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Infectious Diseases Division, Office of Health, Infectious Diseases, and Nutrition, Bureau for Global Health, United States Agency for International Development
Location: Washington, DC
Assignment: Two year fellowship
GHFP-10-182

The Global Health Fellows Program (GHFP) is a five year cooperative agreement implemented and managed by the Public Health Institute (PHI) in partnership with the Harvard School of Public Health, Management Systems International and Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine. GHFP is supported by the US Agency for International Development (USAID).

GHFP’s goal is to improve the effectiveness of USAID Population, Health and Nutrition programs by developing and increasing capacity of health professionals in Washington, DC and overseas. This is accomplished through the recruitment, placement and support of junior, mid and senior level health professionals; a diversity initiative focused on providing internship and mentoring opportunities in international public health to underrepresented communities; and professional and organizational development activities to bolster USAID’s ability to maximize results and strengthen its leadership role in global health.

INTRODUCTION:

The Neglected Tropical Diseases Technical Advisor (the Advisor) will serve in the Infectious Diseases Division of the Bureau for Global Health’s Health, Infectious Diseases, and Nutrition Office which supporting the technical management and coordination of USAID-funded NTD (Neglected Tropical Disease) programs. The Advisor will receive programmatic direction from the Chief of the Infectious Diseases Division, and will serve as a member of the NTD team, working closely with Division technical advisors, and health staff in USAID regional bureaus and missions. The Advisor will support the technical excellence of USAID programs, coordinating appropriate technical assistance to country-level programs and ensuring cross-learning between countries. The Advisor will engage with USAID country missions and regional offices and other US Government agencies (USG) to ensure appropriate collaboration. The Advisor will also assist with monitoring any constraints to implementation and identifying solutions, as well as participates in international working groups related to NTDs and support policy and normative guideline development.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Neglected Tropical Diseases Advisor will:

• Provide appropriate technical inputs and assistance to USAID/Washington and field-based programs for the review of grant applications, country-level work plans, and in support of NTD program implementation in all USAID-supported countries
• Liaise with USAID missions and partner agencies implementing NTD activities
• Monitor ongoing country-level activities under the NTD portfolio, including travel to visit field activities
• Assist in the planning, budgeting and reporting of results for the NTD portfolio
• Assist the USAID NTD team in preparing, presenting and disseminating materials, briefings, reports, etc. for colleagues, Bureau and Agency leadership, and other partners
• Provide assistance to USAID regional bureaus and missions involved in NTD efforts as well as other health programs
• Participate in periodic job-related international working groups and professional meetings
• Participate in professional continuing education, skills training and USAID training activities, as appropriate

Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned based on (a) organizational and programming need and/or (b) the Advisor’s own interests.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s degree in public health, the health sciences or relevant disciplines
• Minimum ten years experience in public health in designing, implementing, and/or evaluating public health activities/programs of which at least three to five years’ experience working in international or resource poor settings
• High level of judgment to assist with monitoring, and evaluating program implementation and developing program strategies
• Experience with NTDs is desirable
• Demonstrated flexibility and openness in responding to changing work priorities and environment
• Demonstrated organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Strong team and networking skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability and willingness to travel internationally up to 20%
• Proficiency in French is desirable
• US Citizenship or US Permanent Residency required

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

Salary will be based on commensurate experience and earnings history. The Public Health Institute offers a comprehensive benefits package including professional development programs http://www.ghfp.net/docs/2010_Benefits_for_GHFP_Fellows.pdf

TO APPLY:

All applicants are required to apply for this position through GHFP’s online recruitment system at https://www.ghfp.net/recruitment/, which allows you to store your CV, profile and bio data form in our database. A separate cover letter describing your qualifications and experience, interest and familiarity with issues relating to this position, and how this position relates to your career goals is required for each application. All online applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm Eastern Time August 16, 2010.

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