Medical Doctor for MDM Lembata, NTT

Médecins du Monde (MDM) is an international medical Non- Governmental
Organisation (NGO) working in health care for the population in need.
Médecins du Monde supports vulnerable population worldwide to reach an
improved health status and its right to health. MDM works on basis of
impartiality and neutrality.

In Lembata district, NTT, MDM is supporting health workers and
communities fighting against malaria. We are focussing on Primary
Health Care, including health care providing, improvement of
diagnosis, and intervention for the disease transmission, and we are
opening a position for:

Medical Doctor (M/F)
Location: Lembata Island (Kab.Lembata) .

Medical doctor will work as part of the medical team, in mobile clinic
activities in the villages of Lembata. Besides giving health care, the
visit to the villages also meant to support and to increase the
capacity of the health workers the periphery health structures (Pustu
and Polindes), in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, especially
malaria. Medical doctor will work under the supervision and
coordination of the Project Medical Coordinator.

Main Responsibilities:
• Provide medical consultation during mobile clinics in the villages
in Lembata.
• Identify and organise referral in case of emergencies, for the
patients and MdM staff, in coordination with the Project Medical
Coordinator.
• Involving the health staff of Pustu and Polindes during the medical
activity in the villages, to increase their medical knowledge and skill.
• Conduct training on malaria diagnosis, in clinical and Rapid
Diagnostic Test use, and treatment according to the national protocol,
for the health staff in Lembata.
• Support the bed net distribution as the prevention against malaria.
• Participate in health trainings
• Conduct malariometry surveys with the medical team as the
measurement of the intervention.
• Participate in the discussion and meetings with the health staff of
Lembata, District Health officers, and other authorities, in
coordination with the project medical coordinator.
• Collect epidemiological data and continuous medical assessment of
activities

Profile:
• Medical degree with clinical experience.
• Experience in malaria is an asset.
• Public health experience is an asset.
• Experience in community health and/or in health education
• Experience in provision of primary health care
• Experience in epidemiological data collection and reporting
• Fluent in Bahasa Indonesia and English, both oral and written
• Proficiency with word and excel
• Flexible and adaptable with the local condition of Lembata island,
with basic living conditions and with a multi-ethnical team

Interested candidates can apply by sending their letter of interest
and CV to:
Médecins du Monde jakarta.
Email: mdmjakarta1@ yahoo.fr
Applications should be received not later than 31st of May 2008. Only
short listed candidates will be notified.

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Environmental Health Field Techncian Aceh Besar (Code: EHFTAB)

The Canadian Red Cross (CRC) is implementing a major community-based reconstruction and rehabilitation program with the primary focus on shelter construction project in Aceh Besar, Lamno, Calang and Nias for beneficiaries affected by Tsunami of December 26, 2004 and earthquake of March 28, 2005. We are also implementing Livelihood, Environmental Health and Disaster Preparedness Management programs to help families and communities to improve their live quality. We are looking for qualified and committed candidates to fill the following position on a fixed term contract basis.
Job Purpose

· Assist in planning the design of water and sanitation infrastructures.

· Conduct field assessments and identify priority problems in water and sanitation.

· Assist in EH technical assessments and help in the preparation of project plans and BoQ.

· Work in accordance with the drawings and specification provided by the field/project engineer.

· Coordinate with the local authorities and communities for guaranteeing a good community participation and a smooth implementation of the work.

· Supervise construction, repairs/maintenance of water and sanitation infrastructures in TSS, communities and public facilities.

· Assist with hiring of local site supervisors and sourcing of local labour.

· Assist in preparation work plans, schedules and reports.

· Ensure that construction occurs in a timely manner.

· Ensure that all construction material is used appropriately and in accordance with approved plans.

· Supervise construction staff to ensure that all relevant standards are met.

· Assist in the payments to local site supervisors and laborers.

· Work with contractors to ensure the work done is in accordance with accepted engineering practices and complies with design and local regulations.

· Provide timely reports and up-to-date information on all developments in the field.

· Work in accordance with the Red Cross/Red Crescent principles.

Minimum required knowledge & experience

· Excellent communication skills: Bahasa Indonesia and Bahasa Aceh. Basic knowledge of English is an asset.

· Experience in construction of water and sanitation infrastructure including development of spring catchment systems, wells (shallow wells and boreholes), latrines, septic systems, drainage, installation and operation of pumps, installation of pipes, valves & fittings.

· Experience supervising contractors and daily workers.

· Analytical skills with the ability to learn quickly.

· Preferred >5 years work experience.Knowledg e of Microsoft Excel and Word is an asset.

Please Notice: Applications should be sent to recruitment. id@redcross. ca quoting the Ref code as the subject of the e-mail and indicating the Job title on the covering letter and the attachment should not exceed 200 Kb. Only candidate meeting the Essential Qualifications will be considered. Applications must be received by Friday, June 06, 2008.

Canadian Red Cross gives an equal-opportunity employment regardless of race, gender, religion, or political affiliations.

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Programme Specialist (Education) - UNESCO

United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization

UNESCO contributes to peace and human development in an era of globalization by furthering international cooperation through its programmes in education, sciences, culture and communication. With its 193 Member States and 6 Associate Members, UNESCO has its Headquarters in Paris (France) and operates globally through a network of offices and several institutes.

Post title : Programme Specialist (Education)
Organisational unit : UNESCO International Centre for Technical and Vocational Education and Training

Duty station : Bonn, Germany
Grade : P-3
Post number : EU/RP/GER/ED/ 0014
Closing date : 16 June 2008

Main responsibilities

Under the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General for Education, the direct supervision of the Director of the UNESCO-UNEVOC International Centre in Bonn, Germany, and working with technical and vocational education and training (TVET) specialists in other parts of UNESCO, the incumbent shall serve as a UNESCO programme specialist in technical and vocational education and training within the UNESCO-UNEVOC International Centre. In particular, he/she will:

- Assist UNESCO Member States in strengthening and upgrading their systems of TVET with particular reference to sharing best and innovative practices, and implementing the UNESCO/ILO Revised Recommendations on TVET.

- Conceptualise, design, implement and monitor programme activities in TVET with particular reference to the contribution of TVET to EFA, the United Nations DESD and to strengthening and upgrading the worldwide UNEVOC Network.

- Co-ordinate and undertake TVET related activities in partnership with colleagues in the Centre, UNESCO Headquarters, Field Offices, UNESCO Institutes/Centres, Member States, TVET partner agencies and members of the corporate sector.

- Coordinate and monitor the UNEVOC Mobile Training Team and Small Grants programmes on TVET.

- Be focal point for matters related to HIV/AIDS, and youth, with regard to TVET.

- Assist the Centre, UNESCO Member States, and partnership agencies identifying and developing project proposals in TVET for extra-budgetary funding.

Profile

- Advanced University degree in education, preferably at the doctoral level and related to technical and vocational education and training, or a related field.

- At least 4 to 7 years of relevant professional experience, of which preferably 2 years acquired at international level, in the field of education, preferably related to TVET. Working experience in developing countries would be an asset.

- Proven experience in planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes/projects related to TVET, with particular reference to a Results Based Management (RBM) approach.

- Experience in fund-raising, including project formulation and development. Ability to build partnerships.
- Ability to work independently and to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and with people of different nationality and cultural backgrounds.
- Excellent IT skills including website development.
- Excellent knowledge of English (both written and spoken). Knowledge of French and German would be an asset.

Conditions of employment

UNESCO’s salaries are calculated in US dollars but mainly paid in local currency. They consist of a basic salary and a post adjustment which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station and exchange rates. For this post, the annual remuneration in local currency will start from around US$ 97,580 (US$ 91,085 if without dependants), exempt from income tax. In addition, UNESCO offers an attractive benefits package including 30 days annual vacation, home travel, education grant for dependent children, pension plan and medical insurance. The initial appointment, which is for two years, includes a probationary period of 12 months, and is renewable, subject to satisfactory service. Worldwide mobility is required as staff members have to serve in other duty stations according to UNESCO’s job rotation policy. UNESCO is a non-smoking organization.

How to apply

When applying for UNESCO vacancies, please only use the on-line recruitment system at www.unesco.org/ employment. Candidates without access to Internet may send a paper application by completing the official UNESCO CV form (available at Headquarters, UNESCO Offices, National
Commissions in Member States, or any office of a United Nations Resident Representative) in English or
French to Chief, HRM/RCR, UNESCO, 7 place de Fontenoy, 75352 Paris 07 SP, France, before the closing date, quoting the post number: EU/RP/GER/ED/ 0014.

UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. If you have any questions concerning persons or companies claiming to be recruiting on behalf of UNESCO and requesting the payment of a fee, please contact: Recrutweb@unesco. org.

Women as well as nationals from non- or under-represented Member States are encouraged to apply

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Programme Officer - Papua

Oxfam GB is an international NGO working in over 70 countries to address poverty and suffering through supporting development, humanitarian and advocacy interventions. In Indonesia, we currently work to improve the livelihoods of the poor, build participation in governance and save lives by delivering humanitarian assistance. All of our work promotes gender equality.
Oxfam GB in Indonesia is seeking experienced and highly motivated individual to fill the following national position in Papua Area Office based in Nabire.

Programme Officer - Papua (code : PO - Papua)
Role and Responsibilities
As a Programme Officer, you will be responsible to support the development of a Coffee Marketing cooperative/ small community development enterprise in areas where Oxfam works - ensuring that the project is successful.

Based and Service Periods
This post is a fixed term contract (10 months) from June 2008 till 30th April 2009 based in Nabire.

Key Competencies
You will need education to a degree level in relevant field; and/or experience (min. of 3 years) on livelihoods issues, working with other non-government organisations, government institutions, and other organizations. Experience in setting up business entity would be useful. You will need to have strong analytical skill, and have a good understanding on management issue related to programming such as planning, budgeting, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting. You will need to be a very good team player, self-organized, and be able to manage conflicting priorities.


Deadline for applications: 31 May 2008

Oxfam offers ongoing career learning and development opportunities. Interested applicants please send a cover letter in English, curriculum vitae and references to:

Email: jakarta@oxfam. org.uk

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted

Oxfam GB is striving to be an equal opportunities employer and women is highly encouraged to apply

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Trainer Needed for SurfAid International

SurfAid International is a non-profit organization dedicated to the alleviation of human suffering through community-based health programs and Emergency preparedness program. We perform our work in isolated regions connected to us through surfing.

The successful candidate will possess the following attributes:
Duty and Responsibility Duty and Responsibility
Preparing training for all SAI staff especially SCF-CF-Community such as;
o Identify training need analysis according to program need
o Develop training outline, framework and module for staff and community
o Identify Key Indicators for measuring the impact of training in community
o Identify Key Indicators for measuring the output of each training in improve capacity building for all staff for their Port Folio
o Conducting training for staff and community by using participatory adult learning approach
o Find training consultant according to training needs
2. Providing input and strategies for implementing training output in order to achieve the objective of program 3. Providing report of Training o Preparing analysis of regular training plan for community and follow up to program managers
o Writing staffs performance report during training which contains knowledge, facilitation skills, attitude and aptitude and follow up to program managers and HR manager


Experience Requirement
Having field experience in implementing PD-Hearth Program
Having field experience in revitalization of Posyandu
Having experience in the role of trainer
Having experience in individual coaching and mentoring
Having experience in community development and behaviour change management or transformation process with high desire to succeed in empowering people
Having experience with participatory adult learning

Special knowledge, skill and attitudes requirement
Adult education principles
Community mobilization
Community Empowerment Concept
Participatory assessment skills such PLA, PRA, MC, etc
Supervisory skill
Motivating skill
Strong initiative, analytical thinking, working under pressure, result oriented regarding create behavior change
Assertive person
Ready to work in multicultural environment.
Willing to travel in the fields.
A high desire to succeed in empowering communities
A joy in building others peoples success
Fluency in written and spoken English. 14. Should have computer skill especially on Ms. Excel, Ms. Word and Ms. Power point. 15. Preferably trained in health related data system
Desirable Requirement
Knowledge and experience of the Indonesian region and health systems
Knowledge and experience of the Mentawai and Nias culture, history, health habit and belief
Knowledge and experience in developing training module based on value and spiritual concept
Knowledge and experience in participatory multi-media development, (posters, graphics, drama, video etc)
Education Qualification Requirement University graduate in health community, social sciences, community development – people management, psychology or any education background with relevant working experience in at least one of those fields
Male prefers in this position.
Send your Application letter and your recent CV to Human Resources Manager
surfaidjobs@ gmail.com , with subject email CODE: “TRAINER”
PLEASE, ONLY FOR PEOPLE WHO MEET REQUIREMENT ENCOURAGED TO APPLY (Email without Code will become second priority)
DEAD LINE : 28 May 2008

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Vacancy Announcement: BASICS Country Coordinator

BASICS (Basic Support for Institutionalizing Child Survival)

Strengthening of Diarrheal Disease Case Management through the Introduction of Zinc
Location: Indonesia (Jakarta)
Job Description

The BASICS Project (Basic Support for Institutionalizing Child
Survival) is a technical assistance partner for newborn and child
health to the USAID Bureau for Global Health with the mandate to
develop and implement strategies that reduce preventable infant and
childhood deaths in countries throughout the world. In Indonesia
BASICS will contribute to national efforts by the Ministry of Health
(MOH) and partners to significantly reduce infant and young child
mortality and morbidity from diarrhea through the introduction of
zinc and enhanced diarrhea case management in both the public and
private health sectors. To support this initiative, BASICS is
recruiting a country coordinator to provide programmatic oversight
and technical guidance for the implementation of it's in country
activities to be carried out in close collaboration with the MOH, the
Zinc Task Force, and our key implementing partners, the Health
Services Program (HSP), the POUZN project, and PATH.

This is a full-time position based in Jakarta reporting to the BASICS
Team Leader for Indonesia located in the US.

Current period of performance is May 2008 September 2008. Pending
the availability of funding this position could be extended.

Responsibilities:
- Oversee the implementation of the BASICS' work plan for improved
case management of diarrhea and the introduction of zinc in Indonesia
- Maintain an updated desk review of existing policies, guidelines,
papers, qualitative assessments and epidemiologic data on diarrheal
disease and children in Indonesia
- Actively participate in national level stakeholder discussions
regarding diarrhea, ORT use and zinc
- Work with the MOH to coordinate the creation of information packets
and creative materials for the promotion of zinc and improved case
management of diarrhea for use by the private and public sectors.
- With the MOH develop a plan to carry out a series of zinc
orientation and advocacy meetings with health professionals in two
pilot districts located near Jakarta.
- Oversee the development of orientation modules and materials to
streamline and guide content for the zinc orientation and advocacy
activities
- Prepare facilitators for the zinc orientation activities and ensure
the smooth implementation of all BASICS supported events, trainings
and seminars.
- Work with the MOH to develop a plan for onsite mentoring and
coaching to the zinc pilot districts
- Contribute to the design and application of a monitoring and
evaluation plan to track project progress.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly reports for the BASICS home office
- Maintain regular communication through weekly phone calls and email
with the BASICS Team Leader and Program Officer for Indonesia

Qualifications:
- Advanced degree in communications, journalism, public health, or
medical sciences (i.e. nursing, pediatrics, etc.) required, or an
equivalent combination of education and experience
- At least seven (7) years of work experience in public health,
health promotion and training
- Demonstrated ability to organize, coordinate and facilitate large
events and trainings
- Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision and as part of
a team
- Ability to travel frequently to districts and communities outside
Jakarta
- Demonstrated understanding of USAID programs and operations
- Proficiency in Bahasa Indonesia and English required; excellent
written and verbal communication skills preferably in both
- Experience working with the commercial or private sector a plus

Qualified applicants are invited to send a CV via email
with "Indonesia Country Coordinator" in the subject heading to:
careers@basics. org

Closing date: 26 May 2008

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National Education Quality Standards Adviser

The Australia Indonesia Basic Education Program (AIBEP) is a joint initiative of the Australian and Indonesian Governments. Its key areas of focus are Expanded Equitable Access to Basic Education, Improved Quality and Internal Efficiency and Strengthened Governance Mechanisms. We are seeking expression of interests from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to be based in Jakarta for the positions of :
National Education Quality Standards Adviser

*Qualifications/ Experience: *

Relevant postgraduate qualifications in education with extensive senior
expertise and experience in education planning and management and
implementing quality education standards for teachers, head teachers and
school systems, at both primary and secondary levels in Indonesia. English
language speaking and writing skills are essential criteria for this
position.

*Responsibilities, including expected outputs from the assignment:*

Reporting to the Leader Adviser BEP, the BSNP Chair and the Senior Quality
Assurance Systems Adviser, the National Education Quality Standards Adviser
will provide support and assistance to the BEP work program to provide
assistance
and capacity building to enable the BSNP to:

· Strengthen its organizational and management capacity to complete
the development of the eight regulatory standards and to develop systems for
carrying out its future role for monitoring and analyzing these.

· Initiate systems to ensure growing public confidence in the BSNP
as an independent body, its national standards, and its role in quality
improvement of education.

· Collect, process, and report on data, and to evaluate and monitor
the progress of the improvement in education quality.

· Evaluate and monitor progress on the preparation and
implementation of the initial regulations and strategic plan for formulating
and implementing BSNP standards.

· Develop high quality strategic reporting systems and
recommendations.

· Clarify and strengthen the links between the BSNP and its
counterpart stakeholders.

· Review the implications of the introduction of the BSNP standards
for Islamic Education systems.

· Contribute to seminars, workshops, field trips, capacity building,
training, activity planning, and other activities as may be requested by the
BEP Team Leader.

· Undertake and complete such other tasks and reports as may be
required by the BEP Lead Adviser, the Senior Quality Assurance Systems
Adviser and the BSNP Chair.

Detail Terms of Reference (ToR) can be obtained from our website *
www.mcpm-aibep. or.id.* To apply to these positions applicants should email a
current CV to* hr.dept@mcpm- aibep.or. id* specifically note which area(s) of
expertise they are interested in on email subject. *Only short listed
candidates will be contacted*.

Kindly refer your application to the email address as mentioned above. Any
reply to my address shall not be processed.

Kind regards,
Merry

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Resident Advisor (RA) and Finance & Operations Officer (F&O Officer

JSI, a Boston-based organization, is seeking a Resident Advisor (RA) & Finance & Operations Officer (F&O Officer) for the USAID | DELIVER PROJECT and its in-country operations in Jakarta, Indonesia. This is a one-year position which is based in Jakarta , Indonesia
FINANCE & OPERATIONS OFFICER (only Indonesian are encouraged to apply)
Responsibilities:
Finance
* Ensure that all USAID financial regulations are implemented properly
* Close accounts on monthly basis and ensure submitted to HQ
* Review and approve monthly financial reports
* Develop cash flow projection for field office needs
* Prepare Bank Reconciliation
Administration
* Manages and coordinates logistics needs for programmatic activities and office needs
* Supports office operations reg arding inventory, human resources, contracting.
* Payment of bills and monthly payroll
Qualifications:
* University degree in related field
* Minimum of five years experience in a similar position
* Excellent command of English

RESIDENT ADVISOR (expatriates are also encouraged to apply)
Responsibilities:
The RA will coordinate and implement the AI Emergency Preparedness Program activities in support of USAID¢s Avian Influenza objectives in Indonesia . Each of this activity will include supporting the procurement and distribution of USAID-supplied AI containment commodities, as well as the management and coordination of the project¢s inputs into the operational research study and vaccination campaigns. This will require close collaboration with USAID and other AI stakeholders in Indonesia , including the MOA, FAO, and ILRI. Specific tasks will be as follows.
I. Operational Research - Vaccination Campaigns
· Provide leadership in activities related to commodity procurement and distribution and coordinate activities with the key program stakeholders (MOA, FAO, ILRI) and USAID
· Assist with information collection, and monitoring and evaluation requirements, especially as they relate to commodities and commodity management
· Coordinate the procurement and timely delivery of vaccines, cold chain equipment, vaccination equipment and supplies, and any other commodities as directed by USAID
· Help implement a quality assurance strategy for vaccines
II. Avian Influenza Containment Commodity Provision
* Work with local partners to estimate future AI commodity requirements and coordinate replenishment requests with USAID, the MOA, and the FAO
* Assist in monitoring and reporting on the quantities of USAID-supplied AI commodities distributed from the national level and currently available at the national level
* Assist USAID partner organizations with in-country management of AI commodities as required
III. Management
· Coordinate short term logistics technical assistance requests and support their work in Indonesia
· Request and coordinate Washington-based logistics technical support as needed
· Develop work plans and budgets
· Monitor and report on work plan progress to HQ and USAID/Indonesia
Qualifications
- Post graduate or graduate degree in management, pharmacy, public health, procurement, logistics, supply chain management or equivalent education or equivalent work experience.
- At least 10 years experience in implementing public health programs in less-developed countries with 5 or more years as a team leader, manager, or project director
- At least 3 years experience in vaccine management, drug management, or health commodity supply chain management.
- Bahasa Indonesia language skills desirable

All candidates interested in this position please send in your applications by email only to hr@jsi.or.id. Closing date: May 18, 2008.

Only shortlisted candidate will be contacted.

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Operations Manager

VSO is an international non-governmental organisation that works through volunteer professionals to fight global poverty and disadvantage. We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager, based in Denpasar, Bali.
Requirements:
· Minimum 5 years experience in staff management and HR
· Minimum 5 years experience in designing, implementing and evaluating office procedures and policies
· Minimum of 3 years experience in working in an international environment
· Strong and dynamic leadership skills
· Experience in working with government departments
· Excellent written and spoken English and Indonesian

PLEASE NOTE: CVs will not be considered. All applicants are required to complete a VSO standard application form. You can request this form by sending a blank email with subject quoting the reference “Operations Manager�, to Lucy.Gunawan@ vsoint.org Candidates without access to email may phone 0361-255-970.

Deadline for returning application forms: 25 May 08. Phone interview: 5 June 08. Selection day: 12 June 08.
To keep costs down, only short-listed candidates will be notified.

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