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27 January 2015

USAID Project Careers - Private Sector Partnerships Specialist at TechnoServe

Project Name: USAID Uganda Youth Leadership for Agriculture ProgramDuty Station: Kampala, UgandaTechnoServe works with enterprising people in the developing world to build competitive farms, businesses and industries. We are a nonprofit organization that develops business solutions to poverty by linking people to information, capital and markets. Our work is rooted in the idea that given the opportunity, hardworking men and women in even the poorest places can generate income, jobs and wealth for their families and communities. With more than four decades of proven results, we believe in the power of private enterprise to transform lives.USAID Uganda is funding a new five-year Youth Leadership for Agriculture program to increase economic opportunities for hundreds of thousands of Ugandan female and male youth aged 10 to 35, in agriculture- related fields, in order to increase their incomes and build entrepreneurial, leadership, and workforce readiness skills. Pending confirmation of funding, TechnoServe will lead this program in select districts in Uganda, including Northern Uganda, through market systems and facilitative approaches. This program will focus on achieving two specific objectives by partnering with both public and private entities: (1) increased incomes of youth working in agricultural value chains (specifically maize, beans and coffee); and (2) improved skills development (entrepreneurship, employability, leadership, and life skills) obtained through formal and non-formal education and training organizations.Job Summary: The USAID Project Private Sector Partnerships Specialist is responsible for technical leadership and oversight for activities under "Objective One". Objective One will improve relationships and networks among value chain actors (focusing on the maize, bean and coffee value chains) and youth (ages 15-35) and use strategic investments and incentives to encourage private sector actors to provide technical assistance, training, mentoring, as well as increased market (both input and output) opportunities for large numbers of youth. This will involve developing relationships between private sector actors, such as input suppliers or exporters of maize, coffee and/or beans and youth and negotiating to improve their access to markets and enable youth to join and extract benefits from the value chain. With an awareness and keen understanding of appropriate existing agricultural technologies for youth, s/he will lead the investigation of the needs and skill requirements of employers and help link to youth to opportunities.Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The ideal candidate for the USAID Project career placement should hold a Master's degree in economics, agricultural economics, business, international development, public policy, law, or other relevant field. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 10 years of experience may be substituted for a Master's degree.At least six years of international experience in business or agriculture development.Possess excellent track record of achieving results in private sector-led development activities, preferably in agriculture. In particular, must have proven ability to establish strong and effective working relationships with private sector actors and solving challenges together.Must have demonstrated high level technical, analytical, and interpersonal skills.Prior experience working in emerging markets.Possess excellent management and communication skills.Demonstrated understanding of and passion for youth economic empowerment and improvement of livelihoods.Demonstrated experience of Uganda's private sector, particularly private sector companies in the agricultural sector; ability to understand, negotiate and strike win- win deals with private sector partnersStrong focus on results.Ability to travel up to 50% of time.Fluent in written and spoken English; fluency in one 'or more local languages is an added advantage.Past experience working in Uganda is desired Preference for work experience in Sub-Saharan Africa, especially East Africa and UgandaPrior experience applying market systems and facilitative approaches is an added advantage Prior experience working with USAID desired tooAll qualified and interested applicants should send a single Word-formatted document consisting of cover letter, resume and salary history to jobs@tns.org. Please identify the position for which you are applying in the subject line. Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be considered or contacted.

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Relief International (RI) NGO Careers - Utility Specialist: Water

Organisation: Relief International (RI)Relief International (RI) is a leading global humanitarian organization and home to teams of humanitarian activist-professionals committed to transforming adversity into renewal for the world's most vulnerable populations. By partnering with beneficiaries and communities on the front-lines, RI innovatively bridges the gap between immediate relief and long-term community development.Job Summary: The Utility Specialist: Water will be responsible for offering technical support to program implementation in one or more of the following technical areas and other related areas as appropriate(areas in bold will be emphasized): Rural Water Supply, Water Well Drilling, Well Maintenance, and Repair, Water Storage, Service Provider Management, Urban Water Supply and Distribution, Water Treatment, including Point-of-Use and Community Treatment, Water and Wastewater User Tariff and Subsidies Scheme Development, &Water and Wastewater Utilities Performance, including Operation and Maintenance.Key Duties and Responsibilities: Serve as the primary point of contact with RI’s Country Director with regard to day-to-day implementation and management matters relating technical water program areas.Lead specific studies and assessments if required.Offer direct technical support in one or more of the areas indicated in the position summary.Oversee and manage staff working for the program and provide guidance to staff on issues related to program implementation.Establish and maintain systems for program operations in accordance with RI policies and procedures.Perform any other duties as needed.Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The position requires a minimum number of years of relevant professional experience along with a degree relevant to the position summary as follows:A minimum of eight years of relevant professional experience required if applicant has received Ph.D.At least ten years of relevant professional experience, if applicant has received an A.B.D. or J.D.Minimum of twelve years of relevant professional experience, if applicant has received M.S., M.A., or M.B.A.Minimum of fifteen years of relevant professional experience, if applicant has received A B.S., B.S., or B.A.Minimum of twenty years of relevant professional experience, if applicant has received less than a Bachelor’s degree.This position demands a dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to achieve results in a demanding and fast paced environment and who has:Solid background and knowledge of USAID Rules and Regulations.Excellent interpersonal, communication, public speaking, and strategic planning skills required.Professional proficiency in Swahili preferred.Professional proficiency in English speaking, reading, and writing required.Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, & tasks efficientlyExcellent time management skills and resourcefulness with strong attention to detail.Excellent analytical and organizational skills. Ability to think critically and creatively.Excellent interpersonal skills, including patience, diplomacy, willingness to listen and respect for colleagues. Must be capable of working both individually and as part of a team.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment. Must be flexible, willing to perform other duties and work irregular hours.All candidates who are suitably qualified should send a cover letter with your updated resume containing the following information:Number of years of relevant technical experienceDegreesNumber of years of experience in International DevelopmentCountries worked in and number of years in the following regions:Africa AsiaLatin America Middle East OtherLanguages proficiency in Speaking, Reading, and Writing. For each language, please state your level of proficiency using the following codes:Language Speaking Proficiency LevelReading Proficiency LevelWriting ProficiencyLevel 0 - No ProficiencyLevel 1 - Elementary ProficiencyLevel 2 – Limited Working ProficiencyLevel 3 - Professional working proficiencyLevel 4 - Full professional proficiencyLevel 5 - Native or bilingual proficiencyAll candidates who wish to join Relief International should Apply Online at the web link below.

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Earn Over 52000 Dollars Annually as Case Management Specialist / Epidemiologist at Malaria Consortium

Organisation: Malaria ConsortiumSalary and Benefits: USD 52,531-59,098 Malaria Consortium is one of the world's leading non-profit organisations dedicated to the comprehensive control of malaria and other communicable diseases in Africa and Southeast Asia. Malaria Consortium works with communities, government and non-government agencies, academic institutions, and local and international organisations, to ensure good evidence supports delivery of effective services, providing technical support for monitoring and evaluation of programmes and activities for evidence-based decision-making and strategic planning. The organisation works to improve not only the health of the individual, but also the capacity of national health systems, which helps relieve poverty and support improved economic prosperity.Malaria Consortium (MC) manages a wide range of communicable disease projects in a number of countries. These projects range from technical support to central governments to direct implementation of projects for the control of malaria, pneumonia, diarrhoeal diseases, tuberculosis and neglected tropical diseases at district and community levels. Malaria Consortium is looking to expand its case management cluster with a highly competent and motivated communicable disease case management specialist to provide technical support and oversight to country offices on case management relating to its broad communicable disease portfolio. The position is based at the regional office in Kampala, Uganda, but an alternative location can be considered in exceptional circumstancesJob Summary: The incumbent will work with the Africa Technical Director to provide technical inputs and oversight in the area of malaria case management and disease epidemiology in the region, also to provide technical inputs in the projects with infectious disease surveillance components, provide inputs to progress reports and scientific papers. The post holder will provide this support to projects in the Africa regional portfolio.Key Duties and Responsibilities: Offer advice to malaria consortium field staff, implementing partners on relevant projects and other stakeholders on the diagnosis and treatment of malaria and other communicable diseases, including childhood fevers and neglected tropical diseases and all other clinical aspects of case management to Malaria Consortium programmes in Africa.Offer technical guidance to Ministries of Health in policy, strategy and work plan development, support the conduct of clinical audits and evaluations relating to communicable disease management.As part of the regional team, work in collaboration with Africa technical director and M&E specialists to provide technical support to the portfolio of Malaria Consortium projects in the interpretation of results from surveys and disease surveillance activities.Technically support capacity building for relevant technical staff across the portfolio of projects in the area of infectious disease epidemiology and control.Support capacity building of country technical coordinatorsProvide thought leadership and explore opportunities to strengthen the application of epidemiological concept in the design of projectsActively contribute to business development efforts and the design of technical proposalsProvide inputs into Malaria Consortium Knowledge Management content and strategy at Regional and Global levelsContribute to coordination efforts within the case management clusterContribute to operational research work across the portfolio of projectsContribute to publication efforts in peer review journalsQualifications, Skills and Experience: The candidate should have a Clinical background (public health nurse or doctor) and experience in malaria case management. Possession of a Post-graduate degree in epidemiology or related area Five or more years of related International experience.Research and publication experience.A minimum of ten years field experience in developing country setting.Demonstrable technical writing skillsExcellent written and oral communication skills.Advanced knowledge of statistical and data management software, especially Stata and EpiData.Advanced skills in the use of Microsoft Office software.Willingness to work within a team of technical specialistsProficiency in French or Portuguese as well as English is desired All suitably qualified and interested candidates should Apply Online at Malaria Consortium’s E-portal.

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Uganda: Case Management Specialist/ Epidemiologist

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About Us Help Login / Register Home Updates Countries Disasters Topics Organizations Jobs Training Print23 Jan 2015Case Management Specialist/ EpidemiologistJobfromMalaria Consortium—Closing date: 04 Feb 2015

Malaria Consortium is recruiting for a Case Management Specialist/ Epidemiologist to join out team in the Africa Regional Office in Kampala, Uganda. The successful candidate shall work with the Africa Technical Director to provide technical inputs and oversight in the area of malaria case management and disease epidemiology in the region, also to provide technical inputs in the projects with infectious disease surveillance components, provide inputs to progress reports and scientific papers. The post holder will provide this support to projects in the Africa regional portfolio.

The successful candidate will have:

Clinical background (public health nurse or doctor) and experience in malaria case managementPost-graduate degree in epidemiology or related area with at least 5 years’ similar International experience.Research and publication experience.At least 10 years field experience in developing country setting.Demonstrable technical writing skillsExcellent written and oral communication skills.Advanced knowledge of statistical and data management software, especially Stata and EpiData.Advanced skills in the use of Microsoft Office software.Willingness to work within a team of technical specialistsHow to apply:

To view the full job description and to apply for the role, please visit our website https://recruitment.malariaconsortium.org

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22 January 2015

USAID Project Careers - Skills Development Specialist at Plan USA

Plan International is a global organization that works side by side with communities in 50 developing countries to end the cycle of poverty for children and their families. Plan works at the community level to develop customized solutions and ensure long-term sustainability. Our solutions are designed up-front to be owned by communities for generations to come and range from clean water and healthcare programs to education projects and, economic empowerment, child protection initiatives and youth civic engagement. Across program areas, Plan’s activities are guided by a Child-Centered Community Development (CCCD) approach, which is rights-based, holistic, gender-sensitive, and inclusive.Plan International is bidding to implement the upcoming five-year $23 million USAID-funded Youth Leadership for Agriculture project in Uganda. The purpose of this project is to increase economic opportunities for hundreds of thousands of Ugandan female and male youth ages 10 to 35 in agriculture-related fields in order to increase incomes and build entrepreneurship, leadership, and workforce readiness.Job Summary: The Skills Development Specialist will be responsible for technical leadership and oversight for activities related to increasing the opportunities for practical learning and applied soft skills acquisition for youth, such that they are better prepared for successful entry into agricultural careers. The incumbent will oversee interventions for youth ages 10-25, particularly young women, which will strengthen technical, entrepreneurial and work- force readiness skills (including soft skills). Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The ideal candidate should hold a Master’s degree in education, business, or other relevant field; Or a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with 10 years of experience.At least six years’ experience in workforce development or youth activities.Excellent track record of achieving results in similar types of skill development activities.Prior experience with USAID contracts a plus.Demonstrated high level technical, analytical, and interpersonal skills.Possess excellent English written and oral communication skills.NB: Plan International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. Further, Qualified Ugandan nationals, including those living in the diaspora, are highly encouraged to apply.All candidates who are encouraged should send a cover letter, USAID 1420 biodata form,download here, and resume in English to our website recruitment@planusa.org with the title Skills Development Specialist Uganda.

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United Nations UNICEF Careers - Administrative Specialist at United Nations Children’s Fund

Organisation: United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)For 60 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children's survival, protection and development. The world's largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments.Job Summary: As the manager and specialist of administrative management services in the Uganda country office, the incumbent of this post will be accountable for provision of managerial leadership and policy guidance, for achievement of effective administrative service management and staff capacity development. The Administrative Specialist will collaborate with Operations management for efficient administrative operations in support of the Office and country programmes. Moreover, the incumbent will ensure the office's administrative operations and services are carried out effectively and in compliance with the Organization's administrative policy, procedures, rules and regulations.Key Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Policy, procedures and Strategies: As technical specialist and manager, accountable for the correct and consistent application of policies and procedures in the management of administrative functions through the provision of technical leadership, guidance and support to the country office and sub-offices where applicable.Actively contributes to global, regional and country strategic planning and policy changes/formulation on administrative matters as necessary. Provides technical input to the establishment of administrative guidelines in close coordination with the head of office, Chief of Operations and DFAM.Advises the head of the office and updates staff on administrative policies, procedures rules and regulations, providing technical advice, guidelines and administrative support. Implements the appropriate application and interpretation of administrative rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Briefs and assists arriving and departing staff on administrative procedures and requirements.Works closely with the Regional Office and HQ Divisions to support policy reform in the area of administrative service management; advises on the applicability of new policy directives at the country level. Makes viable recommendations on the improvement of systems and internal controls, and resolution of sensitive issues, taking into account the prevailing conditions in the locality.Keeps the supervisor abreast of potential problem areas, and identifies and recommends solutions. Prepares reports on administrative matters.Offers administrative support and services to country and sub-country offices where applicable, including preparation and funding of service contracts, preparations of PGMs for all administrative supplies. Undertakes missions to field locations to review administrative arrangements and makes appropriate recommendations as required.Actively monitors the budget in close coordination with the Chief of Operations to ensure that objectives stipulated early in the fiscal year are realized for smooth operation of the country office/sub offices, where applicable.Quickly recommends and prepares estimates on office premises, supplies and equipment requirements for budget preparation purposes. Assists zone offices in the establishment and maintenance of administrative services. Prepares monitors and controls the administrative budget.3. Administrative Support and Services: Ensures timely and effective delivery and improvement in administrative support and office services for enhanced quality, efficiency and cost effectiveness, including space management, transport services, vehicle use and maintenance, equipment, conference and travel arrangements, document reproduction, communications, mail and delivery services, local procurement and bill payments of utilities.Ensures the timely and cost-effective provision of basic offices services including space management, equipment, communications and security to enhance staff safety and productivity.Actively supports the Inter-Agency Operations Management Team's approaches for enhancing UN common services to attain efficiencies and effectiveness.Negotiates and supervises matters relating to office premises, utilities and services with vendors /agencies.Manages properties of administrative supplies, office equipment and vehicles, updating inventory of items, serving as ex-officio member to the Property Survey Board and ensuring follow-up action.Prepares Property Survey Board submissions for the Chief of Operations; prepares minutes of meetings and assists the Chief of Operations in executing PSB recommendations approved by the Head of Office.Manages adequate and appropriate use of supplies. Ensures that services and maintenance of premises are in accordance with organizational standards.5. Contract Arrangement and Control: Ensures that all administrative transactions and arrangements of contracts are in compliance with the applicable policies, procedures, rules and regulations.Regularly reviews all contractual arrangements related to administrative support (i.e. courier, premises maintenance, ancillary administrative support, vehicle maintenance, equipment maintenance etc.) to ensure that the terms and conditions of all contracts are being adhered to by providers of services. Proposes to supervisor any changes that may be required.Monitors payments against contractual obligations.6. Staff Learning and Development: Develops training programmes to enhance effective performance and efficiency in admin. services management.Implements staff learning and development programme activities for capacity building. Conducts workshops for staff competency building, staff learning and development and career development.Provides coaching and counselling to the staff on performance enhancement/development.7. Partnership, Coordination and Collaboration:Actively facilitates and maintains effective working relations with other agencies, local authorities and implementing partners relating to administrative matters for enhancement of information exchange, collaboration, and harmonization.Cooperates and coordinates with other UN agency counterparts in the UN reform initiatives (including common services and premises agenda, etc.).Coordinates field emergency services.8. Performs any other duties and responsibilities assigned as required: Provides quality services to the beneficiaries in a timely and cost effective manner in performing additional duties and responsibilities assigned in conformance with the policy, standards, rules and regulations.Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The ideal candidate for the United Nations UNICEF Career opportunity should possess an advanced university degree (Master's) in Social Sciences, Accounting, Business Administration, Financial Management, Economics, or a directly-related technical field(s) is required. A valid professional certification (CA; CPA; etc.) from an accredited chartered accountancy institution, in conjunction with a relevant first-level (Bachelor's) university degree in a directly-related technical field (as identified above), may be taken in lieu of an advanced university degree.At least five (5) years’ experience, at the national and international levels, in office management, finance, budget, accounting and/or administration is required.Work experience in emergency duty station is considered an asset.Language Proficiency: Fluency in English (verbal and written) is required. Knowledge of an additional UN Language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) is considered an asset.Communicates effectively to varied audiences, including during formal public speaking.Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.Consistently achieves high-level results, managing and delivering projects on-time and on-budget.Analyzes and integrates potentially conflicting numerical, verbal and other data from a number of sources.Demonstrates and shares detailed technical knowledge and expertise.Has good leadership and supervisory skills; co-ordinates group activities, ensuring that roles within the team are clear.Translates strategic direction into plans and objectives.Sets clearly defined objectives and plans activities for self, own team or department.UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.If you want to work for the United Nations UNICEF as a nutrition specialist, Please click on web link below to visit and review the requirements and Click “Apply Now.”

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Senior Specialist, Career Opportunity in Uganda,Jobs Vacancy in Uganda,

Position Title:Well Head Equipment Specialist, Tough Logging Conditions SEISMIC Expert Duty Station: Kampala and mobilized to the Lake Albert region. Employment Type:Full Time PermanentApplication Deadline:11TH FEBRUARY 2015 The Wireline Well Head Equipment Specialist has the principal responsibility for ensuring that their assigned equipment, both for preventive maintenance and repair, is maintained to the highest standards and according to the latest specifications and RITE (Routine Inspection of Tools and Equipment). He/she is aware of the potential risks associated with such maintenance and works in a safe, orderly and efficient manner. The Wireline Well Head
Equipment Specialist could be assigned to be responsible for some of the following equipment and activities: The Wireline Well Head Equipment specialist could be assigned to be responsible for some of the following equipment and activities Cables, Heads and Adapters, WHE (Well Head Equipment), Basic Equipment and FIT (Fast Inspection of Tools) & TRIM (Tool Review and Inspection Monthly) Essential Responsibilities and Duties: •Learns, through organized seminars and personal study, the operational and technical characteristics of Wireline equipment, and ensures his/her training is accurately recorded. •Keeps current with new related Wireline equipment and maintenance methods. •Promotes the importance of Service Quality within the maintenance community. •Understands and complies with Schlurnberqer's rules and regulations. •Assists in the development and coaching of less senior Technicians and Operators. •Assists the other team members with the respective maintenance sections of their training program. •Ensures all assigned equipment is continually maintained at the highest standards, resuHing in proper funclionality and minimum failures. •Performs Q-checks and or FIT (Fast Inspections of Tools) &TRIM (Tool Review and Inspection Monthly) stricdy. as per procedure, and according to the defined schedule. •Efficiently troubleshoots and repairs assigned equipment, if required, also repairs equipment at the well site.•Participates in Root Cause Analysis of failures. •Proficient in the use of RITE (Routine Inspection of Tools and Equipment). •Records all maintenance and failure events immediately and accurately in RITE (Routine Inspection of Tools and Equipment). •Actively uses Support both for technical solutions and for knowledge sharing. •Reports honestly and accurately at all times. •Promotes the move to new technology, standardization and timely replacement of old technology. •Makes recommendations to supervisors on requirements for spare parts, test equement and tools necessary for efficient maintenance. •Interfaces for SQ (Service Quality)-related issues for assigned jobs.Quality & HSE •Promotes a culture of safety awareness within the maintenance community. •Ensures hislher work areas are safe, clean and orderly at all times. •Follows the company policies and procedures on health, safety and environment. •Supports Management efforts to minimize general and WL-specific Quality and HSE risks and promotes respect, understanding and adherence to safety regulations. •Conducts unsafe and hazardous situation audits / identification. •Uses QUEST to report RIR and for follow up on action items. •Maintains strict confidentiality of Schlumberger and client information. •Experience running Open and Cased hole Jobs a MUST •Minimum 3 years working experience in oil field services •Experience working in Tough Logging Conditions a MUST •Experience working as a Well Head Equipment specialist a MUST •Highly developed organizational skills •Strong communication skills for both client and employee relations Please send ONLY a CV and application letter MERGED into ONE document to email address: Please DO NOT attach any other documents. Please quote the job title being applied for in the subject of your email and apply for only ONE post. Only candidates that follow these instructions and meet the minimum requirements shall be contacted.

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Uganda: Utility Specialist: Water (Potential Future Position Per Bid)

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About Us Help Login / Register Home Updates Countries Disasters Topics Organizations Jobs Training Print20 Jan 2015Utility Specialist: Water (Potential Future Position Per Bid)JobfromRelief International—Closing date: 27 Feb 2015

Position: Utility Specialist: Water (Potential Future Position Per Bid)

Location: Uganda

Duration: Unknown (Could be short term or multi-year)

Reports to: Country Director

About RI: Relief International (RI) is a leading global humanitarian organization and home to teams of humanitarian activist-professionals committed to transforming adversity into renewal for the world's most vulnerable populations. By partnering with beneficiaries and communities on the front-lines, RI innovatively bridges the gap between immediate relief and long-term community development.

Position Summary:The individual is responsible for providing technical support to program implementation in one or more of the following technical areas and other related areas as appropriate(areas in bold will be emphasized): Rural Water Supply, Water Well Drilling, Well Maintenance, and Repair, Water Storage, Service Provider Management, Urban Water Supply and Distribution, Water Treatment, including Point-of-Use and Community Treatment, Water and Wastewater User Tariff and Subsidies Scheme Development, &Water and Wastewater Utilities Performance, including Operation and Maintenance.

Position Responsibilities and Duties:

Serve as the primary point of contact with RI’s Country Director with regard to day-to-day implementation and management matters relating technical water program areas.Lead specific studies and assessments if required.Provide direct technical support in one or more of the areas indicated in the position summary.Oversee and manage staff working for the program and provide guidance to staff on issues related to program implementation.Establish and maintain systems for program operations in accordance with RI policies and procedures.Perform other duties as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements:

This position demands a dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to achieve results in a demanding and fast paced environment and who has:

Solid background and knowledge of USAID Rules and Regulations.Excellent interpersonal, communication, public speaking, and strategic planning skills required.Professional proficiency in Swahili preferred.Professional proficiency in English speaking, reading, and writing required.Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, & tasks efficientlyExcellent time management skills and resourcefulness with strong attention to detail.Excellent analytical and organizational skills. Ability to think critically and creatively.Excellent interpersonal skills, including patience, diplomacy, willingness to listen and respect for colleagues. Must be capable of working both individually and as part of a team.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment. Must be flexible, willing to perform other duties and work irregular hours.

The position requires a minimum number of years of relevant professional experience along with a degree relevant to the position summary as follows:

Minimum of eight years of relevant professional experience required if applicant has received Ph.D.Minimum of ten years of relevant professional experience, if applicant has received an A.B.D. or J.D.Minimum of twelve years of relevant professional experience, if applicant has received M.S., M.A., or M.B.A.Minimum of fifteen years of relevant professional experience, if applicant has received A B.S., B.S., or B.A.Minimum of twenty years of relevant professional experience, if applicant has received less than a Bachelor’s degree.

Cover Letter Required:

To apply, please submit a cover letter with your resume containing the following information:

Number of years of relevant technical experienceDegreesNumber of years of experience in International DevelopmentCountries worked in and number of years in the following regions:AfricaAsiaLatin AmericaMiddle EastOtherLanguages proficiency in Speaking, Reading, and Writing. For each language, please state your level of proficiency using the following codes:LanguageSpeaking Proficiency LevelReading Proficiency LevelWriting Proficiency LevelLevel 0-No ProficiencyLevel 1 - Elementary ProficiencyLevel 2 – Limited Working ProficiencyLevel 3 - Professional working proficiencyLevel 4 - Full professional proficiencyLevel 5 - Native or bilingual proficiencyHow to apply:

Please visit: http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH07/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=RI&cws=4&ri...

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