HIV/AIDS

Senior Technical Advisor/AIDSRelief Programming and Health Systems Strengthening - D 09 039

Posted: Thu, 19/11/2009 - 4:03pm

Requisition Number: D 09 039 Job Summary: The primary responsibility of the Senior Technical Advisor (STA)AIDSRelief Programming and Health Systems (SAHS) is working with AIDSRelief. CRS is the consortium lead for AIDSRelief, a $335 million program to provide increased access to antiretroviral therapy (ART) to persons with HIV and AIDS. The project is funded by the Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA), as part of the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). As the lead agency, CRS has the responsibility of managing and coordinating the activities of five consortium members in nine countries, as well as tracking and reporting on these activities to the donor. The STA will provide programmatic support and technical expertise to ensure the fulfillment of CRS’ responsibilities within the AIDSRelief program. As AIDSRelief enters the 3-year project extension period as part of PEPFAR II, the program requires new skill sets in health systems strengthening, which necessitate modifications to the current AIDSRelief staffing. The transition of management of the AIDSRelief program to indigenous health organizations with commensurate health system strengthening in a manner that ensures continued program quality and long term sustainability characterizes the major challenge facing AIDSRelief. The STA is a member of the AIDSRelief Global Management Team that provides oversight and technical assistance across the nine AIDSRelief countries. The STA will participate in key decisions involving AIDSRelief strategy. The STA must promote the vision, goals, objectives and strategies of AIDSRelief. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: Reporting to the Deputy Chief of Party for Africa, the STA is based in Baltimore, travelling to Africa and the Caribbean. Programming and Technical Leadership (25%) 1. Work with DCOP/P to ensure program quality on all components of the project in collaboration with consortium members. 2. Work with regional and country-level staff to identify, design and/or integrate tools, operational models and best practices for (non-medical) program interventions that advance the objectives of the ART project. 3. In collaboration with DCOP/P and eventually Africa program advisors, work with Technical Coordinating Teams (CTCTs) and consortium members to identify and make recommendations on capacity-building needs in Haiti, Guyana and other assigned countries, and facilitate the development and implementation of strategies to address these needs. Representation and Advocacy (25%) 1. Represent the AIDSRelief Consortium with donors and other stakeholders at consortium meetings, technical working groups, and NGO forums as needed. 2. Serve as a key point of contact to ensure alignment of all programmatic activities and objectives. 3. Serve as a key actor in integrating the AIDSRelief program into the CRS Program Quality and Support Department (PQSD) while working to leverage access to other CRS programs. 4. Participate in strategic decision-making, goal setting, and problem solving for the coordination and strategic development of program-related activities. 5. In collaboration with DCOP/P and eventually Africa program advisors, work with the CTCT and other technical staff to develop and support mechanisms to communicate progress in Guyana, Haiti, and potential other assigned countries on programming activities 6. Facilitate regular and timely exchange of information between country programs, consortium members, and headquarters staff on key programmatic issues. 7. In collaboration with consortium members, provide updates to country programs on innovative issues (nutrition, etc) related to ART. AIDSRelief Health Systems : (50%) 1. Realigning AR health system strengthening activities around WHO 6 building blocks. 2. Work with AIDSRelief Partner compliance and institutional development manager, AIDSRelief in-country teams and LPTFs to: a. Assist country programs develop country specific health systems strengthening frameworks and implementation strategies. b. In relation with in-country leaders, contribute in the development of national and regional Centers of Excellence c. In relation with in-country leaders, contribute in the establishment of network of health facilities around the identified secondary or tertiary level Center of Excellence locally and regionally. d. Participate in the planning and facilitation of technical workshops for capacity-building and experience-strengthening in health systems for country programs e. Train and provide technical assistance to country teams in undertaking health systems assessment using AIDSRelief tools. f. Provide technical assistance to country program teams to develop an action plan to address major institutional challenges identified from health systems assessments; and monitor the implementation and performance of critical activities in the action plan. g. In relation to Partner Compliance and Institutional Development Manager, assist LPTFs to adopt efficient business models for managing ART programs; h. Provide tools and technical assistance to LPTFs to develop, document and implement organizational policies and standard operating procedures that support efficiency and high quality improvements in the provision of care. i. Assist country team in guiding LPTFs to integrate ART program and systems into wider health systems structure of the health facility/ hospital/clinic. j. Assist country teams in supporting LPTF management to develop systems to measure performance. k. In relation with AIDSRelief country teams, develop and adapt key tools, templates, frameworks and models for effective improvement of health management and leadership capacity for LPTFs systems within a realistic project environment in which the AIDSRelief operates; l. Identify, document and share lessons learned and best practices within and outside country programs. 3. Support local partner and local technical partner to improve their planning and management skills and help them institutionalize strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation processes. 4. Identify other international and local programs focusing on health systems improvement and build linkages with such programs as a way of gaining access to key resources needed to supplement AIDSRelief work in this field; 5. Develop the monitoring and evaluation system for health systems capacity strengthening and transition to local partners; 6. Explore with AR PBF advisor, the integration of PBF within the country program Development and piloting of a contracts management approach by the indigenous organizations, and a performance based funding approach for their LPTFs. Supervisory Experience: Not applicable Key Working Relationships: Internal: AIDSRelief Deputy Chief of Party Programs, AIDSRelief Deputy Chief of Party Operations; AIDSRelief Global Management Team Members; AIDSRelief Sustainability Advisor; AIDSRelief Country Program Chiefs of Party; CRS Manager Health and HIV and AIDS Unit of PQSD, CRS Deputy Regional Directors for Program Quality External: IHV Senior Physicians, Constella Futures Team, Representatives of CMMB and IMA, HRSA and CDC technical staff responsible for health systems, Members of the CRS health systems strengthening network Travel: The position will require travel throughout Africa, the Caribbean, and other destinations as necessary. Qualifications and Experience: 1. Master’s Degree in health systems, or its equivalent; medical degree is a plus; 2. Minimum 5-10 years previous work experience in preferably more than one developing country working with HIV and AIDS and/or health programs; 3. Minimum 3-5 years experience in program management and/or experience in health systems in the formal health sector; preferably in a technical support role within a hospital environment; 4. Experience working in the health sector in resource limited settings including living in Sub-Saharan Africa; 5. Familiarity with strategic planning processes including the systems approach to strategic management; 6. In-depth understanding of hospital operations is required; 7. Strong organizational, analytical and information management skills 8. Excellent report writing and communication skills; 9. Ability to work with a diverse team and in different cultural settings. Language Skills: Proficiency in French is a plus NOTE: All interested applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of application. To apply for this position please visit www.crs.org/about/careers EOE/M/F/D/V

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Crown Agents USA, Inc.

Crown Agents USA, Inc. (CA-USA) is a U.S. incorporated international development company providing direct services, technical assistance and training to improve governance and economic growth.CA-USA is part of the Crown Agents international group, which works for the public and private sectors in more than 100 countries, as well as for international donors and development institutions.

Global Health Tags: Reproductive Health - Malaria - HIV/AIDS - Health Systems - Economic Development - Delivery and Supply Chain - For-profit - US Government Contractor -
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Crown Agents USA, Inc.

Crown Agents USA, Inc. (CA-USA) is a U.S. incorporated international development company providing direct supply chain services, technical assistance and training to improve governance and economic growth.

Global Health Tags: All Health Areas - Maternal Health - Reproductive Health - HIV/AIDS - Malaria - Child Survival/Health - Infectious Diseases - General - Delivery and Supply Chain - Health Systems - Economic Development - For-profit - US Government Contractor -
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Project Scale-Up Coordinator/Technical Specialist

Posted: Fri, 04/09/2009 - 2:59pm

The District Scale-up Coordinator is an integral part of a team that will strengthen Tanzanian district level local government authorities’ (LGAs) to manage quality health, HIV/AIDS, and OVC programs. This new PEPFAR funded project will focus on developing a comprehensive approach to supporting the LGAs, by expanding district level skills to manage funds, monitor results and prioritize programs. A large portion of the project is focused on effective program monitoring, the use of data for decision-making, evaluating results and the effective utilization of financial management systems. The District Scale-up Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating the capacity building efforts in the initial pilot districts during the first year, and will lead the effort to scale-up interventions throughout Tanzania during subsequent years. *This position is contingent on successful award of a proposal. Essential Job Responsibilities: • Work directly with Tanzanian LGAs at the district level to assess barriers which undermine district-level performance, and identify interventions to be implemented to improve capacity and achieve quality health results at the district level. • Provide day to day support to the pilot districts by maintaining relations with the Council Health Management Teams and other LGAs. • Coordinate with the Tanzanian Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (MOHSW) and the PMORALG to ensure government ownership and leadership in the selected pilot districts. • Coordinate capacity building efforts of the project in the pilot districts. • Coordinate with other partners/donors in selected districts. • Assist the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Advisor in the monitoring of the project, through baseline collection of data, monitoring of results and use of data for decision-making. • Participate in the plan for dissemination and lessons learned and present results of program achievements and outputs in written reports and at conferences and meetings. Skills Required: • Master’s Degree with 10 years of experience, or PhD with 4-6 years of experience in public health or related field. • A minimum of 5 years of experience in managing donor-funded projects at national and international levels. • Experience building capacity at the district level (specifically in Tanzania)with innovative capacity building approaches. • Ability to liaise with LGAs to coordinate capacity building efforts. • Willingness to travel (50% of work-time) to districts throughout Tanzania • Strong writing and organizational skills for monitoring and reporting on program and study results. • Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills, initiative, and good judgment. • Ability to anticipate and solve problems. • Ability to independently plan and execute complex tasks while addressing daily management details and remaining organized and focused on long-term deadlines and strategy. Please email CV and cover letter to: Tanzaniajobs@abtassoc.com

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Senior Advisor-Finance/Technical Specialist

Posted: Fri, 04/09/2009 - 2:57pm

The Senior Advisor, Finance will lead the project’s efforts to develop, transfer, and expand financial management skills for district health systems in Tanzania. The Senior Advisor will manage a project team that will strengthen a district health system’s capacity in accounting, financial planning, and budgeting. This work may include assessing the financial management inefficiencies of a district health system. Thereafter, the Senior Advisor will develop training modules and work with several project partners to create strategies and implement technical assistance specific to each district’s inefficiencies. The Senior Advisor should have a clear idea of how to improve financial and accounting capacity over a short period of time. The Senior Advisor will work closely with the Tanzanian Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (MOHSW), district health accounting staff, several international and national development partner organizations, and may work closely with the USAID Tanzania mission. *This position is contingent on successful award of a proposal. Skills Required: • Master’s Degree (with 8 years of experience) or PhD (4-6 years of experience) in business administration, accounting, health systems management, or a related field. • Experience in working at the district level with capacity building for financial accounting, financial management, budgeting, planning, and other related activities. • Demonstrated project management and leadership capabilities are required, as are the abilities to lead multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams. • Experience working for the government Tanzania, with regards to financial accounting and financial management is highly favorable, especially with regards to district-level health programming. • Familiarity and knowledge of working with USAID and PEPFAR partner organizations (both national and international) is strongly encouraged • Fluency in English is required. • Knowledge of and experience with Swahili is a definite advantage. Please email CV and cover letter to: Tanzaniajobs@abtassoc.com

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Senior Technical Advisor-Planning and Coordination/Technical Specialist

Posted: Fri, 04/09/2009 - 2:56pm

The Senior Technical Advisor- Planning and Coordination will be tasked with increasing and extending the administrative, managerial, and operational capacity of district health systems in Tanzania. The Senior Technical Advisor will assess current managerial and operational efficiencies at the district level, particularly with regards to Local Government Authorities including District Council Health Management Teams. The Senior Technical Advisor will consider specific issues concerning health system efficiency and staffing in each district, and tailor exclusive institutional capacity improvements for each district to improve managerial and operational decisions that advance health outcomes. The Senior Technical Advisor may also work with Local Government Authorities to better their planning, budgeting, and monitoring and evaluation skill-sets, in regards to health programming. The Senior Technical Advisor will be required to coordinate and work with a diverse group of organizations, including the Tanzanian Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (MOHSW), district health staff, several international and national development partner organizations, and the USAID mission in order to complete their work. The Senior Technical Advisor will report to project’s Country Director, and may be asked to represent the project when the Country Director is absent. *This position is contingent on successful award of a proposal. Skills Required: • Master Degree (with 10 years of experience) or PhD (4-6 years of experience) in health management, health systems, business administration, public health or a related field. • Experience with decentralization, performance improvement approaches and performance based financing is an asset. • Excellent written and oral communication skills. • Demonstrated project management and leadership capabilities are required, as are the abilities to lead multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams. • Experience working for the Tanzanian government, with regards to capacity building is a strong advantage. • Previous work experience in Tanzania is required. • Familiarity and knowledge of working with USAID and PEPFAR partner organizations (both national and international) is strongly encouraged • Fluency in English is required. • Knowledge of and experience with Swahili is a definite advantage. Please email CV and cover letter to: Tanzaniajobs@abtassoc.com

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Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor/Technical Specialist

Posted: Fri, 04/09/2009 - 2:55pm

The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Advisor is an integral part of a team that will strengthen district level local government authorities’ (LGAs) capacity and ability to manage quality health, HIV/AIDS, and OVC programs in Tanzania. This new PEPFAR funded project will focus on developing a comprehensive approach to supporting the LGAs, which will include expanding the skills at the district (council) level to manage funds, monitor results and prioritize programs. A large portion of the project is focused on effective program monitoring with regards to capacity-building and improving district-level health outcomes. The M&E Advisor will examine the use of data for decision-making, evaluate capacity-building project results and identify effective development of financial management systems to improve district-level health outcomes. The M&E Advisor will be responsible for developing and executing an M&E plan, in consultation with other staff members, the Tanzanian Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (MOHSW), and USAID/Tanzania. *This position is contingent on successful award of a proposal. Essential Job Responsibilities: • Oversee collection, analysis, and reporting of baseline M&E data and ongoing M&E data collection, analysis and reporting according to project M&E plan. • Prepare and ensure timely submission of project performance monitoring plans, including developing and defining program indicators and sources of data, as well as contributing to annual work plans, quarterly and annual reports and other project documents. • Assist in the selection of pilot districts and districts for future scale-up during the life of the project. • Provide technical assistance to district teams in the use of existing information systems for decision-making and program improvement. • Provide technical assistance and capacity building pertaining to M&E as necessary, including to members of the district teams. • Participate in the plan for dissemination and lessons learned and present results of program achievements and outputs in written reports and at conferences and meetings. Skills Required: • Master’s Degree with 10 years of experience, or PhD with 4-6 years of experience in public health or related field. • 5 years of relevant professional experience in designing and implementing M&E activities and special studies for complex health systems strengthening and/or service delivery programs. • Demonstrated expertise in both quantitative and qualitative research methods; firm command of M&E issues with respect to improvements in service delivery. • Experience supervising monitoring efforts. • Experience with monitoring progress in financing, accounting, planning, budgeting and auditing is an asset. • Completing M&E work on the district-level in Tanzania is strongly preferred. • Demonstrable analytical skills to measure the health impact of the project’s activities. • Strong writing and organizational skills for monitoring and reporting on program and study results. • Experience with capacity building. • Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills, initiative, and good judgment. • Ability to anticipate and solve problems. • Ability to independently plan and execute complex tasks while addressing daily management details and remaining organized and focused on long-term deadlines and strategy. Please email CV and cover letter to: Tanzaniajobs@abtassoc.com

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Deputy Country Director -- Supply Chain Management System

Posted: Tue, 25/08/2009 - 11:17am

Crown Agents USA, Inc. (CA-USA) is seeking a Deputy Country Director for the Supply Chain Management System (SCMS) Project in our Kigali, Rwanda office. Our Business Crown Agents USA, Inc. (CA-USA) is a U.S. incorporated international development company providing direct supply chain services, technical assistance and training to improve governance and economic growth. CA-USA is part of the Crown Agents international group, which works for the public and private sectors in more than 100 countries, as well as for international donors and development institutions. Crown Agents has a core staff of over 1000 employees in more than 35 countries. Role & Responsibilities The Deputy Country Director (DCD) provides support to the Country Director (CD) in successfully managing technical, programmatic, and contractual obligations of the program. The DCD provides technical assistance to the Rwanda Ministry of Health and other partners, supporting a range of programs, primarily focused on strengthening logistics systems for HIV/AIDS related commodities, and improving supply chain management practices. The DCD priorities will include development and implementation of strategic plans, annual work-plans, budgets, monitoring and evaluation processes and systems, and PEPFAR reporting requirements for the project. The Deputy CD is a senior member of the management team and will be expected to play a full part in the general management of the organization.

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ART Logistics Advisor - Supply Chain Management System

Posted: Tue, 25/08/2009 - 10:42am

Crown Agents USA, Inc. (CA-USA) is seeking an ART Logistics Advisor for the Supply Chain Management System (SCMS) project in our Gaborone, Botswana office. Our Business Crown Agents USA, Inc. (CA-USA) is a U.S. incorporated international development company providing direct supply chain services, technical assistance and training to improve governance and economic growth. CA-USA is part of the Crown Agents international group, which works for the public and private sectors in more than 100 countries, as well as for international donors and development institutions. Crown Agents has a core staff of over 1000 employees in more than 35 countries.

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Senior Associate/Scientist - Director of Program Services & Implementation

Posted: Thu, 16/07/2009 - 12:05pm

Abt Associates, Inc. works in partnership with private sector entities, the Federal Ministry of Health and Regional Health Bureaux in Ethiopia to increase public awareness and access for at-risk individuals to HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis prevention, diagnosis and treatment services. With funding from USAID and the US President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), interventions to strengthen the private health sector will be expanded in geographic scope and content over the next five years. The Private Health Sector Program will expand access to affordable packages of essential, quality health services through private health care providers, and will be carried out in close collaboration with Abt's Health Sector Financing Reform Project (also funded by USAID), as well as other US and donor-supported initiatives in the Ethiopian health sector. Abt Associates is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Director, Program Services and Implementation for the Private Sector health Program. The PS&I Director will report directly to the Private Sector Health Program Chief of Party. Specific responsibilities include: • Cordinates the work of subcontractors and implementing partners to fulfill the objectives of the project, developing and implementing project workplans in close collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Health and Regional Health Bureaus, and ensuring that project strategy and technical approaches are resulting in strengthened capacity and partnerships between the private and public health sectors. • Provides clear, specific, and well-documented technical direction to the subcontractors and the field team. • Consults with Abt HQ technical staff and lead the design of strategies, tools, and policies for integrating service delivery and systems, with inputs from other technical staff. • Establishes a strong network with professionan and civil society organizations to assess the policy environment and provide input to project management on issues and opportunities. • Guides the M&E Advisor to establish systems to track program achievements and to document and disseminate best practices, either to the general public and/or the client, as appropriate. • Works in close collaboration with the project's Policy Advisor to plan and implement advocacy strategies for an improved policy environment for the private health sector, including the provision of technical assistance to address current and emerging legislative and regulatory barriers to the private sector's complete engagement in Ethiopia's response to TB and HIV/AIDS prevention and care. Skills: • MA or PHD in public health with specialization in relevant field desirable. • Minimum of 13-15 years of experience coordinating public health programs, including public-private mix and mobile services. • Working experience with Regional Health Bureaus and the Federal Ministry of Health. • Extensive experience with high-level program oversight and mangement. • Proven project/program management experience with USAID or international NGO is desirable. • Capacity to work with diversified cultural and professional environment. • Sound report-writing skills in English. • Computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets, database management. • Experience identifying and managing technical consultants. • Fluency in English; fluency in Amharic language desirable. • Willingness to travel extensively within the country and capacity to deliver under stressful environment. Please apply via our website at: www.abtassoc.com Job # 2009-3560

Global Health Tags: HIV/AIDS - Program Management -
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