JOB/VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO. 27/08

DATE    : JULY 11, 2008

FROM    : HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICE, USAID/ETHIOPIA

TO    : ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS

TITLE OF POSITION : PROJECT MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST (PMTCT) FSN-11  (PREVENTION OF MOTHER TO CHILD HIV TRANSMISSION)  
                                          
LOCATION OF WORK :    USAID BUILDING, OFF HAILE GEBRE SELASSIE ROAD

HOURS :          FULL TIME 40 HOURS PER WEEK

FINAL FILLING DATE         :   OPEN UNTIL FILLED

SALARY: FSN-11(ETB 107,776 to ETB 193,996 per annum) depending on the candidate's earning history, qualifications and experience.  This position may initially be filled at a trainee level which is equivalent to FSN-10 (ETB 87,112 to ETB 156,796).

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direct supervision of the Cluster Coordinator, the AID Project Management Specialist (PMTCT) will provide technical and administrative support to the PMTCT portfolio.  The Specialist will be responsible for assisting with the coordination of activities closely with the other MCH and PMTCT donors and implementing partners.  The position will reinforce and or complement the existing program in advancing the PEPFAR PMTCT program objectives.  The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring detailed planning, budget tracking, and performance monitoring of all USAID-funded activities in the program. The Specialist assists in the coordination, administration and management oversight as well as work with other USG partners, other-donor programs, and the Ethiopian National AIDS program and compliance with USG and especially complying with USAID specific regulations. The AID Project Management Specialist (PMTCT) will be delegated all authorities and responsibilities commensurate with a Cognizant Technical Officer (CTO) for programs involving MCH and PMTCT programs.  Additionally, s/he will work closely with the MCH/PMTCT Technical Advisor on development and implementing activities as well as interact with counterparts at the PEPFAR interagency level, national and federal levels as Ethiopia aims to greatly improve the reach and impact of MCH/PMTCT services. 
  
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  In order to qualify, the applicant must possess the following:

EDUCATION:  Masters Degree in Public Health or related discipline with technical knowledge and experience in PMTCT, reproductive health, maternal and child health and HIV prevention is required.

EXPERIENCE:  Five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in business management, administration, private sector program management, or work place health programs.

LANGUAGE:  5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in working in public health or related field. Experience working with the Ethiopian government, USG health agencies and/or USAID implementing partners required, especially on the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:  The candidate must be familiar with MCH/PMTCT programs and interventions as well as have knowledge of family health services in context of public health programs.  The position requires good organizational and management skills, strong analytical and research skills, good social and professional judgment, excellent interpersonal skills in cross-cultural and multi-level settings; ability to interact effectively with mid and senior level government officials, high level members of the business community  and to maintain collaborative working relationships within a team structure. Excellent computer skills are required for effectively operating in this position.  Example of software includes MS Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook, Access, statistical and other relevant software.  Computer skills are required to implement, analyze, and monitor, and manage activity goals, inputs, outcomes, and achievements, both program and impact. The selected candidate must be capable of producing high quality work, often under time pressure and in complex situations.  Must be able to communicate in English effectively in writing and verbally.  Lead and participate in discussions and meetings effectively.  Able to rapidly analyze information, evaluate data, and prepare reports and related documents in English.

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS: All applicants must submit a completed form (Application for Federal Employment) to USAID/Ethiopia, Human Resources Office P. O. Box 1014, Addis Ababa, and Ethiopia on or before the final filing date.  Late and incomplete applications will not be considered.  Each applicant must fully explain his/her job-related duties and qualifications on the application form in order to provide for an accurate evaluation of his/her education, training, and experience. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, age, sex, sexual orientation, physical disabilities, or membership in an employee organization. This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process please notify the Agency. Applicants who are not contacted within thirty days after the final filing date are to assume that their applications were not accepted.

Applications will be initially screened by the Human Resources Office to determine whether applicants have met the advertised minimum qualifications. A list of qualified applicants will be referred to the Hiring Office for further consideration and screening.  Final selection of candidates will be made and those selected will be invited to an interview in order to select the best-qualified candidate.

Individuals wishing to have their applications returned in the event that they are not selected for the position must enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope.   The USAID Mission assumes no liability for the loss or mishandling of applications.  For additional information about the position and/or the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 510088 ext. 296 or 291.

NOTE:   APPLICATION FORM IS AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE UPON REQUEST AND ARE ALSO AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD FROM THE INTERNET.  FINAL SELECTION OF A CANDIDATE IS BASED SOLELY ON THE ADVERTISED QUALIFICATION IN A COMPETITIVE PROCESS.  INDIVIDUALS WHO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. 
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FINAL FILING DATE:         COB OPEN UNTIL FILLED