Project Management Specialist (Key Populations), FSN-11
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E-mail DATE: FEBRUARY 06, 2013
FROM: HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICE, USAID ETHIOPIA
SUBJECT: JOB/VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO. 04/13
TO: ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS
TITLE OF POSITION: PROJECT MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST (KEY POPULATIONS)
LOCATION OF WORK: U.S. EMBASSY, ENTOTO ROAD
HOURS: FULL TIME 40 HOURS PER WEEK
FINAL FILING DATE: FEBRUARY 20, 2013
SALARY: FSN-11 (USD 13,287 to USD 23,919 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 (USD 10,839 to USD 19,515).
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: As the AID Project Management Specialist (Key Populations), the incumbent will provide technical management and coordination services in support of USAID/Ethiopia’s PEPFAR program. In addition to the management and coordination of activities, the AID Project Management Specialist (Key Populations) will assume technical lead on combination prevention services that include: behavior change communication (BCC), biomedical and structural prevention activities targeted within high risk groups. Key activities for the AID Project Management Specialist (Key Populations) include: 1) staying current on research and data relevant for programming and how to apply data as needed, 2) supervising implementing partners to improve access to STI treatment, counseling, antiretroviral treatment (AR), HIV testing and counseling (HTC), condoms and other structural services for Key Populations to a standard that meets minimum requirements, 3) focusing attention on more urban, high prevalence areas, including transport corridors and encourage the participation of more key groups, and 4) applying PEPFAR prevention guidance in partnership with Government of Ethiopia (GoE) to meet goals for 50 percent reduction in HIV incidence. The Specialist will also be expected to participate in the national and PEPFAR technical working groups and work closely with HIV/AIDS Specialists at other USG agencies whose foci include military, refugee and police populations.
The AID Project Management Specialist (Key Populations) will be delegated all authorities and responsibilities commensurate with an Agreement Officer Representative (AOR) for programs involving HIV/AID prevention, with a concentration on Key Populations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: In order to qualify, the applicant must possess the following:
EDUCATION: A Master’s degree in public health or related social science discipline required.
EXPERIENCE: Five years of progressively responsible experience working in HIV/AIDS with highly vulnerable populations required. Minimum of two years’ experience working on HIV-related activities in partnership with the private sector is strongly preferred. Experience working with the Ethiopian government, U.S. Government agencies or U.S. Government implementing partners required. Experience with activities funded by the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) is required.
LANGUAGE: Level IV (Fluent) spoken and written English and Amharic is required, and fluency in one other Ethiopian language preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: The candidate must be familiar with HIV combination prevention, especially programs targeting Key Populations and behavior change and communication interventions in addition to having knowledge of HIV/AIDS services in Ethiopian context. Excellent computer skills are required for effectively operating in this position. Example of software includes MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, 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 analyse information, evaluate data, and prepare reports and related documents in English.
APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS: All applicants must submit a completed form [Universal Application for Employment (DS-174)] to USAID Ethiopia, Human Resources Office P. O. Box 1014, Addis Ababa, 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 in 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 011 130 6002 ext. 6031, 6035 or 6043.
NOTE: APPLICATION FORM IS AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE UPON REQUEST AND ARE ALSO AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD FROM THE INTERNET http://ethiopia.usembassy.gov/job_opportunities.html. 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.
FINAL FILING DATE: COB FEBRUARY 20, 2013
