USAID/Rwanda is seeking an Ordinarily Resident citizen or individual with the required work permit for employment as A.I.D Development Assistance Specialist (PEPFAR Strategic Information Liaison).
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION:
The selected candidate The Strategic Information (SI) Liaison is responsible for providing oversight to the United States Government’s (USG’s) President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief or Emergency Plan (PEPFAR) SI activities including surveillance and surveys, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), targeted evaluations, and information systems.
The SI Liaison will have the authority to monitor, steer and prioritize activities based on the PEPFAR Rwanda team priorities and resources. S/he is the lead member of the PEPFAR SI Team and serve as the principal field counterpart to the HQ-based SI Advisor.
A copy of the position description listing the duties and responsibilities is available at the reception desk of the United States Embassy at Kacyiru. Serious candidates are strongly encouraged to read the full position description prior to applying.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criteria detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
Education: A Masters level (or higher) training in public health, public policy, epidemiology, demography,
social or behavior science or related field.
Prior Work Experience: A minimum of 10 years of work experience, preferably in developing countries
developing and implementing monitoring systems and conducting evaluations. Experience with HIV/AIDS programs or related health service programs is also required. Experience and knowledge of other international agency systems (USG or UN agencies). Experience conducting international M&E is required and experience with the PEPFAR SI system highly desirable
Language Proficiency: Level IV (fluent) English is required. French language skills highly desired.
Knowledge: Demonstrated in-depth technical knowledge of monitoring and evaluation practice and methods,
knowledge of the Rwanda or East/Central African HIV/AIDS context. Demonstrated effective ability to obtain,
analyze, organize and interpret data and present findings in both oral and written form. Demonstrated ability to
prepare precise and accurate reports and to develop and present briefings.
Skills and Abilities: Basic skills in the operation of computers and software program applications authorized
for use (including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) are required. Evidence of excellent interpersonal, facilitation
and team building skills/experience also required. Demonstrated outstanding communication (verbal, written,
presentation) and interpersonal skills (including conflict resolution skills). Excellent communication skills in
English, written/verbal and diplomacy. Strong quantitative and analytical skills, verbal skills and ability to
communicate technical information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical colleagues.
Excellent leadership, management, and coordination skills.
The applicant must also be able to successfully pass a reference background check.
SELECTION CRITERIA
1. Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
TO APPLY:
Interested applicants for this position must submit all of the following, or the application will not be considered:
1.A detailed cover letter articulating the applicant’s knowledge, skills, and experience as they relate to the position;
2.Application for U.S. Federal Employment (OF-612) which can be provided at the reception desk or online at http://www.usajobs.gov/of612.asp;
3.A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as an OF-612;
4.Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, and copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO
Human Resources Office (or Executive Office) USAID/Rwanda, B.P. 2848 Kigali
POINT OF CONTACT
Human Resources Office, Tel: 0252-596800, Ext. # 2694
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION: June 11, 2010 at 17:00
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION:
The selected candidate The Strategic Information (SI) Liaison is responsible for providing oversight to the United States Government’s (USG’s) President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief or Emergency Plan (PEPFAR) SI activities including surveillance and surveys, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), targeted evaluations, and information systems.
The SI Liaison will have the authority to monitor, steer and prioritize activities based on the PEPFAR Rwanda team priorities and resources. S/he is the lead member of the PEPFAR SI Team and serve as the principal field counterpart to the HQ-based SI Advisor.
A copy of the position description listing the duties and responsibilities is available at the reception desk of the United States Embassy at Kacyiru. Serious candidates are strongly encouraged to read the full position description prior to applying.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criteria detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
Education: A Masters level (or higher) training in public health, public policy, epidemiology, demography,
social or behavior science or related field.
Prior Work Experience: A minimum of 10 years of work experience, preferably in developing countries
developing and implementing monitoring systems and conducting evaluations. Experience with HIV/AIDS programs or related health service programs is also required. Experience and knowledge of other international agency systems (USG or UN agencies). Experience conducting international M&E is required and experience with the PEPFAR SI system highly desirable
Language Proficiency: Level IV (fluent) English is required. French language skills highly desired.
Knowledge: Demonstrated in-depth technical knowledge of monitoring and evaluation practice and methods,
knowledge of the Rwanda or East/Central African HIV/AIDS context. Demonstrated effective ability to obtain,
analyze, organize and interpret data and present findings in both oral and written form. Demonstrated ability to
prepare precise and accurate reports and to develop and present briefings.
Skills and Abilities: Basic skills in the operation of computers and software program applications authorized
for use (including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) are required. Evidence of excellent interpersonal, facilitation
and team building skills/experience also required. Demonstrated outstanding communication (verbal, written,
presentation) and interpersonal skills (including conflict resolution skills). Excellent communication skills in
English, written/verbal and diplomacy. Strong quantitative and analytical skills, verbal skills and ability to
communicate technical information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical colleagues.
Excellent leadership, management, and coordination skills.
The applicant must also be able to successfully pass a reference background check.
SELECTION CRITERIA
1. Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
TO APPLY:
Interested applicants for this position must submit all of the following, or the application will not be considered:
1.A detailed cover letter articulating the applicant’s knowledge, skills, and experience as they relate to the position;
2.Application for U.S. Federal Employment (OF-612) which can be provided at the reception desk or online at http://www.usajobs.gov/of612.asp;
3.A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as an OF-612;
4.Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, and copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO
Human Resources Office (or Executive Office) USAID/Rwanda, B.P. 2848 Kigali
POINT OF CONTACT
Human Resources Office, Tel: 0252-596800, Ext. # 2694
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION: June 11, 2010 at 17:00
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