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via DevelopmentAid posted_at: 1 month agoschedule_type: Contractor
Company Description Education Development Center (EDC) is a global nonprofit that advances lasting solutions to improve education, promote health, and expand economic opportunity. Since 1958, we have been a leader in designing, implementing, and evaluating powerful and innovative programs in more than 80 countries around the world... EDC promotes equity and access to high quality education and health services and products that contribute to thriving Company Description

Education Development Center (EDC) is a global nonprofit that advances lasting solutions to improve education, promote health, and expand economic opportunity. Since 1958, we have been a leader in designing, implementing, and evaluating powerful and innovative programs in more than 80 countries around the world...

EDC promotes equity and access to high quality education and health services and products that contribute to thriving communities where people from diverse backgrounds learn, live, and work together. We support an inclusive workplace culture that embraces many perspectives and broadens our understanding of the communities we serve, enhancing and enriching our work.

Job Description

The Chief of Party (COP) is responsible for overall and day-to-day management of award activities, involving multiple tasks across multiple locations. Demonstrates high-level strategic vision for advancing desired outcomes outlined in the Program Description, excellent management skills and leadership of complex projects. Provides effective technical and project management guidance and coordination to the overall project team and is responsible for the quality of all work products. Organizes, directs, and coordinates the planning and production of all award support activities, effectively leveraging partners’ expertise. Responsible for staffing, project planning, project financials, and staff direction and oversight. Maintains and manages the relationship with USAID.

Qualifications

The candidate for the position of Chief of Party shall have at a minimum the following qualifications:

Education:
• Master's degree in financial or operational management, education, development, or a related field required.

Skills and Experience:
• Minimum of 10 years experience working in fund management, organizational management education, and/or international development;
• Minimum of three years experience in directing or managing a fund or other large international development programs in education or other relevant fields.
• Minimum of 5 years experience demonstrating strong leadership skills and experience in managing large teams across multiple partner organizations, as well as working in politically sensitive contexts.
• The Chief of Party must demonstrate skills in problem solving, consensus building, and coordination of diverse interests and institutions.

Language:

Must be professionally proficient and fluent in written and spoken English. Spanish is highly preferred.

Additional Information

Due to the volume of applications submitted, only finalists will be notified. No phone calls, please.

EDC is committed to enhancing the diversity of its workforce and ensuring an equitable and highly inclusive work environment. EDC is a smoke-free workplace, and offers a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits. Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply
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via Development Aid posted_at: 25 days agoschedule_type: Contractor
Overview Job Location: Washington, DC... Telework Eligible: Yes, at least 3 days per week in-person reporting at Washington, DC office. Remote Eligible: No. Summary Statement The Global Health Training, Advisory and Support Contract (GHTASC) delivers effective global health programming to advance the mission of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), Bureau for Global Health (GH) through institutional support and workforce development Overview

Job Location: Washington, DC...

Telework Eligible: Yes, at least 3 days per week in-person reporting at Washington, DC office.

Remote Eligible: No.

Summary Statement

The Global Health Training, Advisory and Support Contract (GHTASC) delivers effective global health programming to advance the mission of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), Bureau for Global Health (GH) through institutional support and workforce development services from junior, mid-level, senior and expert advisory, and administrative professionals.

Credence and its partner, the Public Health Institute (PHI), are both employers for GHTASC, and are seeking a Knowledge Management Advisor under GHTASC. This position will be hired under Public Health Institute (PHI).

Position Summary

The Office of Population and Reproductive Health (PRH) within the Bureau for Global Health’s (GH) advances and supports family planning and reproductive health (FP/RH) programs worldwide. The Office provides global coordination and leadership for improved policy, advocacy, and health outcomes; generates, organizes, and disseminates knowledge in response to global and country needs; and partners with USAID field missions to accelerate progress towards achieving FP/RH development objectives. PRH is committed to advancing and supporting a more inclusive, diverse, equitable, accessible, anti-racist and learning community and to integrating these values into Office operations, functions and programming. PRH believes having diverse workforce benefits and enriches the development of all staff and the Office’s work.

The Policy, Evaluation and Communication (PEC) Division within PRH creates the enabling environment for FP/RH. The PEC division works with partners within USAID and externally in order to promote effective family planning advocacy, policy, financing, and governance (policy); collect, analyze, and evaluate data for evidence-based decision making (evaluation); develop and implement communication and knowledge management efforts to influence attitudes, norms, and behaviors and generate, curate, organize, share, and use knowledge to create value or support decision-making in context (communication). PEC provides technical leadership, strategic direction, and implementation oversight, support to field missions, partner coordination, and performance tracking for family planning. PEC also provides technical input for evaluation efforts across the population, health, and nutrition sector.

The Knowledge Management (KM) Advisor serves in the PEC Division within the Office of PRH in the USAID Bureau for Global Health. USAID defines KM as “the process of generating, curating, organizing, sharing, and using knowledge to create value or support decision-making in context.” The KM Advisor will contribute to the Global Health Bureau’s family planning and reproductive health (FP/RH) program by providing technical support to the design, implementation, management, monitoring, and evaluation of KM activities within the Office and throughout USAID-funded FP/RH programs. They will build understanding of and capacity for KM among USAID staff within the Office and among USAID Missions and advise on its effective implementation throughout USAID FP/RH programming. The Advisor will receive overall programmatic guidance from the PEC Deputy Division Chief, as well as project, division, and office management teams.

Salary Range

Full pay range for this position is $94,900 to $147,940 per year, with the starting wage determined based on candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, as well as budget availability.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed below
• Provide KM technical assistance to PRH projects, including for the development of KM plans, audience analyses, and dissemination plans and for the implementation and improvement of KM practices that promote knowledge adaptation and use in FP/RH and related programming.
• Provide technical assistance for the incorporation of fundamental KM practices and concepts into new FP/RH award designs, both at the Washington and Mission levels.
• Develop, implement, and monitor a PRH action plan for increasing Mission understanding and appreciation of the importance of KM and for building Mission staff capacity to implement effective KM internally and within Mission-funded bilateral projects and central award buy-ins.
• Proactively engage with PRH and implementing partner staff to build capacity for KM and promote the importance of effective KM both in PRH activities and in PRH-funded projects.
• Advise on and implement effective KM practices within the PRH office and with Missions, in line with the new USAID Knowledge Management and Organizational Learning (KMOL) Policy and KM action plans developed for implementation by the GH Bureau.
• Identify opportunities to incorporate PRH cross-cutting priorities of gender; youth; and population, health, environment, and development (PHED) into FP/RHKM activities and ensure that KM activities are conducted to address and support diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
• Support USAID’s Localization agenda by strategically identifying ways that USAID can support the localization of KM efforts, ensure adaptation and use of local knowledge by PRH-funded initiatives, and raise the profile of local leaders and implementers of KM activities.
• Facilitate FP/RH knowledge capture, sharing, and exchange within the PRH office, between PRH and Missions, and among Missions, and identify and facilitate opportunities for reflection and adaptation.
• Contribute meaningfully to working groups and communities of practice focused on KM at the Agency, GH Bureau, and PRH levels.
• Provide KM support and technical assistance to the High-Impact Practices (HIPs) in Family Planning partnership, participating on HIPs management teams, and focusing on increasing HIPs adaptation and use.
• Support addressing the knowledge needs of the PRH office, including researching, synthesizing, packaging, and disseminating key information and learning.
• Support the ongoing management of knowledge and learning developed by PRH programming, including lessons learned, best practices, challenges, how-to information, and information on reach and impact.
• Serve on a USAID Global Health Bureau country team.
• Travel up to 15% of the time internationally.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Requirements and Qualifications

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Master’s degree and 6 years’ experience, Bachelor’s degree and 8 years’ experience, Associate’s degree and 10 years of relevant experience, or High School graduate and 12 years of relevant experience
• US Citizenship or US Permanent Residency with the ability to obtain and maintain a Facility Access clearance is required. For Permanent Residents, this means having resided in the US for at least 3 of the past 5 years.

Other Qualifications:
• Experience in knowledge management, public health, international development, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience with and understanding of KM, as defined above.
• Demonstrated experience in designing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating a variety of KM strategies and activities and understanding of KM best practices in different contexts.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing KM within and across low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).
• Understanding of the fundamentals of global health and FP/RH programming in LMICs.
• Demonstrated ability to engage, communicate, and build relationships across different countries and cultures.
• Understanding and experience in employing equity considerations, including for gender, youth, and localization, into KM strategies and activities.
• Demonstrated experience in building capacity for KM among a wide variety of stakeholders.
• Strong program management skills, especially related to work plans, results reporting, etc.
• Excellent verbal and writing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• French, Portuguese, or Spanish language skills are desirable.
• Familiarity with USAID assistance programs preferred.
• Ability to travel internationally.

Competencies/Performance Criterion
• Innovation: Takes initiative to propose new ideas/approaches and demonstrates ability to find new and better ways to accomplish work
• Client Service: Communicates with clients, handling any issues politely and efficiently; understands and is available to clients; maintains pleasant and professional image.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of work responsibilities and holds high standards. Keeps commitments and takes appropriate actions to ensure obligations are met. Pursues efficiency and effectiveness and adheres to organization policies and procedures.
• Interpersonal Skills: Works in cooperation with others and communicates effectively with co-workers, supervisors, subordinates, clients, and other outside contacts.
• Continual Learning: Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses; pursues professional development that is aligned with organizational role, contribution, and goals; proactively shares knowledge with others to foster learning across the organization.

Prior to submitting your application your resume must include relevant paid and non-paid experience showing dates held with month, year and hours worked per week for each position. Please ensure that all relevant experience and education is documented on your resume. There is no limitation to resume length; updates to resumes will not be accepted during the interview and selection process
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via Glassdoor posted_at: 9 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 24.75–26.25 an hour
`Therapist QMHP Child Adolescent- Bilingual ($1000 Sign on Bonus!) Skip a step and apply by placing the link below in to your browser... https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=101107&clientkey=54C3AFFBC2EAE6FFB4D91586E4BDBBB6 Since 1961, The Association for Individual Development (AID) has served individuals with developmental, intellectual, physical and/or mental health challenges, those who have suffered a trauma, `Therapist QMHP Child Adolescent- Bilingual ($1000 Sign on Bonus!)

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Since 1961, The Association for Individual Development (AID) has served individuals with developmental, intellectual, physical and/or mental health challenges, those who have suffered a trauma, and those at risk. As a non-profit organization, our mission is to empower people with physical, developmental, intellectual, and mental health challenges to enjoy lives of dignity and purpose. We are looking for a Therapist QMHP Child & Adolescent for Kendall County who exemplifies that mission, and who wants to make a difference in the lives of their patients. Are you the right fit?

What will you be doing?
• Responsible for the provision of counseling and case management services to a caseload of 25 to 50 primarily child or adolescent clients who are diagnosed with mental illness
• Expected to work with a team of behavioral health service providers within the agency.

What will you bring to the table?

· Master’s degree in a human services field (preferred)

· LPC, LCPC, LSW, or LCSW preferred

· Bilingual- Spanish required

· Some clinical experience with children/adolescents required

What will we bring to the table?

· Free Supervision for licensure (1 hour per week, a $2600 value)

· Tuition reimbursement

· Health, dental, and vision insurance

· Employer-paid life insurance plan

· Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability plan

· Holiday pay

· Paid time off

· Retirement plan

· Employer-paid critical illness plan

What are the other requirements?
• At least one evening is required
• The use of personal automobile
• Drives self and clients in personal or agency vehicle
• Valid driver’s license
• Minimum amount of automobile liability insurance, as defined in the Association’s Personnel Policies
• Complete and maintain all necessary training (CPR, First Aid, CPI, etc.)
• Maintain IM+CANS certification

If we seem like a good fit, consider joining our growing team of compassionate, hardworking, and caring individuals, and start your path toward a fulfilling career that you can be proud of.

AID cares…it’s all about the Caring!

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Empowering Individuals for a better tomorrow since 1961

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.75 - $26.25 per hour

Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:
• 8 hour shift

Work setting:
• In-person

Work Location: In person
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via Development Aid posted_at: 4 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
The Senior Grant Specialist is responsible for the day to day management of a portfolio of assistance activities primarily supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), ensuring that those activities uphold CRDF Global policy and best practices in all aspects of grant implementation. The Grant Specialist is required to have an enhanced knowledge and training on the principles, concepts... and methodology of grant implementation and demonstrated The Senior Grant Specialist is responsible for the day to day management of a portfolio of assistance activities primarily supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), ensuring that those activities uphold CRDF Global policy and best practices in all aspects of grant implementation. The Grant Specialist is required to have an enhanced knowledge and training on the principles, concepts... and methodology of grant implementation and demonstrated skill in applying this knowledge to many different and unrelated project activities.

While standard operating procedures are available, the Grant Specialist applies a range of policies, procedures and best practices to develop implementation plans, evaluate compliance and resolve recurring issues. The position requires initiative and resourcefulness in occasionally deviating from traditional methods, analyzing trends and patterns to propose new procedures, and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external customers.

Major Responsibilities:

Duties and responsibilities of the position should be listed in order of importance.
• Oversees a portfolio of assistance activities /grants with high and medium complexity: performs pre-award reviews, prepares implementation plans, issues and negotiates grant agreements, coordinates with internal and external stakeholders, ensures subgrantee compliance with policies and procedures and maintains agreement files.
• Provides comprehensive financial monitoring, including the review and approval of subgrantee payment requests and expense reconciliations.
• Recommends policy or procedural improvements that will improve the efficiency or effectiveness of award administration, including the creation of forms and report templates for internal use.
• Represents the team or department in internal events, teams or activities.
• Be the main representative of the grants team in dealing with the Donors.
• Provides high quality, timely support to internal and external clients.
• Supports Business Development team with proposal activities including participation in proposal design, proposal writing and pricing.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:
• * Bachelor’s Degree in Related Field
• 5+ years of experience in a related field; 2+ years of experience in federal assistance programs
• An understanding of USG grants compliance laws such as 2 CFR 200, 2 CFR 700
• Experience of having delivered grant programs funded by Donors such as USAID, NIH, State Dept, DTRA would be an advantage.
• 3+ years of experience in supervising staff is preferred.
• Working knowledge of FLUXX and/or Deltek/Costpoint Purchasing module is preferred.
• Project management skills, MS project experience is preferred.
• Field-specific training or certifications preferred
• Proven customer service experience and effective oral and written communication skills required. Candidate should be comfortable communicating with stakeholders face to face and through e-mail, video conference, or mobile phone where required.
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office Suite with emphasis on Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word. Candidate should be comfortable preparing financial reports and statistical analysis, creating presentations, and drafting award agreements and related documents.
• Strong critical thinking and analysis, planning and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and to adapt quickly to new challenges
• High level of organization and attention to detail
• U.S. work authorization

Salary & Benefits: The base pay range for this position is $65,760 to $83,000. The determination of salaries in this job classification depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, relevant candidate experience, job-related knowledge, qualifications and skills. In addition, we have a comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; 403(b) retirement savings plan; unlimited paid time off; education reimbursement; student loan paydown and an in-network deductible reimbursement.

CRDF Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). CRDF Global provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran, age, or disabled status.

At CRDF Global, we are committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) in all aspects of our operations. We recognize that fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates and embraces diverse perspectives is not only essential for our organizational success but also crucial for the advancement of security, global health, and development worldwide. We understand that by fostering diversity in a global manner, embracing inclusion, and prioritizing accessibility, our organization will become stronger and more innovative in identifying solutions to the world’s complex challenges
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via Development Aid posted_at: 25 days agoschedule_type: Contractor
Overview Job Location: Washington, DC... Telework Eligible: Yes, at least 3 days per week in-person reporting at Washington, DC office. Remote Eligible: No. Summary Statement The Global Health Training, Advisory and Support Contract (GHTASC) delivers effective global health programming to advance the mission of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), Bureau for Global Health (GH) through institutional support and workforce development Overview

Job Location: Washington, DC...

Telework Eligible: Yes, at least 3 days per week in-person reporting at Washington, DC office.

Remote Eligible: No.

Summary Statement

The Global Health Training, Advisory and Support Contract (GHTASC) delivers effective global health programming to advance the mission of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), Bureau for Global Health (GH) through institutional support and workforce development services from junior, mid-level, senior and expert advisory, and administrative professionals.

Credence and its partner, the Public Health Institute (PHI), are both employers for GHTASC, and are seeking a Communications Assistant under GHTASC. This position will be hired under Public Health Institute (PHI).

Position Summary

The Bureau for Global Health is the Agency’s focal point and primary source in providing worldwide leadership, donor coordination, and technical expertise for the global health sector including in child and maternal health and nutrition. The Office of Maternal and Child Health and Nutrition (GH/MCHN) sits within the Bureau for Global Health and serves as the Agency’s technical and policy lead on maternal and newborn health, child health, immunization, nutrition, and WASH with a focus on ending preventable child and maternal deaths.

As described in Preventing Child and Maternal Deaths: A Framework for Action in a Changing World, USAID's maternal and child survival programs focus on achieving a common vision: A world where all potential contributes to the development of their communities and countries. This strategic approach includes reaching the unreached, primary health care, human resources for health, local partnership, commitment and accountability, and data for decision making.

Further, the Office’s maternal and child nutrition programming is guided by the Global Malnutrition Prevention and Treatment Act (GMPTA) of 2021, which was signed into law on October 19, 2022. This legislation directs the USAID Administrator to: 1) advance targeted and evidenced-based interventions for the prevention and treatment of global malnutrition; and 2) improve coordination of such programs. GMPTA prioritizes targeting vulnerable populations, especially children under 5, and pregnant and lactating women.

The Communications Assistant will be an integral part of the MCHN Strategic Communications and External Engagement Team and will contribute to content creation and support the knowledge management of various communication assets. They will receive day-to-day guidance from the Senior Strategic Communications Advisor/Team Lead and the Communications Advisor.

Salary Range

Full pay range for this position is $23.13 to $41.38 per hour, with the starting wage determined based on candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, as well as budget availability.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed below

The Communications Assistant will be an integral member of the MCHN Communications Team and will help to shape the Office’s strategic communications approach, including through the regular development of clear, concise, and compelling remarks and written materials. Specifically, the Communications Assistant will be charged with the following:
• Assist with the development of communications materials, including fact sheets, web pages, and graphics, for an external audience describing USAID’s efforts to prevent child and maternal deaths.
• Draft Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram content for USAID's social media channels, including campaigns for key global health days that commemorate and raise awareness among the general public.
• Conduct comprehensive media monitoring activities to track and analyze relevant news coverage, social media trends, and industry developments for USAID's maternal and child survival programs.
• Develop and maintain editorial and content calendars on a weekly and monthly basis to support team collaboration and coordination.
• Curate and manage a repository of visual assets, including photos, illustrations, graphics, and icons.
• Facilitate internal knowledge management by maintaining a story bank, compiling leadership quotes, and organizing relevant communications resources to ensure easy accessibility and utilization across the team.
• Organize and manage folders containing USAID communications and branding resources for technical experts.
• Submit content pitches and strategically secure inclusion and visibility of program highlights in a variety of USAID newsletters.
• Format and edit high level documents and presentations for clarity, professionalism, and visual appeal.
• Help facilitate public outreach events, including symposiums, Congressional briefings, and other large-scale events.
• Develop and maintain communications and outreach standard operating procedures, templates, and quality control measures to ensure consistency and effectiveness in internal and external messaging.
• Write meeting minutes and ensure timely follow-up on action items.
• Aid in data collection and management for various multimedia assets such as stories, videos, and reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Requirements and Qualifications

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree and 1 year of relevant experience, Associate’s degree and 3 years of relevant experience, or High School graduate and 5 years of relevant experience.
• US Citizenship or US Permanent Residency with the ability to obtain and maintain a Facility Access clearance is required. For Permanent Residents, this means having resided in the US for at least 3 of the past 5 years.

Other Qualifications:
• Experience with social media management and digital communication tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Prior experience in editing and quality control.
• Familiarity with maternal and child health and nutrition issues preferred.
• A passion for global health.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Journalism, or Public Relations preferred.

Competencies/Performance Criterion
• Innovation: Takes initiative to propose new ideas/approaches and demonstrates ability to find new and better ways to accomplish work
• Client Service: Communicates with clients, handling any issues politely and efficiently; understands and is available to clients; maintains pleasant and professional image.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of work responsibilities and holds high standards. Keeps commitments and takes appropriate actions to ensure obligations are met. Pursues efficiency and effectiveness and adheres to organization policies and procedures.
• Interpersonal Skills: Works in cooperation with others and communicates effectively with co-workers, supervisors, subordinates, clients, and other outside contacts.
• Continual Learning: Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses; pursues professional development that is aligned with organizational role, contribution, and goals; proactively shares knowledge with others to foster learning across the organization.

Prior to submitting your application your resume must include relevant paid and non-paid experience showing dates held with month, year and hours worked per week for each position. Please ensure that all relevant experience and education is documented on your resume. There is no limitation to resume length; updates to resumes will not be accepted during the interview and selection process
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via Development Aid posted_at: 5 days agoschedule_type: Contractor
Every employee of IRI is responsible for carrying out the Mission of IRI and demonstrating the Core Values in their day to day operations. The Core Values, which are IRI’s foundational building blocks include: Excellence- We believe in quality results delivered by investing in people. Freedom- We believe in exploration and experimentation to be agile and responsive. Respect- We believe in trust... empathy and empowering people. Teamwork- We believe Every employee of IRI is responsible for carrying out the Mission of IRI and demonstrating the Core Values in their day to day operations. The Core Values, which are IRI’s foundational building blocks include:

Excellence- We believe in quality results delivered by investing in people. Freedom- We believe in exploration and experimentation to be agile and responsive. Respect- We believe in trust... empathy and empowering people. Teamwork- We believe in diversity, inclusion and the power of global collaboration. Transparency- We believe in open communication and clear decision-making. Accountability- We believe in personal responsibility as the foundation of success.

The Program Associate (PA) is the entry level position for program work at IRI and provides administrative and programmatic support for current and developing programs in West Africa.

This is a hybrid role based in Washington, DC.

Position Requirements:
• Undergraduate degree in political science, international relations, African affairs, or related field
• 0-1 year of experience in international development, African affairs, or related field
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint required
• Excellent writing, research, and communication skills
• International experience preferred
• Knowledge of/experience working on issues in West Africa and/or sub-Saharan Africa more broadly
• French language proficiency a plus

Primary Functions & Responsibilities:
• Tracks and follows-up on pending procurement requests, approvals and monitoring once approved, including processing payments
• Assists in projecting program costs and monitoring project spending
• Contributes to quarterly, semi-annual, final, and other relevant reports for funders
• Edits and summarizes weekly reports for internal and funder audiences
• Coordinates submission of contract packages
• Updates program databases, contract trackers, etc.
• Compiles briefing books for trainers
• Maintains project site and documents
• Provides logistical support for DC meetings and events
• Supports IRI’s communication strategy including IRI’s branding and outreach plans on projects assigned by drafting and updating program summaries, web stories/blogs, tweets, etc.
• Follows political developments in countries assigned and contributes toward summarizing/analyzing content in quarterly reports and proposals
• Assists with program monitoring and evaluation (M&E), including participating in regular M&E calls, tracking compliance, and identifying where adjustments need to be made
• Participates in program design and strategy brainstorming sessions
• Participates in business development, such as in writing portions of proposals and drafting budgets
• Participates in cross functional teams and initiatives
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Political Science or related field.

Experience

Required

Less than 1 year:

0-1 year of experience in international development, African affairs, or related field •Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint required •Excellent writing, research, and communication skills •International experience preferred •Knowledge of/experience working on issues in West Africa and/or sub-Saharan Africa more broadly •French language proficiency a plus

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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How to apply

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via Development Aid posted_at: 25 days agoschedule_type: Contractor
Overview Job Location: Washington, DC... Telework Eligible: Yes, at least 3 days per week in-person reporting at Washington, DC office. Remote Eligible: No. Summary Statement: The Global Health Training, Advisory and Support Contract (GHTASC) delivers effective global health programming to advance the mission of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), Bureau for Global Health (GH) through institutional support and workforce development Overview

Job Location: Washington, DC...

Telework Eligible: Yes, at least 3 days per week in-person reporting at Washington, DC office.

Remote Eligible: No.

Summary Statement:

The Global Health Training, Advisory and Support Contract (GHTASC) delivers effective global health programming to advance the mission of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), Bureau for Global Health (GH) through institutional support and workforce development services from junior, mid-level, senior and expert advisory, and administrative professionals.

Credence and its partner, the Public Health Institute (PHI), are both employers for GHTASC, and are seeking a Africa Regional Advisor for Tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS under GHTASC. This position will be hired under Public Health Institute (PHI).

The Africa Bureau Health Team, within the Office of Sustainable Development (AFR/SD/H), coordinates Africa Bureau policies and strategies for all of USAID’s health programs in Africa, which total approximately $5 billion annually and represent the Agency’s largest investments on the continent. The Health Team directly manages funding and activities that support African institutional capacity development, as well as the identification and resolution of policy, program, and technical issues that are unique to the African context.

The Health Team works in close collaboration with other USAID Bureaus, including the Bureau for Global Health, the Bureau for Democracy, Human Rights, and Governance, Bureau for Humanitarian Affairs, Bureau for Conflict Prevention and Stabilization, Bureau for Inclusive Growth, Partnerships, and Innovation, Bureau for Resilience, Environment and Food Security, to integrate programs and coordinate strategic and technical support to USAID missions, program reviews and assessments, staff development, and other Agency priorities. The Health Team works closely with African institutions and donor partners such as the World Health Organization's Africa Regional Office, the African Union, Regional Economic Communities, the World Bank, and UNICEF.

The Africa Bureau Health Team has an annual budget of approximately $13 million, which includes the management of activities that support African capacity development and improving the quality, availability, and access to health services for Africa's most vulnerable populations. The Team works across all health sectors, including maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH), reproductive health, infectious diseases such as malaria, tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, global health security, and health systems strengthening.

Position Summary:

The Africa Regional Advisor for Tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS will primarily support the Africa Bureau as a PHI Institutional Support Contractor (ISC). In this role, the selected candidate will employ public health programming experience in the African context and will gain an understanding and appreciation for the central functions of a decentralized donor agency in program planning, implementation, and evaluation. In collaboration with other team members, the Advisor will provide technical support and oversight on strategies, activities, and other areas related to USAID’s TB and HIV/AIDS programs in Africa. The position will serve in a liaison capacity with counterparts in the Bureau for Global Health (GH) and other USG agencies to ensure coordinated support for countries and sub-regions within Africa. The Advisor will also serve as a member of the GH-AFR country team support system, identifying and/or providing direct support to certain African countries in the region. The Advisor will receive day-to-day guidance from the Chief of the Africa Health Team, their onsite manager.

Salary Range

Full salary range for this position is $94,900 to $147,940 per year, with the starting salary determined based on candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, as well as budget availability.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed below

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Serve as a technical point of contact for TB and HIV/AIDS in the Africa Bureau:
• In conjunction with other other Africa Bureau health team members, including the HIV/AIDS Regional Advisor, provide technical assistance to the TB and HIV/AIDS portfolio in the Africa Bureau, including managing relevant activities within larger programs
• Maintain current knowledge of policy, frameworks, research and news on TB and HIV/AIDS in Africa
• Serve as AFR/Health Team point of contact regarding the coordination and leveraging of USAID TB funds and PEPFAR resources for TB/HIV
• Participate in relevant international meetings and conferences
• Review TB and HIV components of Operational Plans and PEPFAR Country Operational Plans

Coordinate with other USAID Bureaus and Sectors
• Collaborate closely with colleagues from GH and other USG agencies on TB and HIV/AIDS issues fundamentally important to the African context
• Participate in consultations and working groups with colleagues in GH and other Bureaus and agencies on new TB and HIV/AIDS activities, requests and initiatives that impact USAID Missions in Africa
• Work closely with GH and other agency and USG partners to ensure that all countries in the region and the sub-region receive the necessary technical and logistical support

Country support for Missions in Africa
• Serve as Africa Bureau team lead on GH Country Teams for a subset of African countries
• Along with the Africa Bureau’s regional offices, serve as a resource person for the health programs of assigned countries and regional programs within the Africa Bureau
• Assist USAID Missions through the provision of technical and policy advice, consultation on and review of strategies, program designs, operational plans, and reporting documents related to Africa Bureau priorities and TB and HIV/AIDS technical issues
• Identify and/or assist USAID Missions in Africa in establishing or scaling up integrated TB - HIV/AIDS programs

General support to Health Team and the Africa Bureau
• Work closely with the team’s Strategic Information Advisor, HIV/AIDS Technical Advisor, Health Team Lead, and other team members on all TB and HIV/AIDS-related planning and reporting requirements

Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Requirements and Qualifications

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience, bachelor’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience, Associate’s degree and 10 years of relevant experience, or High School graduate and 12 years of relevant experience.
• US citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain Secret Security clearance.

Other Qualifications:
• Experience with TB and HIV/AIDS programs, with at least two years in an international or resource-challenged setting.
• Experience in conducting analysis and evaluation of technical and programmatic aspects of proposals and programs.
• Understanding of programs and organizational aspects of major international donors, multilateral agencies, and nongovernmental/private voluntary organizations supporting the social sector, with a focus that includes TB and HIV/AIDS or other infectious diseases.
• Demonstrated maturity, strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team, including cross-cultural teams.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound professional judgment to problem solve, and to make strategic decisions.
• Excellent analytical, written, and oral communication skills.
• Experience with USG programming, budgeting, and evaluation functions and procedures is desirable.
• Ability to speak French and/or Portuguese is desirable.
• Ability and willingness to travel internationally up to 25% of the time.

Competencies/Performance Criterion:
• Innovation: Takes initiative to propose new ideas/approaches and demonstrates ability to find new and better ways to accomplish work
• Client Service: Communicates with clients, handling any issues politely and efficiently; understands and is available to clients; maintains pleasant and professional image.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of work responsibilities and holds high standards. Keeps commitments and takes appropriate actions to ensure obligations are met. Pursues efficiency and effectiveness and adheres to organization policies and procedures.
• Interpersonal Skills: Works in cooperation with others and communicates effectively with co-workers, supervisors, subordinates, clients, and other outside contacts.
• Continual Learning: Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses; pursues professional development that is aligned with organizational role, contribution, and goals; proactively shares knowledge with others to foster learning across the organization.

Prior to submitting your application your resume must include relevant paid and non-paid experience showing dates held with month, year and hours worked per week for each position. Please ensure that all relevant experience and education is documented on your resume. There is no limitation to resume length; updates to resumes will not be accepted during the interview and selection process
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• Purpose: Provides expertise ensuring the growth of Action Against Hunger’s midlevel program as well as building a loyal donor base through excellent stewardship.?
• Engagement: Works internally ensuring a seamless donor journey for midlevel supporters, and specifically with the digital team acquiring and retaining midlevel supporters. Externally, with current and potential donors.
• Delivery: Delivers campaigns and stewardship activities which sets ACF USA up for significant growth in the midlevel program.?

Essential Job Duties
• Works with email marketing and direct mail colleagues to acquire, welcome, cultivate and retain mid-level supporters giving between $500 and $9,999.99.
• Creates a mid-level portfolio and cultivates one-to-one relationships with mid-level supporters who have both higher giving capacity and an interest in engagement.
• Upgrades mid-level supporters as well as those giving under the mid-level threshold.
• Works closely with Major Gifts team on stewarding a pipeline of loyal supporters for our major gifts program.
• Works with Communications and Program teams on the creation of collateral for fundraising and stewardship purposes.
• Supports the roll out of cultivation events, stewardship webinars as well as Donor Appreciation Week.
• Meets specific goals for one-to-one and one-to-many interactions including calls, webinar invitations, impact pieces, Donor Appreciation Week outreach, SMS/emails, Holiday cards etc.
• Other duties as requested.

Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Required Skills & Experience
• Between 3-5 year’s work experience, preferably within a fundraising team
• Experience in a digitally forward non-profit fundraising environment.?
• Proven experience working with midlevel supporters.?
• Sales and negotiating experience i.e., has experience asking supporters to upgrade and reactivate their giving.?
• Expertise in Raiser’s Edge, Funraise, MailChimp, Salesforce or other similar CRM platforms.?
• Excellent donor care experience and enjoys interacting with donors in person and on the phone.
• Experience working for an international aid organization would be a plus.
• Highly driven and entrepreneurial.??
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.?
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.?
• Can establish priorities, manage multiple deadlines simultaneously and work well under pressure.?
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.?
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Is familiar with Word and Outlook mail merges.

How to apply

Please apply online through the job listing on our website: https://careers.actionagainsthunger.org/index.php/positions/view/685
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Since 1963 and in 148 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that designs and delivers technical and management solutions in agriculture, economic growth, and resilience to promote economic prosperity and social inclusion. Learning... and Impact Advisor, Global FtF FORK ACDI/VOCA is Since 1963 and in 148 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that designs and delivers technical and management solutions in agriculture, economic growth, and resilience to promote economic prosperity and social inclusion.

Learning... and Impact Advisor, Global FtF FORK

ACDI/VOCA is seeking a Learning and Impact Advisor for an upcoming Global Feed the Future FORK Activity funded by USAID. The anticipated program will be implemented across multiple countries and will increase access to safe and nutritious foods by improving business and technical practices related to food processing, strengthening market linkages, and facilitating knowledge sharing

The Learning Advisor will work closely with both technical and M&E staff to ensure coordination, collaboration and learning across all interventions and sectors. The program is anticipated to start in 2024 and this position will be based in Washington, DC.

Responsibilities
• Provide strategic leadership for learning and knowledge exchange across central funding, as well as through mission buy-in’s
• Provide technical guidance to the Mission’s to inform investment decisions, collaboration approaches, and measurement of systems level changes
• Develop learning and knowledge management agenda for the project staff to promote a learning culture
• Ensure that programmatic learning and results are fully documented, shared and used to drive adaptive management processes.
• Develop and adapt tools to enhance documentation of best practices and project learning
• Lead the collection, analysis, documentation, dissemination and use of best practices and lessons learned.
• Design and implemented a streamlined data management system. Support partners to develop logic models, design surveys, and improve data management
• Co-facilitated= strategic working sessions and Pause and Reflects sessions with the USAID and its partners with diverse methodologies 
• Design and implement internal and external knowledge exchange and learning events to improve peer-to-peer learning, knowledge sharing and application. 
• Develop and/or maintain strategic relationships with relevant stakeholders to promote effective coordination, collaboration and dissemination of program learning. 
• Support the design and implementation of an M&E framework and plan that incorporates CLA principles and components. 
• Support data quality improvement process for project M&E data 

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in international development, agriculture, business administration or relevant field is required; master’s degree is desired.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in CLA, adaptive management or the M&E component of a donor funded project.
• Experience contributing to the design and implementation of a projects learning, and measurement strategy
• Experience developing streamlined data collection and management systems that drive learning and adaptation
• Experience working on USAID global mechanism is preferred.
• Fluency in English is required.

Please apply online at www.acdivoca.org/international-jobs. The applications will be reviewed promptly upon receipt, only finalists will be contacted. ACDI/VOCA is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities and people from diverse groups are encouraged to apply. ACDI/VOCA will never request payment or charge a fee to apply for any position
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Overview Job Location: Washington, DC... Telework Eligible: Yes, at least 3 days per week in-person reporting at Washington, DC office. Remote Eligible: No Summary Statement Credence Management Solutions employs hard-working, passionate individuals who bring innovation, accountability, and a growth mindset to the many missions we support across the US Federal Government. Employee empowerment is part of the fabric of our corporate culture through Overview

Job Location: Washington, DC...

Telework Eligible: Yes, at least 3 days per week in-person reporting at Washington, DC office.

Remote Eligible: No

Summary Statement

Credence Management Solutions employs hard-working, passionate individuals who bring innovation, accountability, and a growth mindset to the many missions we support across the US Federal Government. Employee empowerment is part of the fabric of our corporate culture through which we emphasize opportunity, recognition, reward, and retention. At Credence, we follow the principles of servant leadership and believe that serving and supporting others is critical to both our individual and collective achievements. We have only one measure of success. Yours.

We are hiring for positions under the Global Health Training, Advisory, Support Contract (GHTASC) in support of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Bureau for Global Health (GH). These roles deliver institutional support services in a wide range of technical areas at the junior, mid-, senior, and expert levels.

We are a diverse, enthusiastic family of subject matter experts, business professionals, and practitioners who all share a common goal of providing excellent services to our government customers. If you want to work in a dynamic and fast-growing environment with highly motivated colleagues, then Credence is the right place for you!

Credence Management Solutions is seeking a Budget Data Analyst. See below for more information on this exciting opportunity and apply to join Credence today!

Position Summary

The Budget Data Analyst will primarily support the USAID Office of HIV/AIDS, Supply Chain for Health Division as a Credence Institutional Support Contractor (ISC).

The Bureau for Global Health’s Office of HIV/AIDS (GH/OHA) is the locus of technical leadership for HIV/AIDS programming that falls under the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), implemented by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The Office provides input into U.S. Government (USG) decisions concerning the strategic allocation of financial and human resources in the HIV/AIDS field, and supports USAID Headquarters and field Missions in designing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating effective HIV/AIDS programs. This entails ensuring the technical integrity of Agency and Mission strategies; providing global technical leadership on the full range of issues related to HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment; managing numerous research and field support programs; and monitoring and reporting on the impact of the Agency's HIV/AIDS program.

The Budget Data Analyst is in the Supply Chain for Health (SCH) Division to support planning for and implementation of OHA supply chain grant and contract award mechanisms and annual budget planning and execution for centralized and country level programming

Salary Range

Full salary range for this position is $78,780 to $124,540 per year, with the starting salary determined based on candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, as well as budget availability.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed below

The Budget Data Analyst works closely with the SCH finance and operations team and the overall direction of the Branch Chief for Management. The Analyst works with USAID Headquarters bureaus, USAID field Missions, and the State Department Bureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy (GHSD) to:
• Support program management and financial monitoring
• Review, discuss, and consult with Technical Advisors and AOR/CORs regarding the approval of work plans, budgets, and activities for supply chain programming;
• Assist AOR/COR and Technical Advisors in compiling appropriate financial analysis for decision making related to budget obligations, and agreement/contract modifications;
• Compile and analyze programmatic, technical, and budgetary data for the team’s project(s) and activities, and organize data for use in briefings, publications, reports, and decision making; and
• Support the formulation and implementation of program budgets, including Office and Agency budgeting exercises.
• Collect, interpret and analyze program data to present findings and propose solutions:
• Conduct special analyses and prepare routine and special reports and briefings for senior management, as required.
• Provide accurate and timely supply chain program information for decision-making at all levels of the organization.
• Research, plan, analyze, and organize technical and/or statistical information, and develop data for use in briefings, publications, and reports; and
• Draft clear and succinct written summaries and/or Google or PowerPoint slide decks to help visualize data.
• Develop automated processes for routine data analysis and financial report compilation using data analysis software when appropriate
• Support the annual budget formulation process at Headquarters and in the field:
• Help coordinate the formulation and justification of the supply chain components of the PEPFAR Headquarters budget, particularly around current and planned centralized activities.
• Review, analyze, and modify budget estimates and resource funding requests for completeness, adequacy of supporting narrative justifications and conformance with policy and guidelines.
• Provide virtual or in-country support to Missions and OHA country and technical clusters during the annual budget formulation process (COP preparation).
• Participate in the inter-agency budget review process.
• Provide guidance and support on programmatic and financial data to Headquarters-managed projects and Mission programs:
• Assist Office and Mission staff with financial management processes and training to support the efficient and effective use of PEPFAR funds for HIV supply chain programming.
• Train and provide technical assistance on tracking and analyzing obligations, outlays, and how those align with programmatic implementation of yearly supply chain programmatic objectives OHA/SCH mechanism leads, Mission budget contacts, and supply chain activity managers.
• Liaise with and provide support to other Bureau and Office teams on program implementation-related issues:
• Collaborate on topics that enhance program implementation, such as strategic information (monitoring and evaluation), expenditure analysis, cross-Bureau projects and/or program policy and execution.
• Professional Development
• Participating in professional continuing education, skills training and professional meetings to enhance relevant skills and career development.
• Completing and executing an Individual Learning and Training Plan and Annual Work Plan.

Education, Requirements and Qualifications
• Master’s degree with 4 years of relevant experience, Bachelor’s degree with 6 years, Associate degree and 8 years OR High School graduate with 10 years of relevant experience.
• US Citizenship or US Permanent Residency with the ability to obtain and maintain a Facility Access clearance is required. For Permanent Residents, this means having resided in the US for at least 3 of the past 5 years.
• Experience with one or more USAID technical disciplines (such as, HIV/AIDS, Health Financing, Supply Chain, etc. ).
• Expertise in the use of Microsoft Excel and the ability to work with large and complex spreadsheets and pivot tables (required).
• Expertise in detailed work with complex budget and financial information (required).
• Excellent organizational skills and detail-oriented working style (required).
• Experience and/or familiarity with federal budget processes (desirable, but not required).
• Experience and/or familiarity with PEPFAR (desirable, but not required).
• Expertise in the use of data analysis and visualization software such as: Tableau, R Studio, and/or Python (required).
• Willingness to learn on the job and to seek opportunities for professional growth.
• Ability and willingness to travel internationally, approximately 15%.

Competencies/Performance Criterion
• Innovation: Takes initiative to propose new ideas/approaches and demonstrates ability to find new and better ways to accomplish work
• Client Service: Communicates with clients, handling any issues politely and efficiently; understands and is available to clients; maintains pleasant and professional image.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of work responsibilities and holds high standards. Keeps commitments and takes appropriate actions to ensure obligations are met. Pursues efficiency and effectiveness and adheres to organization policies and procedures.
• Interpersonal Skills: Works in cooperation with others and communicates effectively with co-workers, supervisors, subordinates, clients, and other outside contacts.
• Continual Learning: Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses; pursues professional development that is aligned with organizational role, contribution, and goals; proactively shares knowledge with others to foster learning across the organization.

Prior to submitting your application your resume must include relevant paid and non-paid experience showing dates held with month, year and hours worked per week for each position. Please ensure that all relevant experience and education is documented on your resume. There is no limitation to resume length; updates to resumes will not be accepted during the interview and selection process
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