Research Program Manager

Organization: Johns Hopkins University

Website:  JHU

Title: Research Program Manager 

Location: Moscow, Russia

Salary: $43,920 - $60,417

Description:
The Research Program Manager will be based in Moscow, Russia and serve as the liaison between Johns Hopkins investigators and local study partners. Primary responsibilities include:

1. Coordinate and lead training of field staff on study protocol, recruitment methodology, and data tools and collection.
2. Oversee field management and cleaning of study data.
3. Prepare data monitoring and field progress reports and coordinate communications with JHU investigators.
4. Assist investigators with the development and management of study databases.
5. Resolve study protocol and data issues between JHU investigators and local study partners
6. Coordinate with clinical labs and with clinical facility.
7. Other duties as assigned by principal investigator. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline.
• Five years related experience.
• Additonal related education may substitute for experience.
• Demonstrated experience with database management protocols appropriate for a long-term study including quality assurance procedures, routine monitoring, safety and confidentiality, backup, editing and preparing working datasets for statistical analyses.
• Proficiency in scientific computing/programming and database management using SQL, SAS, MS-ACCESS, or other relevant software.
• Experience with qualitative research methods.
• Working knowledge of the Russian language.
• Ability and willingness to live and work in Moscow, Russia.
• Demonstrated supervisory or lead responsibilities.
• Involvement in HIV-related field studies among vulnerable populations.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate scientific findings and interact with investigators.
• Position requires handling/shipping specimens which requires additional JHU certifications/training.

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s or Doctoral degree in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Public Health, or Health Science preferred.


To Apply:  Apply Here

Special Events and Communications

Organization: Russian American Foundation

Website: RAF

Title: Special Events and Communications [sic]

Location: New York, NY

Salary: $30,000 - 35,000 plus benefits

Description:
A non-for profit is looking for an individual to be responsible for planning and implementing annual events such as; Festival, exhibits, musical performances and receptions. In that capacity, you will be asked to perform program planning, sponsor relations and development, budgeting, marketing, as well as administrative duties that support daily activities. Additionally, you will be asked to maintain and develop foundation’s relationships with its VIPs and supporters, as well as general outreach..

Qualifications:
- English and Russian strong oral and written communication skills
- Multitasking ability, strong organizational skills, attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Some weekends w/evenings will be required to work
- Desire to work in a small, casual office environment which encourages initiative and ideas
- Appreciation and/or interest in cultural events and international cultures

To Apply:  Send resume and cover letter to Olga - RusAmFoundation@aol.com

Program Assistant, Eurasia and Belarus

Organization: Center for International Private Enterprise

Website: CIPE

Title: Program Assistant

Location: Washington, DC

Salary: Not Listed

Description:
This position is based in Washington, DC and will have the responsibility of working on the CIPE programs in Belarus and Central Asia with potential secondary responsibility to other regional and/or country initiatives and communications support. The position requires a dedicated Program Assistant to provide administrative, programmatic and communication support for the program.
Responsibilities:

• Correspond via e-mail and phone with program partners to coordinate program development and track program progression.
• Assist in writing, reviewing, editing and preparing quarterly narrative and financial reports, program proposals, articles, press releases and other documents for submission to donor agencies and CIPE internal and promotional use.
• Create and maintain a variety of program and correspondence files for the Eurasia department.
• Process invoices, vouchers, field office liquidations and other financial procedures.
• Develop and maintain systems for tracking project reports, approvals and payments.
• Handle international travel arrangements and local meeting logistics, as needed.
• Prepare routine correspondence and mailings.
• Perform clerical duties, as needed.
• Adhere to appropriate office procedures, CIPE, NED and USAID policies and procedures.

Qualifications:
Education:

• BA degree or equivalent required.

Experience or Skills Desired:

• Excellence in writing, reporting, and English composition.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to take initiative to manage multiple, detail oriented-tasks with limited supervision.
• Background in Eurasian (former Soviet Union) economic and political affairs and/or democracy development programs.
• Working knowledge of Eurasian (former Soviet Union) political, social, economic, and cultural environment.
• Fluency in written and spoken Russian required.
• Minimum two years of administrative office experience.
• Computer knowledge, preferably Microsoft Office, Internet, Excel, and Power Point.

To Apply:
Please send a resume or CV, cover letter, writing sample and salary history to jobs@cipe.org; subject Eurasia-Belarus/Central Asia. No phone calls, please. There is a two-page limit on writing samples.Submissions demonstrating writer’s ability to synthesize information are preferred. Applications submitted without writing samples will not be considered.

Intelligence Specialist

Organization: United States Air Force

Website: DoD - USAF

Title: Intelligence Specialist

Location: Dayton, OH

Salary: $39,497 - 72,716, plus federal benefits

Description:
Serve as an Intelligence Specialist providing in-depth research, analysis, interpretation, and assessment of open-source intelligence data focusing on current and future foreign air, space, and cyberspace force capabilities, assessment on air, space, and cyberspace force doctrine, force structure, operational art, exercise analysis, and threat perceptions in an extensive variety of scientific and technical domains, rsulting in tailored open-source inelligence (OSINT) products/reports. Performs research with a specific focus on Russian language sources of information.

Qualifications:
You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower level in the Federal service (Federal service is not a  requirement). Specialized experience is experience researching, reviewing, analyzing or evaluating intelligence data to include writing, preparing or giving intelligence reports or briefings

OR

You must have completed at least one year of graduate education in a directly related field of study from an accredited college or university (transcripts required)

To Apply:  Apply Here by February 9, 2010

Program Assistant - International Harm Reduction Development

Organization: Open Society Institute

Website: OSI

Title: Program Assistant

Location: New York, New York

Salary: Not Listed

Description: 
The International Harm Reduction Development Program (IHRD), part of the Open Society Institute's Public Health Program, works to reduce HIV and other harms related to injecting drug use and to press for policies that reduce stigmatization of illicit drug users and protect their human rights. The IHRD program assistant reports to the deputy director, and works in close coordination with other IHRD and PHP staff.

Responsibilities

Budgets and Strategic Planning

• Manage and track program budgeting and spending throughout the year
• Coordinate preparation and submission of annual IHRD budget, in collaboration with the OSI Finance Department, OSI PHP and IHRD staff
• Maintain internal budget database
• Coordinate development of annual activity plans in collaboration with IHRD Deputy Director and program staff
• Assist Deputy Director in monitoring and assessment of progress toward expected outcomes in annual activity plans
• Provide other support to IHRD strategic planning processes as needed  

Grants Management

• Prepare pre-grant documentation and arrange for necessary internal approvals
• Maintain grant filing system
• Work with IHRD program officers to ensure timely receipt and review of grant narrative and financial reports, and related correspondence both internally and externally
• Serve as liaison with OSI grants management, legal and financial departments

 General IHRD support

• Maintain a familiarity with the work of grantees, consultants, other funders, and international organizations
• Serve as an informational resource to grantees and others
• Respond to requests for information about the program, grant queries, and requests for technical assistance
• Provide other administrative support as needed

 Qualifications:  

• At least 2-4 years of relevant work experience in a non-profit/foundation or administrative office setting
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• Extensive computer skills, (expertise with Microsoft Excel, Word, Access and Internet required; experience with databases preferred)
• Grants management and/or budget/financial management experience
• High level of attention to detail and ability to work well and accurately under pressure
• Excellent written, verbal, organizational and time management skills
• Flexibility and willingness to work simultaneously on a wide range of tasks and projects and ability to prioritize tasks
• Demonstrated interest or experience in harm reduction, HIV/AIDS, and/or human rights advocacy for vulnerable groups
• Commitment to working collegially and effectively as a member of a team
• High level of self-motivation and ability to work independently when necessary
• Ability to listen and communicate clearly and effectively with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds
• Pleasant, diplomatic manner and disposition in interacting with senior management, co-workers and the general public
• Willingness to travel
• Knowledge of the Eastern Europe/Central Asia region and Russian language skills a plus.

To Apply:
Please email resume and cover letter with salary requirements before February 5, 2010, to: humanresources@sorosny.org. Include job code in subject line: PA-PHP-IHRD 

OR

Open Society Institute
Human Resources - Code PA-PHP-IHRD
400 West 59th Street
New York, New York 10019
FAX: 212.548.4675

Administrative Assistant

Organization: Rutgers University

Website: Rutgers

Title: Administrative Assistant 

Location:  New Brunswick, NJ

Salary: Not Listed

Description:
Provides administrative support by creating an organized office workflow and by assisting with coordination of programs, exhibitions, and publications. Assists with the department's correspondence, maintains the department's library, updates mailing lists, schedules and accommodates visiting scholars. Coordinates the preparation and distribution of didactic materials. Collects, verifies, and processes factual data, such as catalogue and caption information. Coordinates and serves as a liaison with other museum departments and the general public. Is responsible for logistics of openings, conferences, and other exhibition-related events. Provides assistance with finances, budget planning, and monitoring. Prepares and oversees financial documents, such as invoices, contracts, reimbursement requests, and purchase orders.  

Qualifications:
Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of office administration, organization, coordination, facilitation, bookkeeping, and/or report writing. Requires good communication skills, computer literacy, and a strong attention to detail. Knowledge of Russian language and culture is strongly preferred; previous experience in a cultural or educational institution is desired.

To Apply:  Apply Here

Program Intern - Central Asia

Organization: Institute for New Democracies

Website: IND

Title: Program Intern - Central Asia

Location: Washington, DC

Salary: Not Listed

Description:
Institute for New Democracies (IND) is now hiring interns for its Washington, D.C. office. Major responsibilities include:
- Research and writing for various projects
- Working directly with IND staff on designing and developing program content
- Managing and organizing contacts database
- Office management duties

Qualifications:
-Excellent writing skills
- Exceptionally strong communication skills and ability to demonstrate initiative, leadership, and creativity
- Excellent computer skills, including database entry, word processing, and spreadsheet
- Familiarity with Central Asian political, social, and economic development issues
- Russian proficiency a plus

To Apply:
Applicants should send a CV and cover letter to:  Natalie Zajicova     

Project Administrator - Kazakhstan

Organization: Chemonics International

Website: Chemonics

Title: Project Administrator

Location: Kazakhstan

Salary: Not Listed

Description:
Chemonics seeks a project administrator for an anticipated five-year, USAID-funded health improvement project in Central Asia. The project's goals are to create a safer medical environment, strengthen public health capacity, improve health service quality, and empower civil society to better respond to health needs. Responsibilities include: serve as a critical liaison to USAID; ensure compliance with rules and regulations; draft technical scopes of work; manage multiple complex budgets; and supervise central operations personnel. 

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in health or social sciences or advanced degree related to public health, management, or other relevant field
• Minimum five years of mid- to senior-level experience working with donor-funded projects
• Broad technical management expertise specific to health development
• Extensive knowledge of and experience managing and reporting on multiple earmarks and funding streams
• Strong interpersonal, writing, and oral presentation skills
• Proficiency in Russian strongly preferred

To Apply:
Send electronic submissions to CARHIP@chemonics.com by February 01, 2010. Please submit CV and cover letter with the position title in the subject line. No telephone inquiries, please. 

Regional Quality Improvement Director

Organization: Chemonics International

Website: Chemonics

Title: Regional Quality Improvement Director 

Location: Kazakhstan

Salary: Not Listed

Description:
Chemonics seeks a regional quality improvement director for an anticipated five-year, USAID-funded health improvement project in Central Asia. The project's goals are to create a safer medical environment, strengthen public health capacity, improve health service quality, and empower civil society to better respond to health needs. Responsibilities include: design integrated health programs to improve the quality, scope, and coordination of health services in Central Asia; develop quality improvement strategies; communicate international standards for quality improvement; and liaise with regional country leaders to implement programs.


Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in health or social sciences, or a related advanced degree relevant to public health, management, or other relevant field
• Minimum 10 years of experience within the health sector, particularly within health sector reform and quality improvement
• Demonstrated technical breadth within TB, HIV/AIDS, and maternal and child health
• Demonstrated experience in the management, design, and implementation of a complex delivery program in participatory quality improvement
• Demonstrated evidence of strong leadership skills and ability to build collaborative relationships among program staff, partners, other cooperating agencies, key stakeholders, and donors
• Substantive work experience in the former Soviet Union strongly preferred
• Proficiency in Russian strongly preferred

To Apply:
Send electronic submissions to CARHIP@chemonics.com by February 01, 2010. Please submit CV and cover letter with the position title in the subject line. No telephone inquiries, please. 

Federal Govt: Park Ranger

Organization: Department of the Interior

Website: DoI

Title: Park Ranger

Location: Sitka & Mount Edgecumbe, AK

Salary: $16.64/hour

Description:

As a member of the park’s interpretation and education team, incumbent researches, develops and presents guided walks, talks, and tours on the cultural and natural history of Sitka National Historical Park and Southeast Alaska. Conducts frequent tours of the 1843 Russian Bishop’s House and occasional guided walks along park trails featuring totem poles, the 1804 battle between Tlingit Indians and Russian fur traders, and natural history subjects. Regularly performs interpretive roving patrols on park trails and at the Russian Bishop’s House to present cultural and natural history of the region. Incumbent will perform work at the park’s visitor center greeting visitors and answering questions. Answers telephone inquiries and written requests for information.  Incumbent is expected to perform fee collection duties including operating cash register and completing shift reports. This position assists with special interpretive programs and projects. If selected, appointee will be subject to a background investigation for suitability determination. Duties require the ability to climb stairs in the Russian Bishop’s House National Historic Landmark.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:   The work involves extensive periods of standing and walking, in some cases over rough surfaces or inclines, carrying backpacks, tools, rescue equipment, etc.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:   The work is performed in settings in which there is regular and recurring exposure to moderate discomforts and unpleasantness, e.g., high or low temperatures, confined spaces or adverse weather


Qualifications:
You must show one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-04 level in the federal service.   Specialized experience  is defined as experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.   Examples of qualifying specialized experience for this position include, but are not limited to, the following: park guide or tour leader, work in a park, recreation or conservation area, environmental education, history and/or cultural resources education, and natural sciences education.   Work will include independent research and presentation.

OR

EDUCATION: You must possess a 4 year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree with 24 semester hours of related course work.   One year of full time undergraduate study is defined as 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours.

To Apply:  Apply Here by January 25, 2010

Federal Govt: Park Guide

Organization: Department of the Interior

Website: DoI

Title: Park Guide

Location: Sitka & Mount Edgecumbe, AK

Salary: $14.87/hour

Description:

Staffs information counter at the visitor center serving as initial contact for all visitors entering the building. Greets everyone entering the building. Provides information on a variety of subjects and interprets park values for visitors with varying interests and backgrounds. Orients hikers to conditions and equipment needs. Presents informal interpretive programs including introductions to films, map talks, and static exhibit interpretation at the visitor center. Performs roving interpretations, providing visitors with information on park related activities, services and park themes.

As a member of the park’s interpretation and education team, incumbent researches, develops and presents guided walks, talks, and tours on the cultural history of Sitka National Historical Park and Southeast Alaska. Conducts frequent tours of the 1843 Russian Bishop’s House, and occasional guided walks along park trails featuring totem poles and the 1804 battle between Tlingit Indians and Russian fur traders. Regularly performs interpretive roving patrols on park trails and at the Russian Bishop’s House to present cultural and natural history of the region. Incumbent will perform work at the park’s visitor center, greeting and answering visitor questions. This position performs fee collection duties, and is expected to operate a cash register and complete shift reports. Answers telephone inquiries. Incumbent will assist with special interpretive programs and projects. If selected, appointee will be subject to a background investigation for suitability determination. Duties require the ability to climb stairs in the Russian Bishop’s House National Historic Landmark.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:   Standing for long periods of time, walking for distances up to one miles here, climbing and descending steep inclines, bending, and lifting moderately heavy items in a repetitive motion is required.  Mental stress and physical fatigue occure due to high volume of personal contacts, occasional emergency responses, and repetitive nature of interpretive programs.  

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  Work is performed indoores at the visitors center as well as in outdoor areas resulting in exposure to extreme temperatures, rain, snow, wind and direct sunlight.

Qualifications:

Applicants must possess six (6) months of general experience and six (6) months of specialized experience for a total of one year of experience. 

General experience is any type of work that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work of the position, or (2) experience that provided a familiarity with the subject matter or processes of the broad subject area of the occupation.   Examples of general experience include, but are not limited to, selling merchandise, collecting and accounting for fees or other monies, greeting visitors, disseminating information, providing directions, or other work which required dealing with people on a recurring basis; and that indicates the ability to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of this position.

Specialized Experience is experience that that involved oral presentation of historical, scientific, or program information to groups; or developing and/or revising technical, historical, or scientific information for oral presentation to groups.  Examples of specialized experience could include Park Guide or tour leader; naturalist; environmental educator or teacher; or other similar work.

OR

Education:   Applicants must have two years of education above high school (60 semester hour or 90 quarter hours) which included at least 12 semester hours of directly related courses, such as in American history, science, and/or public speaking.

To Apply:  Apply Here by January 25, 2010

Regional Program Director for Professional Exchanges

Organization: Project Harmony International

Website: PHI

Title: Regional Program Director for Professional Exchanges

Location: Moscow, Russia

Salary: Not Listed

Description:
Project Harmony, an innovative, not-for-profit professional exchange and training organization working across the US, Eurasia and the Middle East currently seeks an experienced, mature professional to join its team in Russia as the Regional Program Director for Professional Exchanges for a professional training and exchange program. The position is based in Moscow and involves regular travel throughout Russia and across Eurasia.

As the Regional Program Director, you will be joining a team of innovative leaders working to achieve effective, transparent and team-oriented implementation of your program, while contributing to Project Harmony’s overall mission to build a strong global community by fostering civic leadership, harnessing Internet technology, and facilitating cross-cultural learning.

• Manage and monitor all program components, including planning and implementing program strategy, hiring and overall supervision of local staff, fiscal oversight, and evaluation and reporting;
• Develop work plans and strategic approaches to professional development programming, including participant recruitment and alumni follow-on support;
• Oversee the design and management of regional recruitment and selection processes;
• Ensure necessary linkages with other local and internationally-funded projects that contribute toward professional development and cross-cultural collaboration;
• Approve and submit to funding agency all proposed work plans, staffing plans, budgets and required reports;
• Collaborate with Project Harmony’s implementing partners to coordinate efforts and share program results. 

Qualifications:
• Significant professional experience managing development and/or exchange programs in Eurasia
• Minimum 4 years experience in international development and program management
• Working knowledge of US government and other international donor contracting mechanisms and procedures
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills
• Russian and English language fluency required
• Master's degree in a closely related field, or bachelor's degree and six years equivalent experience
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, and the ability to negotiate with local and foreign experts, managers, and government officials to ensure the successful completion of project activities

To Apply:
Interested applicants should send cover letter, resume, and salary history by email to: hr@ph-int.org Subject line should read: RU-RPD. No phone calls please.

Federal Govt: Wage and Hour Investigator (Russian or Polish/English)

Organization: Department of Labor

Website: DoL

Title: Wage and Hour Investigator 

Location: Westbury, NY

Salary: $53,500.00 - $69,545.00 annually, plus federal benefits. 

Description:
The incumbent observes and participates in a variety of applications of the provisions of the laws enforced by the Wage and Hour Division. Duties include the following:

-Receives basic training under a structured training program.

-Reviews available file material pertinent to cases assigned, performs necessary research, and seeks necessary guidance to become familiar with all aspects of the case. Demonstrates ability to understand, interpret and apply written material, much of which is technical or legal in nature.

-After limited training conducts moderately difficult investigations to develop information and evidence through such means as interviews, observations, and examination of business and payroll records.

-Gathers and analyzes facts obtained; identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives and make recommendations regarding the nature and extent of any violations that may be found. Accurately performs necessary mathematical computations, choosing appropriate mathematical technique, to determine amount of back wage liability.

- Negotiates for compliance and payment of back wages when authorized, or participates in such negotiations with the supervisor or a higher level investigator. Expresses information effectively to individuals or groups (including employers, legal representatives, union officials, etc.) of varied backgrounds, making clear and
convincing oral presentations to persuade others to accept recommendations, cooperate or change their behavior with people who are difficult, hostile, or confrontational.

-Prepares case investigation file, including written narrative reports and electronic forms for submission to the supervisor or higher level officials. Written material must use correct English grammar, punctuation and spelling, and must be succinct and organized and explain and document findings.

-Uses a computer on a regular basis to enter required data into the Wage and Hour Investigative Support and Reporting Database and for word processing functions. 

Qualifications:
Applicants must meet at least TWO of the following THREE specialized criteria requirements:

-General knowledge of Federal and/or State wage and hour labor laws, industrial occupations, wage scales, employment practices, or salary and wage administration practices or other criminal or civil law enforcement experience.

-Skill in analyzing written/verbal information and numerical data and making decisions on issues based on interviews, records review, reconstruction of missing or fraudulent records and applying legal or regulatory provisions, precedents, and principles to specific investigative matters.

-Skill in personal contacts requiring the ability to explain requirements or rights and obtain information and cooperation from people with diverse backgrounds and levels of understanding, reconcile conflicting interests, and persuade others to comply voluntarily with requirements.

In addition to the criteria specified above, applicants must have knowledge of and ability to apply the provisions of Federal wage and or State wage hour labor laws pertaining to wages, hours of work, or
related conditions of employment. 

This position requires fluency in both the English and Russian or Polish languages. In order to qualify under this announcement, applicants must document their ability to read, write, and speak the Russian or Polish language on their resume. 

To Apply:  Apply Here by January 27, 2010.

Care Advisor

Organization: Springwell, Inc.

Website: Springwell

Title: Care Advisor

Location: Watertown, MA

Salary: Not Listed

Description:
Progressive agency located in Watertown dedicated to helping elders remain at home with supportive services. As a member of an interdisciplinary team, you will conduct home visits, assess client’s needs and develop and manage service plans.

The Care Advisor will balance their schedules visiting clients in their homes, working in the office handling various administrative duties including entering progress notes in client database, making and receiving phone calls related to client issues and participating in team meetings. Full-time (37.50 hrs.) with four day work option after 6 months. 

Qualifications:
Bilingual in Russian/English
BA/BS with elder care experience and LSW preferred.
Must have own transportation.
Strong communication and organizational skills required. 

To Apply:

Resumes with cover letter: Attn: Human Resources
By fax: (617) 926-9897
Email: hr@springwell.com
Mail: Springwell, Inc.,125 Walnut St.
Watertown, MA 02472 

Resident Director - Belarus

Organization: National Democratic Institute

Website: NDI

Title: Resident Director - Belarus

Location: Kyiv, Ukraine

Salary: Not listed

Description:
The National Democratic Institute for International Affairs (NDI) seeks a Resident Director to implement programs to promote citizen participation in the political life of Belarus through civil society organizations and political parties. This position will be based in Kyiv, Ukraine, from which NDI operates its Belarus program remotely.  Extensive travel in the region will be required.

Background
Over the last several years,  NDI has assisted Belarussian civic groups and activists as well as political parties in strengthening their capacities as instruments of public participation in decision-making. The program is run and implemented from an office in the neighboring country of Ukraine and includes a series of training and technical assistance activities as well as small-grant support to nonpartisan Belarussian civic groups.

The Director will be responsible for managing these programs, which provide assistance in a wide range of areas depending on each group's needs and might include organizational development, communications, planning, membership recruitment, advocacy and outreach to citizens.  NDI seeks a senior professional with these skills and additional qualifications and credentials as described below.

The Resident Director will also represent NDI to the US Embassy and USAID, and local and international non-governmental organizations (NGOs). The Director will also be responsible for the overall management of a multinational office that comprises about eight professional and support employees. Close coordination will also be expected with NDI -Washington, including day-to-day contact with the Washington-based staff that provides oversight for field activities.


Qualifications:

• Oversee the design and implementation of training programs and consultations for civic groups and political parties;
• Conduct trainings and consultations in with civic and party leaders;
• Provide day-to-day management and oversight of local and expatriate program staff in the field office;
• Maintain relationships with key partners in civil society, government and the donor community;
• Oversee the development, review and timely submission of program-related materials, including regular reports that measure and evaluate program results, and reports on political developments in Belarus that may affect program outcomes;
• Ensure adherence to NDI-DC and relevant host-country  policies and procedures, as well as adherence to funder/donor regulations, ensuring the integrity of all financial transactions.

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a field of study related to political science, international development, or international affairs;
• Fourteen (14) years substantive political experience. This may include working as senior staff for parliamentarians/Members of Congress, on political campaigns, or for politically active non-governmental organizations;
• Experience in program management, especially implementing USAID-funded programs;
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with senior political and civic leaders as well as members of the donor and diplomatic community;
• Ability to communicate skills and experience to others as a trainer;
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English;
• Experience in living and working overseas and an ability to work in a challenging environment is strongly preferred, as is previous experience in former Soviet/Eastern bloc countries.

To Apply: Click Here    Tracking Code:216919-85

Program Officer - International Harm Reduction Development

Organization: Open Society Institute

Website: OSI

Title: Program Officer

Location: New York, New York

Salary: Not Listed

Description: 
IHRD's Program Officer for Treatment Monitoring and Advocacy will be responsible for the development and coordination of grantmaking, technical assistance, and advocacy strategies to increase drug users' access to integrated and high quality treatment, including HIV, TB, Hepatitis C and drug treatment.  The geographic areas of focus for these activities are Russia, Ukraine, Central Asia and the South Caucasus, but will also include some engagement in Asia and Africa.   The Program Officer for Treatment Monitoring and Advocacy reports to the Director of IHRD, as part of a team of IHRD staff members working to increase community engagement in the formation and implementation of treatment-related policies and practices. 

 Qualifications:  

• Minimum of 5 years relevant work experience in issues related to drug treatment, harm reduction, human rights, drug use and/or HIV, TB and Hepatitis C
• Masters degree in related field
• Direct experience in working with community-based groups on the development and implementation of advocacy strategies and campaigns with demonstrable policy impact
• Proven ability to inspire local actors to strengthen their service delivery efforts through monitoring and advocacy for policy change, and to equip them with the appropriate tools and knowledge to do so.
• Commitment to harm reduction principles
• Familiarity with international funding mechanisms and advocacy relevant to treatment for vulnerable groups preferred
• Ability to listen and communicate effectively with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds
• Excellent oral and written English skills
• Proficiency in Russian language desirable, but not required 
• Willingness to travel internationally on a frequent basis.

To Apply:
Please email resume and cover letter with salary requirements before January 31, 2010, to: humanresources@sorosny.org. Include job code in subject line: IHRD-PO

OR

Open Society Institute
Human Resources - Code IHRD-PO
400 West 59th Street
New York, New York 10019
FAX: 212.548.4675

Immigration Assistant (Russian Linguist)

Organization: Lockheed Martin - PAE Group

Website: Lockheed Martin - PAE

Title: Immigration Assistant 

Location: Moscow, Russia

Salary: $1575 monthly salary, $42 per diem, free housing and flight, and other benefits

Description:

• Processes applications in Russian and English for refugee status in accordance with INS and Department of State regulations and procedures.
• Explains in Russian American immigration requirements and related Russian/NIS formalities as currently understood.
• Drafts and types telegrams, reports and corresponds on consular matters.
• Understands and is able to administer the visa quota control system.

Qualifications:

• Must have two years of office experience generally related to the duties of the position.
• A BA or BS degree may be substituted for work experience requirements.
• Must possess great discretion and tact.
• Must be able to type at least 40 WPM and should be competent with MS Office applications MS Word and MS Excel.
• Russian language ability at the 3/3 level is required.

To Apply:
PAE Government Services, Inc.
Washington Office
1525 Wilson Blvd, Suite 900, Arlington, VA 22209
1-800-405-6599
paemoscow@paegroup.com

Country Director, Ukraine

Organization: American Bar Association

Website: ABA

Title: Country Director

Location: Kyiv, Ukraine

Salary: Not Listed

Description:
The Country Director will provide overall field responsibility for in-country programs, including grant-funded programs, implemented overseas; manages international and local staff; identifies program methodologies and develops long-term and short-term strategies and work plans to improve the rule of law in the country of responsibility. Implements, monitors and evaluates in-country programs and activities. Responsible for financial oversight of all programs and for donor relations in-country. In cooperation with headquarters-based program staff, drafts grant proposals and undertakes fundraising in-country. 

Qualifications:
Must have a JD and 7 years or master's and 10 years relevant experience, including some international experience. Experience in working with USG funded programs preferred. Experience or knowledge of legal reform issues in region or country where placed. Language proficiency required or extremely helpful depending on region. Living abroad often in developing countries lacking in amenities. Can be subject to conditions harsh enough to allow both hardship and danger pay from USG.

To Apply: Apply Here