Program Officer, Russia and Eurasian Outbound Programs

Organization: ACTR

Website: ACTR

Title: Program Officer, Russia and Eurasian Outbound Programs

Location: Washington, DC

Salary: Not Listed

Description:

Description

Based in Washington, DC, the program officer for Russian and Eurasian Outbound Programs administers language immersion programs for US teachers and students in Russia: in particular, the Advanced Russian Language and Area Studies Program (RLASP) the Fulbright-Hays Summer Russian Language Teachers Program, the Intensive Summer Language Institute, and the Contemporary Russia program. The program officer may also work on programs run exclusively for US institutions. The program officer reports directly to the program manager for Russian and Eurasian Outbound Programs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Russian programs advisor to applicants, participants, family members of participants, and study abroad representatives as needed;
• Maintain regular communication with program applicants and participants by phone and email;
• Write and edit program handbooks, grant reports, proposals, and promotional materials, including website content;
• Update program applications on a yearly basis;
• Process and evaluate potential participant applications for selection and financial aid committee review;
• Oversee preparation of acceptance materials for program participants;
• Coordinate visa processing for program participants;
• Organize pre-departure orientations;
• Conduct promotional visits to universities;
• With program manager, maintain regular correspondence with resident directors in the field;
• Actively participate in resident director orientations and debriefs.


Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Russian-related field or equivalent work experience; graduate degree strongly preferred;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Proficiency in Russian;
• Previous study abroad experience preferred;
• Outstanding organizational skills;
• Previous program administration experience preferred;
• Database and spreadsheet skills preferred;
• Expertise in Russia and East-Central Europe preferred;
• Knowledge of budgetary procedures, especially with regard to government grants preferred.

To Apply:
Send letter/resume and salary requirements to
HR Department, American Councils,
1776 Massachusetts Avenue, Suite 700, Washington, DC 20036.
Fax: 202-572-9095 or 202-833-7523;
email: resumes@americancouncils.org
with job title in the subject line. 

Federal Govt: Foreign Affairs Specialist

Organization: Department of Defense, Prisoner of War/Missing Personnel Office

Website: DoD

Title: Foreign Affairs Specialist

Location: Arlington, VA, then Moscow, Russia

Salary: $49,354.00 - $113,007.00, plus federal benefits

Description:
If you are searching for a unique opportunity to undertake research initiatives aimed at determining the extent to which the former Soviet Union may be knowledgeable with respect to American servicemen missing as a result of World War II, etc., then this job may be for you!  As a Foreign Affairs Specialist with the Defense POW/Missing Personnel Office, you will serve as an analyst and perform a full range of research, analysis, and production tasks necessary to determine the facts with respect to missing American servicemen.

Serve as an analyst within the Joint Commission Support Directorate and perform a full range of research, analysis and production tasks necessary to determine the facts with respect to missing American servicemen missing as a result of World War II, the Cold War, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War.

Advise the membership of the U.S.-Russia Joint Commission on POW/MIAs by designing and undertaking research initiatives.

Seek to ascertain the facts regarding the capture, confinement, repatriation, or other disposition of mission-in-action American servicemen.

Establish and maintain close working relationships with regional and functional specialists from the departments of Defense and State, the intelligence community, and the National Archives, among others.

Maintain close coordination with Joint Commission Support Directorate (JCSD’s) Moscow-based researchers and investigators.  Assure that priority topics are rigorously pursued so that outstanding issues can be exhaustively examined and brought to closure

Will be expected to deploy to Moscow, Russian Federation, for a 2-3 year period of time to function within American Embassy Moscow as the Russia-based direct representatives of the U.S. side of the U.S. – Russia Joint Commission on POW/MIAs

Will interface daily with Russian commissioners, their staffs, and senior officials of the Russian Government, academicians, non-governmental organizations, and media representatives.  Will be responsible for managing an office staff within the embassy, acting as a full member of the embassy's country team, conducting research in Russian archives, and carrying out research and investigative missions in the Russian Federation.

Qualifications:
Ability to read, speak and comprehend the Russian language.

Experience researching the Russian military, governmental, social and political structure.

Education may be substituted for the above specialized experience in a directly related field if you possess two years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master’s degree or master’s or equivalent graduate degree or above.

Applicants must meet the BASIC EDUCATION REQUIREMENT as follows: Degree: major or equivalent, or a combination of courses totaling at least 24 semester hours, in international law and international relations, political science, economics, history, sociology, geography, social or cultural anthropology, law, statistics, or in the humanities; or 12 semester hours in one of the above disciplines and 12 semester hours in statistics/quantitative methods. OR Combination of education and experience--courses equivalent to a major, or a combination of related courses totaling at least 24 semester hours, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education OR Experience-four years of appropriate experience in one or more of the fields listed above in work associated with international organizations, problems, or other aspects of foreign affairs.

1. Knowledges, skills, and abilities that are needed to perform the duties of this position are:
2. Knowledge of a variety of interviewing and negotiating techniques.
3. Knowledge of various archival research methodologies.
4. Ability to carry out independent research and analysis.
5. Ability to communicate orally.
6. Ability to communicate in writing.

To Apply:   Apply Here Deadline is January 11, 2010

Click here to see the previous post of this position: Federal Govt: Foreign Affairs Specialist, October 2009

Federal Govt: Administrative Support Specialist

Organization: Department of Justice - Drug Enforcement Agency

Website: DoJ - DEA

Title: Administrative Support Specialist

Location: Moscow, Russia

Salary:  $40,949.00-$53,234.00, plus federal benefits

Description:
As Administrative Support Specialist, provides the full range of office support and management services, areas of financial, procurement, property and personnel management issues. Assists in carrying out policies and programs relating to these functions to achieve efficient and effective office mission accomplishment. Ensures smooth flow of office operations during the frequent absences of supervisor and staff.

Assists in the maintenance of office budget, controls financial operations and maintains office accounting records. Serves as personnel liaison representative. Provides advice and assistance to office personnel concerning personnel action requests, timekeeping, pay differential, leave administration, etc., implements DEA security programs. Shares responsibility with office staff for physical security, document security and telecommunication security. Performs procurement and property management functions. Manages the country offices vehicle fleet. Provides advice and assistance to office staff on administrative requisites. 

Qualifications:
Grade 07: Qualifying experience for the GS-7 level includes one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to GS-5 which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience could have been gained performing a wide variety of administrative and personnel duties in the areas of financial management, general office management, general services management, procurement and property/vehicle management. Examples are reviewing regulations and policies and applying them to limited and routine administrative work assignments; or assisting in analyzing and recommending solutions to work process problems or issues.

Grade 09: Qualifying experience for the GS-9 level includes one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-7 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience could have been gained performing a wide variety of administrative and personnel duties in the areas of financial management, general office management, general services management, procurement and property/vehicle management. Examples are researching and analyzing established administrative issues; acting as liaison with individuals and groups both inside and outside an organization regarding administrative and/or organizational matters; and preparing a variety of written documents, such as staff papers, status reports, or policy recommendations. 

To Apply: Apply Here.  Deadline: January 26, 2010.
This position is limited to certain status eligibles

Intern: Civil Violence

Organization: Georgetown University

Website: Georgetown

Title: Civil Violence Intern

Location: Washington, DC

Salary: Not Listed

Description:
The Division of Integrated Biodefense at Georgetown University Medical Center has a position available for a Civil Violence Intern-Coding. This 20 hour/week position involves the research, analysis and coding of incidents related to governance and security in Russia. The Intern needs to possess political, cultural and linguistic knowledge of the region as well as be familiar with Russian electronic media to excel in this position. The Intern is expected to assist the Civil Violence team in testing and designing new methodologies and extending the capacity of the project. 

Qualifications:

• Fluency in Russian (specifically reading comprehension) is required
• Economic, political and cultural knowledge of Russia
• Subject matter expertise in civil conflict, security studies or peace intervention
• Knowledge and experience working on international policy issues strongly preferred.
• A bachelor's degree in relevant field
• 1-2 years of experience
• Should be a current Masters or Doctoral student (any University) and reside in the DC Metro area.

 
To Apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume to argus.et@gmail.com Put "Research Intern - Russia" in the subject line. Deadline for application is January 8, 2010 No phone calls.

Foreign Affairs Research Analyst

Organization: Department of State

Website: DoS

Title: Foreign Affairs Research Analyst

Location: Washington, DC

Salary: $60,989 - 95,026 annually, plus federal benefits

Description: 
This position is located in the Office of Opinion Research, Bureau of Intelligence and Research (INR/OPN).  The incumbent is responsible for designing and implementing public opinion polls in Russia on political, economic, and social issues.  Duties include designing questionnaires, evaluating contractor capabilities, analyzing data using SPSS software, and presenting findings to senior State Department leaders and other top foreign policy officials in written and oral form.


Qualifications:
Applicants must meet all the required qualification requirements, including education and any selective placement factors described below by the closing date of this announcement.  Education may only be substituted in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook.


BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

Have a bachelor's or graduate degree from an accredited college or university in international law, international relations, political science, economics, history, sociology, geography, social or cultural anthropology, law, statistics, or in the humanities;

For the GS-11 level:
IN ADDITION to meeting one of the basic entry qualifications requirements listed above, applicants applying for the GS-11 MUST also meet one of the requirements listed below:

Have at least 1 year of specialized experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.  This experience must be related to the work of the position and equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the Federal service. Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following:

Experience with methods and techniques of public opinion polling;

Experience working with public opinion surveys, including (1)writing survey questions; (2) evaluating public opinion survey samples:  who was interviewed and how they were selected; (3)analyzing the quality of data, i.e., what and how questions were asked;

Experience which demonstrates knowledge of the politics, economics and society of Russia, knowledge of U.S. policy initiatives and priorities with respect to Russia, and the ability to apply this knowledge to the analysis and reporting of public opinion data; and

Experience statistically analyzing public opinion data, drawing appropriate conclusions and writing reports based on public opinion data.

 
To Apply: Apply Here Deadline is February 12, 2010

Researcher - Russian Federation Team

Organization: Amnesty International  

Website: Amnesty International

Title: Researcher - Russian Federation Team

Location: London, UK

Salary: £37,584 per annum, relocation package, and work permit

Description:
Amnesty International needs a researcher as part of the International Secretariat to take the lead responsibility for initiating strategy and a programme of human rights research and action on the Russian Federation, by providing country expertise, research skills and sound political judgement.  Working as part of the Russia Team, you will monitor, investigate and analyze political, legal and social developments and human rights conditions, give authoritative advice on these areas, investigate and document cases and patterns of human rights abuses; and produce country-based and thematic reports.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

1. To lead on the development and implementation of overarching research and campaigning strategies to deliver impact in relation to agreed priorities on specific countries or other geographical or thematic areas, including strategies to identify the most effective ways to address human rights concerns; and to lead on designing specific projects and producing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating plans for both these and initiatives originated by others;
   
2. To monitor, research, investigate and analyze human rights-related developments in order to provide timely, accurate, independent and impartial assessments and expert advice on the human rights situation in the relevant countries or other geographical or thematic areas;
   
3. To organize, take part in and lead, where agreed, field research and other missions, leading specifically on information-gathering, fact-finding, analysis and assessment of human rights concerns, including in response to crisis situations; prepare, where necessary, security assessments, political and other briefings in relation to the mission for International Secretariat management, mission participants and internal or external stakeholders; and represent Amnesty International in the field;
   
4. To represent Amnesty International to external stakeholders, including in governmental, inter-governmental and various public forums, as well as to all forms of news media, civil society organizations and political, economic and other actors; and to communicate Amnesty International’s concerns, positions and, where relevant, campaign strategies to external and internal stakeholders;
   
5. To develop and maintain effective constituencies of public and confidential contacts and partners in and outside the organization - such as human rights activists, members of legal and other professions, UN agencies and governmental representatives - to optimize information gathering and verification and the development and implementation of effective strategies and plans;
   
6. To write reports and other materials for publication and internal use and contribute to and provide expert advice in relation to written and other materials produced by other programmes;
   
7. To manage research, oversee the research work carried out by the team and others and, as appropriate, to contribute to the selection of external consultants and supervise, support, coordinate and provide expert advice on their work;
   
8. To contribute to the development and maintenance of an effective information management system;
   
9. To contribute to the development of programme-wide strategies and plans for research and campaigning and provide input into internal discussions on the Amnesty International mission, policy, organizational and other issues in order to increase the effectiveness of Amnesty International’s work;
   
10. In consultation with management, to participate in the coordination of the work of the team, including through setting priorities, preparing work plans, monitoring their progress and contributing to maintaining basic budgets;
    
11. To contribute to the overall flexibility of resource use and provide cover for other programme staff as agreed with management;
    
12. To perform all necessary administrative tasks to ensure effective self-servicing, participate in the recruitment and induction of new staff and consultants and perform other corporate tasks as appropriate.
    

Qualifications: 

1. Proven experience of undertaking research on human rights or related issues;
2. Specialist knowledge and preferably first hand experience of the geographical and/or thematic areas in your brief and an in-depth understanding of the nature of key human rights concerns, as well as political, social, legal, economic, cultural, ethnic, racial and gender issues in them;
3. Ability to exercise good political judgment, thorough analysis and diplomacy;
4. Ability to develop effective strategies to impact on human rights in the region;
5. Ability to represent Amnesty International to external stakeholders; and to communicate Amnesty International’s concerns, positions and, where relevant, strategies to external and internal stakeholders;
6. Proven experience of writing research materials for a variety of audiences;
7. Ability to understand and express ideas in English and Russian in a fluent, clear and concise way, both orally and in writing; draft text in a variety of styles, e.g. documents such as substantial reports, government correspondence and media and action materials;
8. Ability to deal in a sensitive and understanding manner with a variety of people, including survivors of human rights violations and others who may be distressed;
9. Experience of working in a team and understanding of the importance of efficient communications for the coordination and effective functioning of teams;
10. Demonstrated commitment to human rights, e.g. through previous work, membership of an organization, involvement in advocacy of human rights, etc.;
11. Experience of managing conflicting demands, meeting deadlines and adjusting priorities;
12. Ability and willingness to undertake personal administrative tasks in accordance with Amnesty International’s guidelines on self-servicing;
13. Understanding of equal opportunities, cultural diversity and gender issues as well as a commitment to apply relevant policies. 

To Apply:
The closing date for applications is midnight on Wednesday 13th January 2010.
Online Application
Paper Application

Bilingual English/Russian Case Manager

Organization: Goodwill Industries of Greater New York and Northern New Jersey, Inc.

Website: Goodwill NY

Title: Bilingual English/Russian Case Manager

Location: Brooklyn, New York

Salary: Not Listed

Description:
Goodwill Industries of Greater NY and Northern NJ is looking for a bilingual English/Russian Case Manager to work in its Refugee and Immigrant Services.

Responsibilities will include:

• Establishing and maintaining contacts with non-for profit organizations, community centers, and other organizations to ensure successful program recruitment
• Conducting individual intake interviews of clients
• Developing comprehensive service plans for each client that clearly identifies goals, objectives, service needs
• Providing individual counseling
• Monitoring service delivery and clients progress
• Preparing monthly and quarterly reports, maintaining clients case records, and documenting activities

Qualifications:
• BA or BS
• Bilingual English/Russian
• Computer literate (MS Word and MS Excel)
• Experience working effectively with culturally, socio-economically and ethnically diverse populations
• Excellent communication, time management and organizational skills

To Apply:
Qualified applicants should e-mail their cover letters and resumes to: lmakhlin@goodwillny.org, or fax to 718-339-2515. 

Intern: Eurasia

Organization: National Democratic Institute

Website: NDI

Title: Intern: Eurasia

Location: Washington, DC

Salary: Not listed, but internship is paid

Description:
The National Democratic Institute for International Affairs (NDI) is seeking undergraduate or graduate candidates or recent graduates for internships with NDI's Eurasia programs for the first quarter of 2010. The intern will be responsible for providing administrative support for country programs, conducting country and program-specific research, and attending meetings on related countries in Eurasia.


Duties

• Research and gather materials for country specific programs;
• Assist in supporting field offices’ activities;
• Attend external meetings and seminars and prepare oral and written presentations to team members;
• Assist in the preparation and drafting of periodic reports;
• Provide administrative support to assigned country programs, including filing, faxing, copying, mailing, and/or event preparation; and
• Maintain records of country expenditures and prepare drafts of budgets;
• Read and summarize news articles on countries in Eurasia;
• Conduct special projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated interest in Eurasia;
• Generally pursing a undergraduate or graduate program, or a recent graduate; relevant degree programs might include, but are not limited to, political science, international relations, international development, and Russian studies;
• Well-organized and skilled in prioritizing and managing multiple tasks;
• Excellent writing skills;
• Able to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work with a team;
• Russian language skills useful, but not required.

To Apply:
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Program Manager, Smolny College

Organization: Bard College/Smolny College

Website: Bard, Смолный

Title: Program Manager

Location: Saint Petersburg, Russia

Salary:
Salary for the position covers two visits to Bard College each year, one in January and one in August, and is commensurate with experience.

Description: 
The Bard-Smolny Program hosts between 30 and 35 North American students each semester, as well as during the SLI, at Smolny College. The Program Manager is responsible for all non-academic aspects of the program and, in cooperation with the Associate Dean for International students, supports students’ academic activities. Specific tasks include supervision of two full-time local staff members, providing student support, work on program development, recruitment and admission, accounting, as well as organizing and running program orientations three times per year. The Program Manager also acts as a liaison between the IILE and Smolny College, including work with Smolny’s Dean’s Office, Registrar, IT Services, Financial Office, Admissions Office and Development Office. The Program Manager is expected to hold regular office hours; some weekend and evening hours are required.


Qualifications: 
Requirements include: fluent knowledge of Russian, experience working and studying in Russia or the former Soviet Union, an American BA degree or above, a friendly and professional manner, familiarity with databases, accounting, and writing and research skills. Accuracy, attention to detail, and comfort working in a fast-paced environment with a team of committed professionals are crucial. A demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the ideals of a liberal arts education and cross-cultural exchange, as well as experience working with young people, is important. Candidates should have a minimum of one to two years of administrative experience.

To Apply: 
Please send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names of three business references by email to recruit@bard.edu  Subject line: Smolny Program Manager-9209. Review of applications will begin immediately. Bard College is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals who contribute to its diversity.

Click here to see the previous post of this position: Program Manager, June 2009

Director, UNAIDS Technical Support Facility

Organization:AIDS Foundation East West

Website: AFEW

Title: Director, UNAIDS Technical Support Facility

Location: Moscow, Russia

Salary: Not Listed

Description:

With funding from UNAIDS, the consortium will establish and manage a Technical Support Facility (TSF) for Eastern Europe and Central Asia (TSF EECA).


The TSF will collaborate with country and regional partners (governmental and non-governmental organisations) in the provision of high quality, technical assistance through specialised consultancies that support the scaling up of national HIV programmes in Eastern Europe and Central Asia.

The TSF aims to:

• Provide competitively priced, quality assured short term technical assistance;
• Strengthen the capacity of country partners to manage technical assistance effectively;
• Assist in the professional development of national and regional consultants, and;
• Encourage a harmonised and collaborative approach to the delivery of technical assistance in support of country partner-owned and partner-led action plans.

The TSF EECA Director will be responsible for the overall management of the TSF.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Planning and operationalisation  of  the TSF based on regional and country specificities, needs and priority areas;
• Promotion and marketing of the TSF Services to potential clients and country partners;
• Oversight of the TSF budget and programme expenditure;
• Supervision of a well designed, user friendly and well maintained data base of consultants;
• Management and guidance of the TSF team (8 staff);
• Ensuring the development and effective implementation of systems for assessing   and monitoring the quality of technical support services provided;
• Planning and implementation of capacity development of country partners to manage technical assistance effectively;
• Plan and implement effective support to Global Fund grantees;
• Ensure collaboration with other technical support providers;
• Responsible for meeting the reporting requirements including financial and audit.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing a business plan
• Advanced degree in a related field
• At least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably with regional or international organisations in the area of AIDS and or development
• Extensive management experience
• Working knowledge of the Eastern European and Central Asia region
• Good understanding of the HIV epidemic in the region
• Established contacts and networking in the region
• Experience and understanding of consultancy management and marketing
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills and the ability to lead a team.

The position of TSF Director will initially be offered for a two year period, subject to review and availability of funds. Salary is negotiable depending on experience and qualifications.

To Apply:

Applicants are requested to submit their resume stating details of experience and qualifications and a letter of motivation indicating interest in this position, current and expected salary and contact details, to the address below by 31 December 2009. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview, planned for the second week of January 2010 in Moscow.

Please send your resume to Anke van Dam, Director of Programmes and Operations

Deputy Director of Programs and Operations

Organization: AIDS Foundation East West

Website: AFEW

Title: Deputy Director of Programs and Operations

Location: Moscow, Kyiv, or Almaty

Salary: Not Listed

Description:

Place within the Organisation: Hierarchically and functionally accountable to the Director of Programs and Operations in the International Office in Amsterdam Overall Job Objective: To support the development, implementation, evaluation and promotion of tools for effective HIV prevention, treatment, care and support for people living with HIV/AIDS, which are designed for and appropriate to the specific conditions of the EECA Responsibilities and Tasks: Related to Program Development • To monitor the HIV/AIDS related health needs in the region of Eastern Europe and Central Asia  in close collaboration with the Regional Directors • To supervise the development of AFEW guidelines on program content by the Regional Advisors   and trainers • To participate in the development of project proposals • To propose and support exploratory missions in the various republics of EECA in close collaboration with the Regional Directors • To translate identified needs into appropriate interventions, in line with the Strategic Plan  and in close collaboration with the Regional Directors • To assist and support Regional Offices in program revisions and strategic program development according to M&E outcomes • To monitor the Conferences and Events agenda and suggests the ones to attend to the staff and senior management • To promote internally and coordinate AFEW’s attendance at the international and regional conferences, e.g. International Harm Reduction Conference, EECAAC, International AIDS Conference etc. and safeguard or improve the quality of AFEW’s contributions Related to Monitoring and Evaluation • Together with the Head of the M&E Unit to develop tools to safeguard quality of training, mass media campaigns and other information, education and communication activities • To participate in the development of internal procedures for the scope of the Program Department Related to Strategy Development • To work together with the Director of Programs and Operations on further development and/or adaptation of the Strategic Plan 2009 – 2010 including – among others – operational strategies, program development, strategic positioning and strategic alliances Related to General Management • When necessary (during holidays, other absences of work) replace the Director and manage the Program Department on a daily basis through supervision, regular meetings and reporting Related to Human Resource Management • To assist in developing job profiles for Program  Department staff • To assist in the process of recruitment, selection, and training of Program  Department staff • To participate in employee evaluations • To supervise and support the Regional Advisors Internal Communication: • To report to the Director of Programs and Operations according to an agreed schedule • To participate in regular Program Department meetings • To coordinate the Programme Department – Regional Advisors meetings External contact: • Regional and International strategic alliance partners • Regional governmental and non-governmental counterparts • Regional and International network of HIV/AIDS related experts

This position is a maternity leave replacement, with a minimum contract of four months. 

Qualifications:
• Minimum of 5 years of the international public health programming experience and working in the HIV/AIDS field or related areas (tuberculosis, STIs)
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience
• Experience in transferring knowledge and skills in e.g. training or through coaching
• Relevant post-graduate qualification (public health or policy, non-profit management, social work preferred) or comparable work experience is required
• Fluency in written and spoken English and IT
• Working knowledge of Russian for non-EECA applicants

Personal Skills/Additional Information
• Strong organizer and communicator
• Ability to transfer knowledge and act as coach
• Strategic, analytical mind-set
• Proactive
• Creative / innovative
• Affinity and thorough knowledge of the EECA context (epidemiology, health care systems and political systems)
• Bringing in a network of key policy makers and NGO contacts
• Strong English writing skills
• Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time

To Apply:

Applicants are requested to submit their resume stating details of experience and qualifications and a letter of motivation indicating interest in this position, current and expected salary and contact details, to the address below by January 20, 2010. Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview, planned at the end-January-early February 2010.

Please send your resume & letter of motivation to Anna Shapoval

Associate Director, REEEC

Organization:  University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign

Website: UIUC


Title: Associate Director, REEEC

Location: Urbana Champaign, Illinois

Salary: Not Listed

Description:
The Russian, East European, and Eurasian Center (REEEC) at the University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Associate Director. REEEC is a Title VI National Resource Center that works with faculty, students and staff throughout the University, including the humanities, social sciences and professional schools; offers an MA and BA degree in REEE studies; organizes outreach programs for K-12, the local community, and the state; offers REEE graduate and undergraduate courses; and organizes the REEEC Summer Research Laboratory, a U.S. State Department Title VIII supported program.

The Associate Director reports to the Director of REEEC; provides authoritative, detailed professional knowledge in the field of Russian, East European, and Eurasian studies; assists the director in fulfilling the mission of the Center; serves as advisor to the director regarding programs and with program development; and acts for him/her as necessary. The Associate Director performs the following duties:

• Participates in establishing and reviewing operating policies for the Center.
• Supervises and implements Center programs and projects.
• Serves as Co-PI for the Department of Education Grant.
• Works with College and University development officers to obtain gifts and endowments.
• Prepares grants proposals.
• Teaches courses in the area as necessary to meet the curricular needs of the center.
• Assists the director in the development of proposals for new courses and curricula.
• Assists with management of the Center's MA Program.
• Serves as the academic advisor for the REEES undergraduate program.
• Coordinates the FLAS Fellowship program.
• Acts as liaison to campus and university departments.
• Oversees the Center’s budget and financial policy.

This is a full-time administrative position, with a possibility of limited teaching. Some national and international travel is required.
 
Qualifications:
A successful candidate will have an interdisciplinary and creative orientation; strong organizational and communication skills; the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously without supervision, and strong computer skills (Microsoft Office and databases) preferred. Knowledge of UIUC organization, policies, and procedures desirable. Administrative experience strongly preferred. Experience with U.S. Department of Education Title VI grants; grant writing desirable.

An advanced degree (Master’s required) in a humanities or social science discipline with a concentration in Russian, East European, or Eurasian studies and advanced proficiency in Russian or another language of the region are required. Those holding a Ph.D. are also encouraged to apply. For qualified candidates, the position allows for teaching one or two undergraduate courses per academic year.

To Apply:
Please create your candidate profile through https://jobs.illinois.edu and upload application materials through this system. To ensure full consideration upload your application letter, resume, contact information for three references, and short writing sample.

All materials must be submitted by the closing date of 15 December 2009. Applicants may be interviewed before the closing date; however no hiring decision will be made until after that date. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience; excellent benefits package. Starting date is as soon as possible, but no later than 15 August 2010.

Program Manager, Open World Program

Organization: ACTR

Website: ACTR

Title: Program Manager, Open World Program

Location: Washington, DC

Salary: Not Listed

Description:
The Program Manager supervises program staff in the Washington, DC office and coordinates activities closely with program staff in the Moscow office, travel agency staff, and database management staff. The Program Manager also is responsible for regular communication and reporting to the Open World Center staff and working in cooperation with American Councils senior management and partner organizations. The position reports to a Washington, DC-based Vice President.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

* Oversees day-to-day program activity in the DC office, makes program staffing decisions, and supervises seven program staff;
* Maintains relations with the Open World Center, partner organizations, and U.S. hosts;
* Works jointly with the Moscow-based program manager to develop and implement a strategy for participant recruitment, selection, and implementation of the program;
* Works with the Moscow-based Open World manager to articulate program activities overseas and in the U.S.;
* Articulates program goals and policy to participants, partners, hosts, the public policy community and contractors;
* Ensures coordination with partner organizations on development of itineraries and placements for participants;
* Participates in development of participant tracking tools, including databases;
* Participates in development and implementation of pre-departure orientations, U.S.-based arrival orientations, and other professional programming for participants;
* Coordinates and oversees financial management, including developing the budget; authorizing and monitoring expenditure of contract funds; and identifying opportunities for cost savings;
* Monitoring compliance with the contract issued for the program by the Library of Congress;
* Oversees compliance through SEVIS;
* Develops written materials, including annual reports and weekly program reports;
* Coordinates travel and visa support for participants;
* Oversees maintenance of interpreter recruitment and database;
* Develops and implements policies and procedures covering a variety of situations, including emergencies.

Qualifications:
* Advanced degree preferred;
* Familiarity with the Russian political scene and Eurasia;
* Excellent writing skills;
* 5 years work experience managing international programs;
* Proficiency in spoken and written Russian;
* Experience working with leaders from Russia's political and economic spheres;
* Experience in preparing budgets and tracking and projecting expenses;
* Experience living in Russia or other countries of the former Soviet Union;
* Effective communication and representational skills; and
* Demonstrated effective organizational and planning skills.

To Apply:
Send letter/resume and salary requirements to
HR Department, American Councils,
1776 Massachusetts Avenue, Suite 700, Washington, DC 20036.
Fax: 202-572-9095 or 202-833-7523;
email: resumes@americancouncils.org
with job title in the subject line. 

Fellowship 2010: Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program

The US State Department has announced the opening of the Critical Language Scholarship application for summer 2010 study.  Unlike the NSEP: Boren award, this one does not carry a government service requirement.

The Critical Language Scholarships for Intensive Summer Institutes is a program of the United States Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and is administered by the Council of American Overseas Research Centers and the American Councils for International Education. The Critical Language Scholarships Program was launched in 2006. In 2010, 575 scholarships will be available in thirteen languages, including Russian.

Critical Language Scholarships (CLS) institutes provide fully-funded group-based intensive language instruction and structured cultural enrichment experiences for seven to ten weeks for U.S. citizen undergraduate, Master’s and Ph.D. students. 

The 2010 summer Russian placement possibilities are:

	Vladimir, Russia: NGEI Russian Language Center “CORA”
	Ufa, Russia: Bashkir State University
	Kazan’, Russia: Kazan’ Institute of Social Sciences and Humanities
	Vyatka, Russia: Vyatka State University

 Click here for more information about the program.

Qualifications:

Russian Language

• Intermediate: Minimum requirement: completion of two years of college-level Russian, or its equivalent, prior to the start of the program.
• Advanced: Minimum requirement: completion of three years of college-level Russian, or its equivalent, prior to the start of the program.

 General

• All applicants must be U.S. citizens.*
• Applicants must be currently enrolled in a U.S. degree-granting program at the undergraduate or graduate level.**
• Current undergraduate students must have completed at least one year of general college course-work by program start date (one year is defined as two semesters or three quarters).
• Be in acceptable mental and physical health. Grantees will be required to submit a satisfactory Medical Information Form and Physician’s Statement.
• Applicants must be 18 by the beginning of the 2010 CLS Program.
• Please see 2010 CLS Institute Language Levels for more information on language pre-requisites for individual institutes.
  Students in all disciplines, including business, engineering, law, medicine, sciences, and humanities are encouraged to apply.

 
To Apply:  Click Here.  The deadline is December 18, 2009.

Intern: Russia & Nuclear Policy

Organization: Council on Foreign Relations

Website: CFR


Title: Intern for Russia and Nuclear Policy

Location: Washington, DC

Salary: A modest stipend is offered upon completion of the internship.

Description:
The responsibilities of the intern will include (but are not limited to): • Assisting in the research and writing of a report on the future of U.S.-Russia arms control; • Providing administrative and logistical support related to planning a series of meetings and trips in Washington, DC, and in Moscow; • Tracking and summarizing English and Russian-language media sources on security issues. 

Qualifications:
Graduate student focusing on international relations, security studies, Russian studies, or a closely related field; • Advanced Russian language competency (reading and speaking) is required, experience studying or working in a Russian-speaking country is a plus; • Previous experience arranging international travel and events is preferred; • A background or interest in nuclear arms control, nonproliferation, or U.S.-Russia security issues is preferred; • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; • The ideal candidate will be extremely professional and well-organized. 

To Apply:
Council on Foreign Relations
Human Resources Office
1777 F Street NW
Washington DC 20006
Phone: 212-434-9400
Email: humanresources@cfr.org
Fax 202.509.8490

Qualified candidates may email, fax, or mail their resume and cover letter INCLUDING POSITION NAME, AND DAYS AND TIMES AVAILABLE TO WORK to the above address. The Council on Foreign Relations is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Quality, diversity and balance are the key objectives sought by the Council on Foreign Relations in the composition of its workforce.

Program Services Coordinator

Organization: Mercy Corps


Website: Mercy Corps


Title: Program Services Coordinator

Location: Portland, Oregon

Salary: Not Listed

Description:
This position is part-time at 20 hours per week. The Program Services Coordinator will assist the Asset Development Program and New American Agriculture Program. This position will contribute to the strategy, systems development, relationship development, administration and organizational development of the MCNW team.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Job responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

Assist with program evaluation and grant information tracking and reporting by gathering information from participants and program partners

Manage data entry and update of Asset Development program statistics on a regular basis

Prepare monthly statements, newsletters and appropriate written correspondence

Manage and maintain the two databases (Vista Share and I-Trac)

Maintain current and accurate files, running various reports and spreadsheets

Support clients in business plan development and accessing other MCNW programs

Assist in new grant proposals as needed

Build MCNW strategy, visibility and marketing efforts with other community development organizations working with refugee and immigrant populations, and directly with those populations.

Perform interpretations and translations

Interact proactively with staff to implement training to clients from non-English speaking backgrounds
 

Qualifications:
College degree or demonstrated work history in data management and administration.

Microsoft Office

Valid driver’s license

Some evening and weekend hours required

Fluent written and spoken Russian language skills preferred

Ability to work independently and cooperatively

Experience working independently and with databases

Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word and Excel

Demonstrated experience with a diverse client base of low-income people and their needs

Willingness and interest in working outside in small farm environment

Grant writing and grant reporting skills

Business experience a plus
 

To Apply:  Click Here

Fellowship 2010: Middlebury Summer Language Fellowships

Middlebury is offering two types of full summer language fellowships for 2010: the Kathryn Davis fellowships and minority fellowships.

Kathryn Davis:

The Kathryn Davis Fellowships for Peace: Investing in the Study of Critical Languages. These 100 fellowships are made possible by a generous gift from Kathryn Davis to address today’s critical need for increased language proficiency in the United States.

For the fourth year in a row, 100 Davis Fellowships are offered to cover the full cost of summer language study from beginner to graduate levels in Arabic, Chinese, Hebrew, Japanese, Portuguese, and Russian at the Middlebury College Language Schools. Fellowship grants cover the full comprehensive fee (tuition, room, and board) at the Middlebury summer Language Schools.

The Davis Fellowships are merit-based and intended for exceptionally qualified individuals with demonstrated interest in one or more of the following areas: international, global, or area studies; international politics and economics; peace and security studies; and/or conflict resolution. Individuals in other fields, including working professionals, are also encouraged to apply if their field of expertise requires them to study one of the critical languages listed above.

All materials must be received by February 1, 2010.

More information and application materials can be found here.

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Minority fellowships:

In the summer of 2010 the Middlebury College Language Schools will offer scholarships for students enrolled at Historically Black Colleges, Tribal Colleges, and Hispanic Serving Institutions. Recipients of these scholarships will receive funding to cover the comprehensive fee (tuition, room/board) for one summer of language study. Applicants for this scholarship should have strong demonstrated interest in any of the ten languages taught—Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, or Spanish—and must have the support of their home institution. As with the Davis fellowship, this fellowship covers the full comprehensive fee (tuition, room, and board) at the Middlebury summer Language Schools.

To qualify for consideration, students need to submit all application materials postmarked by February 2, 2010.

More information and application materials can be found here.

Fellowship 2010: NSEP Boren Fellowship

Organization: National Security Education Program

Website: NSEP: Boren

Title: Boren Scholar or Fellow

Location: Various cities, Russia and NIS

Stipend: $12,000 for 12-24 weeks, $20,000 for 25-36 weeks, $24,000 for 37-52 weeks

Description:
Boren Scholarships and Fellowships provide unique funding opportunities for U.S. undergraduate and graduate students to add an important international and language component to their educations. We focus on geographic areas, languages, and fields of study that are critical to U.S. interests and underrepresented in study abroad.

There is a government service requirement for awardees of this program's funding. 

Qualifications:

Boren Scholarship Eligibility 

• Boren Scholarships are for undergraduate students. You are eligible to apply for the Boren Scholarship if you are:

• A U.S. citizen at the time of application.

• A high school graduate, or have earned a GED, and are matriculated in an undergraduate degree program in a U.S. post-secondary institution, including universities, colleges and community colleges accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

• Applying to engage in a study abroad experience in a country outside of Western Europe, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand that meets home institution standards. 

• Planning to use the scholarship for study abroad, and the study abroad program ends before you graduate. Boren Scholarships are not for study in the United States. 

• For more information on the Boren Scholarships, click here.

Boren Fellowship Eligibility

• Boren Fellowships are for graduate students. You are eligible to apply for a Boren Fellowship if you are: 

• A U.S. citizen at the time of application. 

• Either enrolled in or applying to a graduate degree program at an accredited U.S. college or university located within the United States. To receive the award you must provide evidence of admission and enrollment in such a program. Boren Fellows must remain enrolled in their graduate programs for the duration of the fellowship. 

• For more information on the Boren Fellowships, click here.

To Apply: Apply Here The deadline is January 28, 2010 for the fellowship, and February 10, 2010 for the scholarship.  Be sure to follow all instructions carefully.  Good luck!

Site Assistance

Are there any good designers out there?  I am looking for someone who would not mind volunteering to create a simple Russian themed/related backdrop for the site.  It would beat the plan black backdrop that currently stands!  Nothing too fancy, just an image I could use to spruce up the site.   

Also, does anyone know how I can post a calendar application on the side of the front page?  It would be of tremendous use so I can add reminders for deadline dates for these opportunities.  I have tried looking through the applications that Blogger has, but could not find one.

Finally, I am thinking of building a Facebook page so people can be alerted once I make a new posting.  Any guidance on this would be great

If anyone can help with any of these, just respond to this post!

Fellowship 2010: Generous Fellowships

Within the next week, I will be posting information for three fellowship notices I received that essentially provide full funding for language study.  The turn around time for them will be from mid December to January.

Federal Govt: Foreign Affairs Officer

Organization: Department of State

Website: DoS

Title: Foreign Affairs Officer

Location: Washington, DC

Salary: $73,100 - 113,007 annually, plus federal benefits

Description: 
This position is located in the Bureau of Intelligence and Research, Office of Analysis for Russia and Eurasia, Foreign Policy and Western Republics Division (INR/REA/FPW) which is responsible for the program of review and analysis of classified, unclassified, and open source materials concerning all aspects of Russian foreign policy and on all aspects of the foreign and domestic policies of Ukraine, Moldova and Belarus, and the U.S. international relationships and interests with those countries.

The analyst's primary area of responsibility is providing all-source intelligence analysis on issues relating to political/military and socio-economic developments in Belarus and Moldova, as well as Belarusian and Moldovan foreign relations and policies.  The areas for review and reporting are related to the involvement of U.S. intelligence interests, preparation of INR assessments, President's Daily Brief contributions, preparation of material for Department publications, and daily intelligence briefing responsibilities. 

Qualifications:
Have a bachelor's or graduate degree from an accredited college or university in international law, international relations, political science, economics, history, sociology, geography, social or cultural anthropology, law, statistics, or in the humanities;

OR

Have a bachelor's or graduate degree from an accredited college or university that included a combination of courses, with at least 24 semester hours in international law and international relations, political science, economics, history, sociology, geography, social or cultural anthropology, law, statistics, or in the humanities;

OR

Have 12 semester hours in one of the above disciplines and 12 semester hours in statistics / quantitative methods.

OR

Have a combination of education and experience where your coursework was equivalent to a major, or a combination of related courses totaling at least 24 semester hours, (as shown above), PLUS appropriate relevant experience OR additional education.

OR

Have completed at least 4 years of appropriate experience in one OR more of the fields listed above in work associated with international organizations, problems, or other aspects of foreign affairs. (NOTE: qualifying work experience may have been gained through residence, study, teaching, business or commercial activities, military service, newspaper work, military or civil government activities, missionary or international relief work, or other experience in foreign countries.)

Note:  If you are qualifying based on education, you MUST submit transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement.  If you fail to provide requested information, or the information you submit is insufficient to verify your eligibility, you WILL lose consideration for this position.

IN ADDITION to the basic requirements, at the GS-12 level this position requires one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service which provided the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position.  Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following:

Experience analyzing and evaluating Belarusian and Moldovan political, military, economic, and societal factors and developments, and their foreign policies.

IN ADDITION to the basic requirements, at the GS-13 level this position requires one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal service which provided the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position.  Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following:

Experience analyzing and evaluating Belarusian and Moldovan political, military, economic, and societal factors and developments, and their foreign policies.

Experience providing advice, guidance, and consultation to senior officials with regard to the interpretation and application of analyses concerning Belarus and Moldova.

To Apply: Apply Here Deadline is November 13, 2009

Program Manager, Combating Xenophobia in Russia Program

Organization: IREX

Website: IREX

Title: Program Manager, Combating Xenophobia in Russia Program

Location: Various Cities, Russia

Salary: Not listed

Description:
IREX seeks a Program Manager for a possible program to combat xenophobia among youth in Russia. The Program Manager will have responsibility for organizing trainings, administering small grants, drafting reports to the funder and other documents in English, and liaising with IREX/DC. This position will be based full-time in one of the potential target regions of Russia (Krasnodarski Krai, Volgograd, Rostov, Stavropolski Krai, Chechnya, Dagestan, Ingushetia, Kabardino-Balkaria, or Karachaevo-Cherkessia). The position is contingent on funding.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

* Recruit participants and trainers and organize youth events

* Administer small grants program and monitor projects in target communities

* Draft reports for funder, success stories, and other documents in English

* Develop and maintain effective partnerships with local youth civil society organizations in target regions

* Serve as primary liaison with IREX headquarters


Qualifications:

* At least 3 years of program management experience required, preferably in the NGO sector; previous experience working on USG-funded programs strongly preferred

* Ability to draft complex documents in English required; experience drafting reports for USG-funded projects highly desirable

* Strong logistical and organizational skills required; experience organizing events for youth highly desirable

* Experience administering grants required

* Understanding of dynamics among ethnic groups in target regions

* Ability to navigate complex cross-cultural relations required, including strong communication and negotiation skills

* Fluency in English and Russian required; knowledge of other languages spoken in target regions preferred


To Apply:
Please apply online at our JOB BOARD at www.irex.org. If you have difficulties with the online system please send an email to jobboardhelp@irex.org with ATTN: DEV/RX/PM/SBB in the subject line.
Deadline: November 26, 2009.

Program Director, Combating Xenophobia in Russia Program

Organization: IREX

Website: IREX

Title: Program Director, Combating Xenophobia in Russia Program

Location: Various Cities, Russia

Salary: Not listed

Description:
IREX seeks a Program Director to launch and direct a possible program to combat xenophobia among youth in Russia. The Project Director will have overall responsibility for meeting program objectives, managing staff, coordinating with partner organizations, and financial oversight. This position will be based full-time in one of the potential target regions of Russia (Krasnodarski Krai, Volgograd, Rostov, Stavropolski Krai, Chechnya, Dagestan, Ingushetia, Kabardino-Balkaria, or Karachaevo-Cherkessia). The position is contingent on funding.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
* Provide vision and strategic direction for the program
* Develop and maintain effective partnerships with local youth civil society organizations in target regions
* Serve as primary liaison with donor(s)
* Oversee recruitment of participants and trainers and organize youth events
* Develop and oversee small grants program
* Recruit, manage, and mentor project staff
* Coordinate with home office
* Oversee project budgeting and ensure budget discipline
* Oversee monitoring, evaluation, and reporting on program activities

Qualifications:
* Five or more years of experience working on combating xenophobia and building tolerance in one or more of the target regions required
* Extensive experience working with youth required
* Extensive experience managing small grants required
* Excellent understanding of dynamics among ethnic groups in target regions required
* Strong ability to navigate complex cross-cultural relations required, including excellent communication and negotiation skills
* Experience managing USG-funded programs required
* Demonstrated ability to lead and develop staff, manage budgets and plan strategically and creatively to meet specified objectives
* Strong representational and organizational skills required
* Fluency in Russian and ability to function professionally and effectively in verbal and written English required; knowledge of other languages spoken in target regions preferred

To Apply:
Please apply online at our JOB BOARD at www.irex.org. If you have difficulties with the online system please send an email to jobboardhelp@irex.org with ATTN: DEV/RX/PD/SBB in the subject line.
Deadline: November 20, 2009.

Program Manager

Organization: IREX

Website: IREX

Title: Program Manager

Location: Moscow, Russia

Salary: Not listed

Description:
IREX seeks a program manager for its Education Programs Division programs in Russia. Candidates should have three years progressive work experience. This position is responsbile for promoting IREX Russia programs and activities to a wide audience, including the public and other program stakeholders, through writing annual reports, program promotional materials, and program success stories.


Qualifications:

* Experience with and interest in basic and higher education development, youth programs and international training programs;
* Knowledge of and experience with project design, proposal development, grant management, and financial management;
* Excellent business writing skills;
* Experience writing promotional materials and reports, strong editing skills;
* Ability and willingness to travel extensively;
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
* Supervisory skills, preferred;
* Proficiency in Russian; and
* Experience living and working in Eurasia, preferred.


To Apply:
Please apply online at our JOB BOARD. If for some reason you cannot apply online, send your resume and cover letter via email to resumes@irex.org or fax to (202) 628-8189. Include EPD/PM/RB in the subject line.  Deadline: November 18, 2009

Fellowship 2010: Eurasia Dissertation Support Fellowship

Organization: Social Science Research Council

Website: SSRC

Title: Eurasia Dissertation Support Fellowship

Location: Various Countries

Stipend: up to $25,000

Description:
The Eurasia Dissertation Support Fellowships provide financial and academic support to graduate students near completion of their doctoral programs in the social sciences and related humanities. The program provides fellowship awards of up to $25,000 for the 2010-2011 academic year, designed to allow advanced graduate students concentrated time to devote to the intellectual development of their projects and to write up the results of their research. In addition to financial assistance, the fellowship program provides academic support and numerous networking opportunities, as all fellows will be required to attend two workshops - one at the beginning and the other at the end of the their fellowship term. These workshops will allow fellows to discuss their work in an interdisciplinary setting with a number of their peers and resource faculty, as well as provide a number of training sessions explicitly geared towards advanced graduate students.

The Eurasia Dissertation Support Fellowships are intended for applicants who have completed their dissertation field research and/or data collection, who have made significant progress in outlining emergent, innovative contributions to scholarship, and who are willing to reach beyond the academic community to make their work known and accessible to a variety of publics. 

FAQ 

Qualifications:
All applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States as of December 10, 2009.

Applicants must have obtained ABD status (must have completed all requirements for the Ph.D. degree except for the dissertation) by the application submission deadline. Proposals and research must pertain to one or more of the regions and countries currently supported by the program (please see FAQ for further information). We will consider comparative projects if one or more of the countries/regions under consideration are supported by the program, and if our Selection and Oversight Committee determines that the project contributes to the field of Eurasian Studies.

Applicants must be able to attend two development workshops for fellows (dates TBD) that will be held at the beginning and after the end of the fellowship term (fall 2010 and fall 2011, respectively).

Please note: Award recipients' universities are required to make a cost-sharing contribution of not less than 10% of the award amount. This may be an in-kind contribution, and may come in the form of a tuition remission, a waiver of required fees, health coverage, etc. Please see the application and Institutional Support Form for full details.

 

To Apply:   Apply here before December 9, 2009

Eurasia Program Officer/Director

Organization: Social Science Research Council

Website: SSRC

Title: Eurasia Program Officer/Director


Location: Brooklyn, NY

Salary: Not Listed

Description:
The Program Officer/Director will supervise the program and its small team of dedicated professionals, and will be responsible for the overall management of the Eurasia Program, particularly the Title VIII Program for Research and Training on Eastern Europe and Eurasia. S/he will contribute to all aspects of strategic planning and will help facilitate communications and network-building among faculty, researchers, graduate students and institutions in both the United States and in the countries of Eurasia. The Officer/Director will be expected to identify linkages and synergies between past and current Eurasia Program activities and other Council programming helping to expand Eurasia Program networks. The Officer/Director will have the opportunity to aid in facilitating outreach between academic and policy communities, while continuing to fundraise, develop proposals and liaise with program donors.

Qualifications:
The best qualified candidates will have a Ph.D. in the Social Sciences, expertise in at least one and preferably two countries of Eurasia through research, teaching or organizational work, as well as experience in planning and implementing scholarly events and related activities. Applicants must have excellent speaking and writing skills in English, in addition to high level proficiency in Russian and/or at least one additional language of Eurasia. knowledge and experience administering federal grants; familiarity with the grants.gov system and Title VIII Program for Research and Training on Eastern Europe and Eurasia (Independent States of the Former Soviet Union) is preferred.

This position will require energy, enthusiasm, strong interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to travel domestically and internationally. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively, to manage multiple priorities and projects effectively, and to lead and supervise staff teams.
 

To Apply:
E-mail:
Applications@ssrc.org

Mail:
Human Resources - Eurasia Program Director Search
Search Social Science Research Council
One Pierrepont Plaza, 15th Floor
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Global Policy Fellow

Organization: Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

Website: Carnegie RU

Title: Global Policy Fellow

Location: Moscow, Russia

Salary:  The program will not provide a living stipend or per diem, as fellows are expected to continue collecting their usual salary from their employers.  The program will provide visa support, office space, computing and communications facilities, research and language support, a modest budget for research and travel within Russia, and cover the cost of airfare between Russia and the United States, and housing in Mosco.

Description:
The Carnegie Moscow Global Policy Fellowship is designed to bring senior American experts from a wide range of fields important to the future of the U.S.-Russian policy agenda to spend time in Moscow. Fellows will be housed at the Carnegie Moscow Center for a period of one to three months, with opportunities to visit other relevant institutions in Moscow and elsewhere in Russia, while pursuing a policy-relevant research project.  

While in Moscow, fellows will be expected to take part in the life of the Carnegie Moscow Center, including participation in seminars, workshops and conferences, and may organize seminars and other meetings to discuss their research topics. At the end of each term, fellows will be expected to produce a brief policy paper for publication and presentation at the Center. When possible, fellows will also be encouraged to present their findings at the Carnegie Endowment in Washington, D.C.

Qualifications:
The Carnegie Moscow Global Policy Fellowships program seeks individuals with significant experience working on issues of major policy concern but who are not "Russia hands." Fellows may be policymakers, whether in or out of government; policy experts; legislative staff, scientists and technologists; lawyers; businessmen and others. Any field of global policy relevance is eligible, but applications will be particularly welcomed that deal with issues of emerging relevance to the bilateral agenda, including climate change, energy efficiency and sustainable development. Preference will be given to applications that fall outside the Carnegie Endowment's core research areas (for these, see http://www.carnegie.ru/en/ and http://www.carnegieendowment.org).

While there is no specific tenure requirement, applicants should be able to demonstrate a strong track-record in their fields and an ability to influence the relevant policy discussions upon their return from Moscow. Knowledge of Russian or prior experience in Russia is not required. Fellows will be expected to remain employed at their U.S. organizations throughout their term in Moscow.
 

To Apply:
Applicants should send a letter of interest (summarizing the applicant's professional activities and interest in Russia, and indicating proposed dates for residence in Moscow), a CV, a brief (2-3 page) proposal for research to be conducted in Moscow (including an explanation of how time spent in Moscow would benefit the applicant's activities in the U.S.), and a letter from the applicant's employer confirming that organization's support for potential participation, to Sam Greene, deputy director of the Carnegie Moscow Center, at sgreene@carnegie.ru. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; there is no deadline, but applicants are requested to submit their packages at least two months prior to their proposed start dates. 

Program Associate for Russia and NIS Region

Organization: HealthRight International

Website: HRI

Title: Program Associate for Russia and NIS Region

Location: NYC

Salary: Not Listed

Description:
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES
1.    Support for field operations and program implementation

•  Assume NIS Program Manager (PM) responsibilities as requested when PM is out of office, including updating Senior Staff as requested.
• Maintain contact with field offices in Russia and Ukraine; provide research, logistical and other support to the field as needed. 
• Conduct background research on health (systems, statistical and intervention) data and information relevant to active programs in regions, for program use, potential publications, and for program decision making; summarize/disseminate as requested by Program Manager(s) and/or field staff.
• Assist in elements of program implementation, such as development of training programs, interventions, communication products, or other project deliverables.

2.    Support for new project development and proposal writing

• Conduct background research on information relevant for new program development.
• Assist in writing, revising, and editing concept papers and proposals, including preparing first drafts based on project documentation.

3.    Support for project monitoring and reporting

• Maintain a timeline of project related due dates and internal deadlines with regard to grant reporting and financial supervision.  Serve as a central coordination point for communications regarding deadlines and reporting between Program Director (PD) and PM (at HQ) and field staff. 
• Assist in writing, revising, and editing donor reports and presentations as needed, including preparing first drafts of reports based on project documentation.
• Proactively solicit information from the field as needed for ongoing or specific reports.
• Collect, organize and track utilization and other data from projects for use in reporting and monitoring, including periodic board reports and national program statistics.

4.    Administrative support

• Draft and track purchase requests, letters of agreement, and other project and administrative documentation.
• Review advance funds requests from the field for accuracy and conformance to planned and/or budgeted activities, and solicit feedback.  Present corrected advance requests to PM for final approval in a timely manner.  Review, process, and track invoices and expense reports from the field or consultants/volunteers.  Prepare or assist in the preparation and review of financial reports for funders.
• Prepare scopes of work and contract agreements for consultants and volunteers as needed, serving as a point person with Human Resources on these processes.  Assist in recruiting and preparation of short-term consultants and volunteers who are in the field or in the US, providing ongoing support.  Maintain regular contact with short-term consultants and volunteers in the field and for post-trip evaluation.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, including reservations, visas, advances, insurance, etc., for PM, field staff, volunteers, donors and consultants as requested and in a timely manner. 
• Support field staff with grant compliance issues and administrative services related to shipping, banking, insurance, procurement, as requested by PM.
• Update and maintain program materials for outgoing staff/volunteers/consultants (program descriptions, briefing notes, security protocols and other documents as needed/requested).
• Maintain program files and fulfill occasional administrative tasks as assigned.

5.    Internal and external outreach and correspondence

• Coordinate correspondence and communication with field offices and donors as advised by the Program Manager.
• Forward news and information to other departments for website, newsletter, annual report.
• Address needs of communications department and assist in writing program updates and articles, as they relate to designated program area(s) and/or region(s) and in the absence of the PM.
• Assist in writing, revising, and editing press and web pieces as needed.
• Attend or participate in conferences, meetings or workshops as a HealthRight International representative as requested, including preparation of reports, posters, and other presentations on HealthRight International projects.

6.    Miscellaneous

• Participate in recruitment efforts for new volunteers/staff/consultants and orientation, debriefing of same, as requested.
• Other duties as assigned by Program Manager or other senior staff.

NOTE: The above listed duties constitute an outline of the core tasks and responsibilities associated with this position.  These may be adjusted, modified, expanded or otherwise revised at any time as deemed necessary by the organization. 

Qualifications:

• BA or BS degree area related to international health, development, Russia/NIS region, or equivalent undergraduate degree.
• Two or more years work experience in public health, development, or humanitarian assistance.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Written and verbal fluency in English.
• Experience creating documents, drafting reports, performing literature and other searches.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and oversee projects, record keeping and procurement.
• Proficiency in: MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Access.
• Ability to lift and transport materials, file documents, work at keyboard for extended periods.
• Flexibility, versatility, and high tolerance for change.
• Ability to work creatively in a low-resource environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and creatively troubleshoot.

PREFERRED QUALFICATIONS:

• MPH or related graduate degree.
• Experience and language skills relevant to Russia and/or the NIS region.
• Experience in grant writing, grants management and reporting.
• Familiarity with issues and interventions concerning international health and human rights. 

 

To Apply:
Send CV, cover letter, and salary history by mail: HealthRight International, c/o Human Resources, 80 Maiden Lane, New York, New York, 10038; or by email to humanresources@healthright.org; or by fax to (212) 226-7026.  Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. No phone calls, please.  Please include job title in the subject line.

Fellowship 2010: International Research and Exchange (IREX) 2010 - 2011

Organization: International Research and Exchange (IREX)

Website: IREX

Title: Advanced Research Scholar

Location: Various cities in Russia and the surrounding countries

Salary: Stipend, airfare, visa, insurance, and other provisions

Description:
The Individual Advanced Research Opportunities Program (IARO) provides students, scholars and professionals with support to perform policy relevant field research, in the countries of Eastern Europe and Eurasia. In addition to engaging in research in the region, the IARO fellowship affords scholars the opportunity to increase their understanding of critical, policy relevant issues, develop and sustain international networks, and collaborate with foreign scholars on topics vital to both the academic and policy-making communities.


Applicants to the IARO program can apply to do research in up to three countries for up to nine months. As part of the IARO fellowship, participants are provided with visa assistance, international roundtrip transportation, a monthly allowance for housing and living expenses, as well as emergency evacuation insurance. IARO fellows also have access to resources available in any of IREX’s 25 field offices.
 

Qualifications:
IARO fellowships will be awarded in each of the following categories:

Master’s Student
Eligibility: Must be enrolled in a master’s program during the grant period
Grant Duration: one to three months

Predoctoral Student
Eligibility: Must be enrolled in a PhD program during the grant period
Grant Duration: two to nine months

Professional
Eligibility: Must have one of the following degrees (MA, MS, MFA, MBA, MPA, MLIS, MPH, JD, MD) and must not be enrolled as a student during the grant period.
Grant Duration: two to nine months

Postdoctoral Scholar
Eligibility: Must hold a PhD by the application deadline
Grant Duration: two to nine months

All applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents.
 

To Apply: Click Here  Deadline: November 17, 2009


My Note: IREX is a fantastic opportunity for people looking to do field work in Russia or the near abroad.  I was an IREX scholar years ago and highly recommend it.   Everyone in the organization, from the program officers, in-country staff, to the logistics officials were very friendly and efficient.  They award 20 grants for the masters level category yearly.  I am not sure the amount for the other two categories.  My advice is to be sure your research proposal is solid.  Also have contingency plans if possible.  They are not looking for an astrophysics level proposal.  They just want to ensure you know your reasons for wanting to conduct research, and that you know how to handle unforeseen circumstances.  Good luck :)

Federal Govt: Foreign Affairs Specialist

Organization: Department of Defense, Prisoner of War/Missing Personnel Office

Website: DoD

Title: Foreign Affairs Specialist

Location: Arlington, VA, then Moscow, Russia

Salary: $49,354.00 - $113,007.00, plus federal benefits

Description:

• Serve as an analyst within the Joint Commission Support Directorate and perform a full range of research, analysis and production tasks necessary to determine the facts with respect to missing American servicemen missing as a result of World War II, the Cold War, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War.   
• Advise the membership of the U.S.-Russia Joint Commission on POW/MIAs by designing and undertaking research initiatives.
• Seek to ascertain the facts regarding the capture, confinement, repatriation, or other disposition of mission-in-action American servicemen.
• Establish and maintain close working relationships with regional and functional specialists from the departments of Defense and State, the intelligence community, and the National Archives, among others.
• Maintain close coordination with Joint Commission Support Directorate (JCSD’s) Moscow-based researchers and investigators.  Assure that priority topics are rigorously pursued so that outstanding issues can be exhaustively examined and brought to closure. 
• Will be expected to deploy to Moscow, Russian Federation, for a 2-3 year period of time to function within American Embassy Moscow as the Russia-based direct representatives of the U.S. side of the U.S. – Russia Joint Commission on POW/MIAs. 
• Will interface daily with Russian commissioners, their staffs, and senior officials of the Russian Government, academicians, non-governmental organizations, and media representatives.  Will be responsible for managing an office staff within the embassy, acting as a full member of the embassy's country team, conducting research in Russian archives, and carrying out research and investigative missions in the Russian Federation. 

Qualifications:

•  Ability to read, speak and comprehend the Russian language.

You must possess 52 weeks of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the next lower grade level or pay band that has equipped you with the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position shown above. The creditable specialized experience is:

• Experience researching the Russian military, governmental, social and political structure. 

Education may be substituted for the above specialized experience in a directly related field if you possess two years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master’s degree or master’s or equivalent graduate degree or above.


ALL applicants must meet the BASIC EDUCATION REQUIREMENT as follows: 

Degree: major or equivalent, or a combination of courses totaling at least 24 semester hours, in international law and international relations, political science, economics, history, sociology, geography, social or cultural anthropology, law, statistics, or in the humanities; or 12 semester hours in one of the above disciplines and 12 semester hours in statistics/quantitative methods. OR Combination of education and experience--courses equivalent to a major, or a combination of related courses totaling at least 24 semester hours, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education OR Experience-four years of appropriate experience in one or more of the fields listed above in work associated with international organizations, problems, or other aspects of foreign affairs.


Knowledges, skills, and abilities that are needed to perform the duties of this position are:

1. Knowledge of a variety of interviewing and negotiating techniques.
2. Knowledge of various archival research methodologies.
3. Ability to carry out independent research and analysis. 
4. Ability to communicate orally.
5. Ability to communicate in writing.

To Apply:   Apply Here Deadline is October 16, 2009