to USAID format and requirements. Liaise on an ongoing basis with UMCOR staff to resolve proposal questions. Work with UMCOR’s local and HQ-based finance teams to help develop a budget for the proposed program (between $500,000 and $1,200,000 for a 12 to 36 month project).
Specific component pieces the consultant will be responsible for writing/ producing are: Detailed program design that provides an in-depth context and conflict analysis of the situation and development of objectives, as well as the implementation plan for these objectives as well as the indicators. Explicitly address the separate and distinct way men and women experience conflict in Georgia and a gender integration component within the project design. Explicitly describe the program hypothesis that clearly explains the theory or theories of change that underlie the programmatic approach of the proposal. Specifically describe the people-to-people approach (based on the context and conflict analysis) that leads to a concrete program change hypothesis and program solution. A plan of operation that includes a detailed methodology and the interventions/ activities that will be undertaken; and a rigorous monitoring and evaluation plan to examine the effectiveness of both the quantitative and qualitative impacts of the project.
REQUIREMENTS: The position requires a Master’s degree in International Development/ Relations or related field and at least 3 years of experience in grant management, program design and implementation, and fund-raising overseas. At a minimum, the candidate must have experience in conducting a conflict assessment within a rapid timeframe; implementing past programs with a people-to-people approach to conflict mitigation; successful program development experience and excellent writing skills; proven knowledge and ability to provide assistance in foreign and US Government grant oversight; and proven ability in program identification and planning. Successful past relations with international donors is critical. In addition, the candidate must possess highly developed organizational skills, NGO experience and knowledge of developing countries. Knowledge of conflicts in Georgia or the region and faith based organizations a plus. Candidates must be fluent in written and spoken English.
TO APPLY: Submit your cover letter (notes), resume and complete the application and questions on our website at https://jobs-umcor.icims.com/jobs/1349/job?mode=view. Application deadline is February 10, 2012. No telephone inquiries please. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thanks for your interest in UMCOR.
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1/30/2012
Job Alert from International Career Employment Weekly
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Three positions with CAMRIS International
Policy and Innovative Financing Advisor
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has contracted through CAMRIS International partnered with IAP World Services Inc., (IAPWS), to recruit and hire qualified individuals for Policy and Innovative Financing Advisor, Office of the Assistant Administrator, Bureau for Global Health, United States Agency for International Development.
BACKGROUND: In 2011, the Administrator of USAID announced that USAID would establish a center of excellence in the Global Health Bureau to accelerate the development, introduction and scale up of priority global health interventions. This new Center – The Center for Accelerating Innovation and Impact – will promote and reinforce innovative, business-minded approaches to address the key bottlenecks in development, introduction and scale-up – applying business, management and marketplace principles to accelerate impact against some of the world’s most important health challenges.
Despite the existence of hundreds of technologies to improve global health, relatively few are available to save lives in the developing world, where morbidity and mortality burdens are greatest. An antiseptic that costs less than 10 cents could be used to reduce neonatal infection across South Asia. An injection that costs just 60 cents could halve a premature infant’s risk of respiratory distress. A set of pills costing less than 1 dollar could reduce maternal death from postpartum hemorrhage. All of these technologies exist, yet none reaches more than a tiny fraction of the mothers and babies whose lives they could save. Those technologies that do eventually reach those hardest to reach populations often take far too long to get there.
To address these and other challenges, the Center will: Serve as a catalyst, driving innovation and partnerships; Work with the Bureau’s technical offices to help prioritize existing and new innovations and interventions that align directly with the Agency’s priorities in global health; Support rapid introduction of and/or access to these priority interventions; and seek not only to develop best practices in innovation, introduction and uptake across sectors, but to push the boundaries of current thinking to improve the health and efficiency of the marketplace.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: USAID is seeking a Policy and Innovative Financing Advisor to play a key role identifying and building innovative financing mechanisms and policies necessary to bring life-savers like these to the people who need them the most. The Policy and Innovative Financing Advisor will be part of a dynamic, new start-up team that will help shape the direction of the Center, building partnerships with key thought leaders globally and pushing new boundaries in this critically important area of development. The Policy and Innovative Financing Advisor will be expected to be a thought leader on innovative financing and policy issues tied to innovation and access, represent USAID in public meetings, and cultivate strong relationships internally with technical and mission staff and externally with senior executives of companies, and senior officials from foundations and governmental, multilateral and nongovernmental organizations. He/she will also be responsible for identifying opportunities, helping to set priorities for the Center, and supporting the Global Health Bureau priorities. He/she will possess, or will be expected to rapidly develop, deep knowledge of and strategic perspectives on the range of existing innovative financing mechanisms and market incentives that exist, including the ability to think creatively about the development and application of new tools.
We are seeking a highly motivated, entrepreneurial individual with outstanding problem solving, managerial, analytical and communication skills. The candidate must be able to function well independently and in teams, and have a commitment to excellence and producing results. The Center of Excellence places great value on the following personal qualities: resourcefulness, responsibility, tenacity, energy, and positive attitude.
Responsibilities: Work within the Center’s Policy and Research Team, helping to set priorities for the Center, seize opportunities and effectively support the Global Health Bureau priorities. Assess gaps and critical roadblocks to innovation, introduction and utilization for key global health interventions at the global and country level. Identify and develop innovative financing mechanisms, market incentives, or other policy tools to accelerate innovation for priority global health products and interventions and support their rapid deployment and uptake in the field. Provide support to technical offices and missions ensuring they have tools needed to integrate best practices and lessons learned for product development, introduction and uptake into their program planning. Build and manage key relationships with manufacturers, developers, foundations, donors and other stakeholders to advance USAID’s global health priorities, support R&D agenda-setting, in-country registration and strategic prioritization.
Present USAID programs and policies at relevant meetings with external parties and conferences. Possess, or rapidly develop, deep knowledge of and strategic perspectives on the range of existing innovative financing mechanisms and market incentives that exist, including the ability to think creatively about the development and application of new tools. Identify opportunities and new initiatives as priorities within the Center expand. Prepare reports, project plans and templates as needed. Conduct other activities as required.
REQUIREMENTS: The contractor must have: Outstanding academic credentials. MPP, MBA or other relevant graduate degree preferred. Minimum 5 years of policy experience in global health. Solid understanding of the pharmaceutical, biotechnology or medical device industries; financial markets; regulatory and procurement pathways. Exceptional analytical and communication (written and verbal) skills. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with people of varied professional, cultural, and educational backgrounds. Entrepreneurial mindset, including ability to think strategically, operate independently, self-motivate, be flexible, and set and achieve ambitious targets.
Ability to be effective in high-pressure situations, juggle multiple tasks simultaneously, problem solve in a fast-paced environment and set priorities. Ability to understand incentive structures, and engage and persuade senior-level executives and other stakeholders. Ability to absorb and synthesize a broad range of information, including financial, regulatory, clinical, demographic and scientific information. Detail-oriented with strong organization skills. High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Word. Willingness to travel. U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a secret-level security clearance required. This is an opportunity for employment or a contract, but we reserve the right to make no selection or award.
TO APPLY: CAMRIS International and IAP World Services Inc. offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Please submit your resume online at www.camris.com. Application Deadline: Open until filled. CAMRIS and IAP are Equal Opportunity Employers EOE M/F/D/V
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Senior Market Access Advisor
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has contracted through CAMRIS International partnered with IAP World Services Inc., (IAPWS), to recruit and hire qualified individuals for Senior Market Access Advisor, Office of the Assistant Administrator, Bureau for Global Health, United States Agency for International Development.
BACKGROUND: In 2011, the Administrator of USAID announced that USAID would establish a center of excellence in the Global Health Bureau to accelerate the development, introduction and scale up of priority global health interventions. This new Center – The Center for Accelerating Innovation and Impact – will promote and reinforce innovative, business-minded approaches to address the key bottlenecks in development, introduction and scale-up – applying business, management and marketplace principles to accelerate impact against some of the world’s most important health challenges.
Despite the existence of hundreds of technologies to improve global health, relatively few are available to save lives in the developing world, where morbidity and mortality burdens are greatest. An antiseptic that costs less than 10 cents could be used to reduce neonatal infection across South Asia. An injection that costs just 60 cents could halve a premature infant’s risk of respiratory distress. A set of pills costing less than 1 dollar could reduce maternal death from postpartum hemorrhage. All of these technologies exist, yet none reaches more than a tiny fraction of the mothers and babies whose lives they could save. Those technologies that do eventually reach those hardest to reach populations often take far too long to get there.
To address these and other challenges, the Center will: Serve as a catalyst, driving innovation and partnerships; Work with the Bureau’s technical offices to help prioritize existing and new innovations and interventions that align directly with the Agency’s priorities in global health; Support rapid introduction of and/or access to these priority interventions; and Seek not only to develop best practices in innovation, introduction and uptake across sectors, but to push the boundaries of current thinking to improve the health and efficiency of the marketplace.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: USAID is seeking a Senior Market Access Advisor to help bring life-savers like these to the people who need them most. The Senior Market Access Advisor will be part of a dynamic, new start-up team that will help shape the direction of the Center, building partnerships with key thought leaders globally and pushing new boundaries in this critically important area of development. The Senior Market Access Advisor will develop and execute strategies on priority supply- and demand-side issues to accelerate introduction and utilization of priority interventions that are affordable, sustainable and effective, working in close partnership with Global Health technical staff and USAID mission staff. These intensified efforts may include analyzing current market dynamics, encouraging entry of new suppliers, ensuring affordable pricing, and seeking efficiency in product development, manufacturing, regulatory issues, and procurement practices. He/she will build and manage key relationships with manufacturers, developers and other entities to advance USAID’s global health priorities.
The Senior Market Access Advisor will be expected to be a thought leader on market introduction issues, represent USAID on access issues, and cultivate strong relationships internally with technical and mission staff and externally with senior executives of companies, and senior officials from foundations and governmental, multilateral and nongovernmental organizations. He/she will also be responsible for leading the Center’s Market Access Team, helping to set priorities for the Center, seize opportunities and effectively support the Global Health Bureau priorities. He/she will possess, or will be expected to rapidly develop, deep knowledge of and strategic perspectives within the marketplace for select products, and will be held accountable for showing substantial results in relatively short timelines measured in increased access to and utilization of products and interventions for improved health outcomes.
We are seeking a highly motivated, entrepreneurial individual with outstanding problem solving, managerial, analytical and communication skills. The candidate must be able to function well independently and in teams, and have a commitment to excellence and producing results. The Center of Excellence places great value on the following personal qualities: resourcefulness, responsibility, tenacity, energy, and positive attitude.
Responsibilities (senior market access advisor): Provide technical leadership to the Center’s Market Access Team, helping to set priorities for the Center, seize opportunities and effectively support the Global Health Bureau priorities. Assess gaps and critical roadblocks to introduction, utilization and scale up for key global health interventions at the global and country level. Support implementation of interventions by providing strategic, analytical, communication, and project management support to USAID technical offices, country teams, developers and manufacturers, multilateral funding agencies, etc. Working closely with USAID’s technical offices and missions, develop and execute strategies on priority supply- and demand-side issues to accelerate introduction and utilization of priority interventions; efforts may include analyzing current market dynamics, encouraging entry of new suppliers, ensuring affordable pricing, and seeking efficiency in product development, manufacturing, regulatory issues, and procurement practices.
Provide support to technical offices and missions ensuring they have tools needed to integrate best practices and lessons learned for product introduction and uptake into their program planning. Build and manage key relationships with manufacturers, developers and other entities to advance USAID’s global health priorities, support R&D agenda-setting, in-country registration and strategic prioritization. Present USAID programs and policies at relevant meetings with external parties and conferences. Possess, or rapidly develop, deep knowledge of and strategic perspectives within the marketplace for select products. Identify opportunities and new initiatives as priorities within the Center expand. Prepare reports, project plans and templates as needed. Conduct other activities as required.
REQUIREMENTS: The contractor must have: Outstanding academic credentials. MBA or other relevant graduate degree preferred. Minimum 5-10 years private sector work experience, ideally in strategy consulting, business and corporate development, or other fields that require deep understanding of marketplace dynamics, deal structuring and negotiation. Experience working in or directly with the pharmaceutical, biotechnology or medical device industry preferred. Familiarity with global health strongly desired. Exceptional analytical and communication (written and verbal) skills. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with people of varied professional, cultural, and educational backgrounds. Entrepreneurial mindset, including ability to think strategically, operate independently, self-motivate, be flexible, and set and achieve ambitious targets.
Ability to be effective in high-pressure situations, juggle multiple tasks simultaneously, problem solve in a fast-paced environment and set priorities. Ability to understand incentive structures, and engage and persuade senior-level executives and other stakeholders. Ability to absorb and synthesize a broad range of information, including financial, regulatory, clinical, demographic and scientific information. Detail-oriented with strong organization skills. High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Word. Willingness to travel. U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a secret-level security clearance required. This is an opportunity for employment or a contract, but we reserve the right to make no selection or award.
TO APPLY: CAMRIS International and IAP World Services Inc. offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Please submit your resume online at www.camris.com. Application Deadline: Open until filled. CAMRIS and IAP are Equal Opportunity Employers EOE M/F/D/V
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Market Access Advisor
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has contracted through CAMRIS International partnered with IAP World Services Inc., (IAPWS), to recruit and hire qualified individuals for Market Access Advisor, Office of the Assistant Administrator, Bureau for Global Health, United States Agency for International Development.
BACKGROUND: In 2011, the Administrator of USAID announced that USAID would establish a center of excellence in the Global Health Bureau to accelerate the development, introduction and scale up of priority global health interventions. This new Center – The Center for Accelerating Innovation and Impact – will promote and reinforce innovative, business-minded approaches to address the key bottlenecks in development, introduction and scale-up – applying business, management and marketplace principles to accelerate impact against some of the world’s most important health challenges.
To address these and other challenges, the Center will: Serve as a catalyst, driving innovation and partnerships; Work with the Bureau’s technical offices to help prioritize existing and new innovations and interventions that align directly with the Agency’s priorities in global health; Support rapid introduction of and/or access to these priority interventions; and Seek not only to develop best practices in innovation, introduction and uptake across sectors, but to push the boundaries of current thinking to improve the health and efficiency of the marketplace.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: USAID is seeking a Market Access Advisor to help bring life-savers like these to the people who need them most. The Market Access Advisor will be part of a dynamic, new start-up team that will help shape the direction of the Center, building partnerships with key thought leaders globally and pushing new boundaries in this critically important area of development. The Market Access Advisor is expected to work under the guidance of the Senior Market Access Advisor to develop and execute strategies on priority supply- and demand-side issues to accelerate introduction and utilization of priority interventions that are affordable, sustainable and effective, working in close partnership with Global Health technical staff and USAID mission staff. These intensified efforts may include analyzing current market dynamics, encouraging entry of new suppliers, ensuring affordable pricing, and seeking efficiency in product development, manufacturing, regulatory issues, and procurement practices. He/she will build and manage key relationships with manufacturers, developers and other entities to advance USAID’s global health priorities.
The Market Access Advisor will be expected to possess strong knowledge about market introduction issues, represent USAID on access issues, and cultivate strong relationships internally with technical and mission staff and externally with senior executives of companies, and senior officials from foundations and governmental, multilateral and nongovernmental organizations. He/she will also be supporting Center’s Market Access Team, helping to set priorities for the Center, seize opportunities and effectively support the Global Health Bureau priorities. He/she will possess, or will be expected to rapidly develop, deep knowledge of and strategic perspectives within the marketplace for select products, and will be held accountable for showing substantial results in relatively short timelines measured in increased access to and utilization of products and interventions for improved health outcomes.
We are seeking a highly motivated, entrepreneurial individual with strong problem solving, managerial, analytical and communication skills. The candidate must be able to function well independently and in teams, and have a commitment to excellence and producing results. The Center of Excellence places great value on the following personal qualities: resourcefulness, responsibility, tenacity, energy, and positive attitude.
Responsibilities (market access advisor): Work as part of the Center’s Market Access Team, helping to set priorities for the Center, seize opportunities and effectively support the Global Health Bureau priorities. Assess gaps and critical roadblocks to introduction, utilization and scale up for key global health interventions at the global and country level. Support implementation of interventions by providing strategic, analytical, communication, and project management support to USAID technical offices, country teams, developers and manufacturers, multilateral funding agencies, etc. Working closely with USAID’s technical offices and missions, develop and execute strategies on priority supply- and demand-side issues to accelerate introduction and utilization of priority interventions; efforts may include analyzing current market dynamics, encouraging entry of new suppliers, ensuring affordable pricing, and seeking efficiency in product development, manufacturing, regulatory issues, and procurement practices.
Provide support to technical offices and missions ensuring they have tools needed to integrate best practices and lessons learned for product introduction and uptake into their program planning. Assist with building and managing key relationships with manufacturers, developers and other entities to advance USAID’s global health priorities, support R&D agenda-setting, in-country registration and strategic prioritization. Present USAID programs and policies at relevant meetings with external parties and conferences. Possess, or rapidly develop, deep knowledge of and strategic perspectives within the marketplace for select products. Identify opportunities and new initiatives as priorities within the Center expand. Prepare reports, project plans and templates as needed. Conduct other activities as required.
REQUIREMENTS: The contractor must have: Outstanding academic credentials. MBA or other relevant graduate degree preferred. Minimum 3-4 years private sector work experience, ideally in strategy consulting, business and corporate development, or other fields that require deep understanding of marketplace dynamics, deal structuring and negotiation. Experience working in or directly with the pharmaceutical, biotechnology or medical device industry preferred. Familiarity with global health strongly desired. Exceptional analytical and communication (written and verbal) skills. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with people of varied professional, cultural, and educational backgrounds. Entrepreneurial mindset, including ability to think strategically, operate independently, self-motivate, be flexible, and set and achieve ambitious targets.
Ability to be effective in high-pressure situations, juggle multiple tasks simultaneously, problem solve in a fast-paced environment and set priorities. Ability to understand incentive structures, and engage and persuade senior-level executives and other stakeholders. Ability to absorb and synthesize a broad range of information, including financial, regulatory, clinical, demographic and scientific information. Detail-oriented with strong organization skills. High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Word. Willingness to travel. U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a secret-level security clearance required. This is an opportunity for employment or a contract, but we reserve the right to make no selection or award.
TO APPLY: CAMRIS International and IAP World Services Inc. offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Please submit your resume online at www.camris.com. Application Deadline: Open until filled. CAMRIS and IAP are Equal Opportunity Employers EOE M/F/D/V
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Celebrating 20 Years Serving International Professionals and Employers.
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