Organization: Alzheimer's Association - NYC Chapter
Website: Alz NYC
Title: MedicAlert and Safe Return Assistant
Location: New York, NY
Salary: Not Listed
Description:
1. MedicAlert and Safe Return Assistant must speak English and Russian
2. Present the MedicAlert and Safe Return program, Alzheimer’s Disease overview, and overview of Chapter programs and services to the Russian speaking population and do on-site registration in community agencies throughout the 5 boroughs
3. Complete registration forms either over the telephone or at health fairs
process incoming and outgoing correspondence
confirm the enrollees address and all their contact information
input data into the MedicAlert and Safe Return data base and helpline database
answer phone inquiries
work in collaboration with the New York City Police Department
4. Translate MedicAlert and Safe Return English literature and materials into Russian
5. Respond to lost and found incidents in the absence of the Safe Return Manager and/or Community Outreach Associate
6. Interpret from Russian to English to assist in care consultation
7. After hours, weekends and Holiday telephone back up as needed
8. Staff chapter events-Memory Walk and Gala
*Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a related area.
Work Experience: Minimum three years work experience in a related area.
To Apply:
Please send a cover letter and CV or resume to Elizabeth Bravo Santiago, MASR Manager, ESantiago@alznyc.org or fax to 212-697-6158.
No Phone Calls Please.
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Federal Govt: International Broadcaster (Russian)(Online)
Organization: Broadcasting Board of Governors
Website: BBG
Title: International Broadcaster
Location: Washington, DC
Salary: $74,872 - $97,333 annually, plus federal benefits
Description:
The incumbent serves as an International Broadcaster (Online) in the Russian Service of the Voice of America, with responsibility for writing, blogging and editing content for the Service's web, social media, and mobile phone-based news and information outlets. The incumbent must have demonstrated experience in web-based journalism, in particular with specific understanding of blogging and Russian blogs dealing with US-Russian relations, social networking and community based websites
Qualifications:
Basic Requirements For the Position: Applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience directly related to this line of work and MUST be bilingual in Russian and English with the ability to fluently report, research and accurately translate in both languages.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: One year of specialized experience is defined as: writing or editing news stories/news stories/ news analyses and/or feature stories in English and Russian for a recognized news publication such as a daily newspaper or a weekly news magazine; or for a wire service such as AP, UPI, or Reuters; or for broadcast by a radio or television station OR a reliable news website either domestic or foreign. Such experience must clearly demonstrate the knowledge, skill or ability to (1) understand and write domestic about domestic and international affairs, (2) write for audiences of varying backgrounds and interests, (3) write under deadline pressure, (4) exercise sound and independent judgment, and (5) skill to write broadcast quality news.
To Apply: Apply Here by April 23, 2010
Website: BBG
Title: International Broadcaster
Location: Washington, DC
Salary: $74,872 - $97,333 annually, plus federal benefits
Description:
The incumbent serves as an International Broadcaster (Online) in the Russian Service of the Voice of America, with responsibility for writing, blogging and editing content for the Service's web, social media, and mobile phone-based news and information outlets. The incumbent must have demonstrated experience in web-based journalism, in particular with specific understanding of blogging and Russian blogs dealing with US-Russian relations, social networking and community based websites
Qualifications:
Basic Requirements For the Position: Applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience directly related to this line of work and MUST be bilingual in Russian and English with the ability to fluently report, research and accurately translate in both languages.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: One year of specialized experience is defined as: writing or editing news stories/news stories/ news analyses and/or feature stories in English and Russian for a recognized news publication such as a daily newspaper or a weekly news magazine; or for a wire service such as AP, UPI, or Reuters; or for broadcast by a radio or television station OR a reliable news website either domestic or foreign. Such experience must clearly demonstrate the knowledge, skill or ability to (1) understand and write domestic about domestic and international affairs, (2) write for audiences of varying backgrounds and interests, (3) write under deadline pressure, (4) exercise sound and independent judgment, and (5) skill to write broadcast quality news.
To Apply: Apply Here by April 23, 2010
Saturday, April 10, 2010
Federal Govt: Foreign Affairs Specialist
Organization:Department of Energy
Website: DoE
Title: Foreign Affairs Specialist
Location: Washington, DC
Salary: $51,630 - $97,333 annually, plus federal benefits
Description:
You will serve as a Country Manager in the Office of Second Line of Defense (SLD)-NA-256, which supports Former Soviet Union (FSU) states and other nations committed to the control of nuclear material movement through their international crossing points. The program supports work in Russia, Ukraine, and Kazakhstan, as well as approximately 70 additional countries in the Former Soviet Union, Eastern Europe, the Caucuses and Central Asia which enhances host nations' ability to detect, deter, and interdict the illicit trafficking in nuclear and other radioactive materials.
In the performance of your duties, you will be responsible for;
-Keeping abreast of changes pertaining to the SLD program goals, objectives, and criteria.
-Provide authoritative advice, guidance, and recommendations on the SLD program in the short and long term.
-Provide briefings in formal and informal settings.
-Provide input, as requested, on policy and program management recommendations to the ADA, NA-25 and other managers on implementation of SLD projects.
-Develop, negotiate, and oversee bilateral agreements with several host nation government agencies and technical institutes.
-Coordinate, manage and oversee tasks, events, and activities related to the deployment process; and strategic planning, budget development, and program reviews.
-Work closely with other U.S. Government offices involved in international and domestic nuclear border and security programs.
You are required to have access to highly classified/restricted data documents and/or materials, thus demanding the highest degree of public trust and therefore requiring the incumbent to obtain and maintain a DOE "Q" security clearance. You will be expected to travel, both domestically and overseas approximately 25%.
Qualifications:
A. 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
B. 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
C. 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. Evaluation of Experience: 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.
To Apply: Apply Here by April 23, 2010.
Website: DoE
Title: Foreign Affairs Specialist
Location: Washington, DC
Salary: $51,630 - $97,333 annually, plus federal benefits
Description:
You will serve as a Country Manager in the Office of Second Line of Defense (SLD)-NA-256, which supports Former Soviet Union (FSU) states and other nations committed to the control of nuclear material movement through their international crossing points. The program supports work in Russia, Ukraine, and Kazakhstan, as well as approximately 70 additional countries in the Former Soviet Union, Eastern Europe, the Caucuses and Central Asia which enhances host nations' ability to detect, deter, and interdict the illicit trafficking in nuclear and other radioactive materials.
In the performance of your duties, you will be responsible for;
-Keeping abreast of changes pertaining to the SLD program goals, objectives, and criteria.
-Provide authoritative advice, guidance, and recommendations on the SLD program in the short and long term.
-Provide briefings in formal and informal settings.
-Provide input, as requested, on policy and program management recommendations to the ADA, NA-25 and other managers on implementation of SLD projects.
-Develop, negotiate, and oversee bilateral agreements with several host nation government agencies and technical institutes.
-Coordinate, manage and oversee tasks, events, and activities related to the deployment process; and strategic planning, budget development, and program reviews.
-Work closely with other U.S. Government offices involved in international and domestic nuclear border and security programs.
You are required to have access to highly classified/restricted data documents and/or materials, thus demanding the highest degree of public trust and therefore requiring the incumbent to obtain and maintain a DOE "Q" security clearance. You will be expected to travel, both domestically and overseas approximately 25%.
Qualifications:
A. 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
B. 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
C. 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. Evaluation of Experience: 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.
To Apply: Apply Here by April 23, 2010.
Federal Govt: Administrative Assistant
Organization:Department of Commerce - International Trade Administration
Website: DoC
Title:Administrative Assistant
Location:Washington, DC
Salary: $34,075 - $44,293, plus federal benefits
Description:
This position is located in the Office of Europe, Market Access & Compliance, International Trade Administration. The incumbent will serve as the administrative assistant with responsibilities for supporting the DAS for Europe and working with support staff in the Offices of European Country Affairs; EU; and Russian, Ukraine and Eurasia to ensure that the organization administrative needs are managed in a timely manner.
The incumbent will review and edit all documents requiring the Deputy Assistant Secretary(DAS) of Europe's signature. He/She will also coordinate all tasking in the front office; conducting the DAS' daily calendar; oversee all trip planning and preparations; conducting research on topical issues related to the DAS' agenda; assist in the drafting of DAS speeches and other forms of correspondences; help organize and foreign chambers of commerce to raise awareness of EUR office's efforts; assist in monitoring EUR office case work performance. The incumbent will provide guidance and instructions to subordinate offices on preparation of correspondence, reporting, requirements, or other administrative procedures.
Qualifications:
FOR THE GS-05: You must possess 52 weeks of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-04that has equipped you with the necessary knowledge skills and
abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position.
Specialized experience is defined as experience organizing and coordinating international projects including missions that facilitate U.S. companies with trade and investment in Europe.
Best qualified candidates will possess the following Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities:
1. Ability to effectively write, review and edit various documents and conduct research on topical issues.
2. Ability to effectively manage and coordinate schedules for senior level officials and organize their travel arrangements.
3. Ability to perform data gathering, assembly, interpretation and associated work.
APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO PROVIDE NARRATIVES TO THE KSA'S AS THEY
WILL BE ADDRESSED WITHIN THE ONLINE QUESTIONNAIRE.
To Apply: Apply Here by April 20, 2010
Website: DoC
Title:Administrative Assistant
Location:Washington, DC
Salary: $34,075 - $44,293, plus federal benefits
Description:
This position is located in the Office of Europe, Market Access & Compliance, International Trade Administration. The incumbent will serve as the administrative assistant with responsibilities for supporting the DAS for Europe and working with support staff in the Offices of European Country Affairs; EU; and Russian, Ukraine and Eurasia to ensure that the organization administrative needs are managed in a timely manner.
The incumbent will review and edit all documents requiring the Deputy Assistant Secretary(DAS) of Europe's signature. He/She will also coordinate all tasking in the front office; conducting the DAS' daily calendar; oversee all trip planning and preparations; conducting research on topical issues related to the DAS' agenda; assist in the drafting of DAS speeches and other forms of correspondences; help organize and foreign chambers of commerce to raise awareness of EUR office's efforts; assist in monitoring EUR office case work performance. The incumbent will provide guidance and instructions to subordinate offices on preparation of correspondence, reporting, requirements, or other administrative procedures.
Qualifications:
FOR THE GS-05: You must possess 52 weeks of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-04that has equipped you with the necessary knowledge skills and
abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position.
Specialized experience is defined as experience organizing and coordinating international projects including missions that facilitate U.S. companies with trade and investment in Europe.
Best qualified candidates will possess the following Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities:
1. Ability to effectively write, review and edit various documents and conduct research on topical issues.
2. Ability to effectively manage and coordinate schedules for senior level officials and organize their travel arrangements.
3. Ability to perform data gathering, assembly, interpretation and associated work.
APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO PROVIDE NARRATIVES TO THE KSA'S AS THEY
WILL BE ADDRESSED WITHIN THE ONLINE QUESTIONNAIRE.
To Apply: Apply Here by April 20, 2010
Friday, April 9, 2010
Monitoring and Evaluation Manager
Organization: HealthRight International
Website: HRI
Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Manager
Location: Kiev, Ukraine
Salary: Not Listed
Description:
The Monitoring and Evaluation Manager supports HealthRight International’s Ukraine team. This position has substantial potential for growth. The Manager’s key responsibilities will be to develop monitoring and evaluation, outreach and communication processes, and to develop the capacity of HealthRight’s projects in Ukraine. The Monitoring and Evaluation Manger will work closely with the Country Director and other members of the Ukraine team. The successful candidate must be very familiar with Ukraine’s HIV/AIDS epidemic, marginalized populations, and issues affecting women, and will be expected to communicate with partner organizations regarding the monitoring and evaluation of HealthRight’s projects. The Monitoring and Evaluation Manger will also work with HealthRight’s local partners to build their monitoring, evaluation and communications capacity and to collect anecdotal examples of program impact and ensure that these are incorporated into reports.
RESPONSIBILITIES and DUTIES:
Qualifications:
Send CV, cover letter, and salary history by mail: HealthRight International, Halyna Skipalska, 23 Pochainynska St., office 52, Kyiv, Ukraine 04070; or by email to halyna.skipalska@healthright.org; or by fax to +38 (044) 425 4613. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Please include job title in the subject line. Deadline: May 1, 2010.
Website: HRI
Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Manager
Location: Kiev, Ukraine
Salary: Not Listed
Description:
The Monitoring and Evaluation Manager supports HealthRight International’s Ukraine team. This position has substantial potential for growth. The Manager’s key responsibilities will be to develop monitoring and evaluation, outreach and communication processes, and to develop the capacity of HealthRight’s projects in Ukraine. The Monitoring and Evaluation Manger will work closely with the Country Director and other members of the Ukraine team. The successful candidate must be very familiar with Ukraine’s HIV/AIDS epidemic, marginalized populations, and issues affecting women, and will be expected to communicate with partner organizations regarding the monitoring and evaluation of HealthRight’s projects. The Monitoring and Evaluation Manger will also work with HealthRight’s local partners to build their monitoring, evaluation and communications capacity and to collect anecdotal examples of program impact and ensure that these are incorporated into reports.
RESPONSIBILITIES and DUTIES:
- Work closely with the Country Director and HealthRight team to lead the assessment of project activities.
- Create monitoring and evaluation structure and plan, and ensure that the plan is well designed adequately implemented and that results are distributed appropriately.
- Assist with reporting, including preparing analyses, and identifying illustrative examples of program impact during monitoring visits.
- Manage the routine and systematic collection of data from partners in accordance with agreements.
- Ensure timely responses to specific internal and external requests for monitoring and evaluation results.
- Maintain strong communication with partners to identify exemplary program successes, and work with partners to capture those examples in success stories, with an emphasis on collecting individual stories of impact and success.
- Learn, capture and disseminate information about changes, new standards and developments in HealthRight’s work to partners.
- Contribute to the HealthRight management team’s representational efforts by assisting with donor briefings and field visits.
- Liaise with HealthRight headquarters to ensure strong communication and coordination across the organization.
- Other tasks as assigned by the Country Director.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience working in international organizations in the area of HIV, marginalized populations, and women’s issues
- Experience in project level monitoring and evaluation data gathering and analysis
- Excellent communication skills: speaking, writing and listening
- Report writing experience and excellent writing skills
- Proven ability to prioritize and handle multiple, on-going assignments
- Creativity, innovation and teamwork skills
- Fluency in Ukrainian, Russian and English
Send CV, cover letter, and salary history by mail: HealthRight International, Halyna Skipalska, 23 Pochainynska St., office 52, Kyiv, Ukraine 04070; or by email to halyna.skipalska@healthright.org; or by fax to +38 (044) 425 4613. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Please include job title in the subject line. Deadline: May 1, 2010.
Monday, April 5, 2010
Resident Director - Russian Federation
Organization: National Democratic Institute
Website: NDI
Title: Resident Director
Location: Moscow, Russia
Salary: Not Listed
Description:
Qualifications:
To Apply: Apply Here Tracking Code: 216985-851
Website: NDI
Title: Resident Director
Location: Moscow, Russia
Salary: Not Listed
Description:
The National Democratic Institute for International Affairs (NDI) seeks a Resident Director to design and implement democracy assistance programs in the Russian Federation. Particular focus is on strengthening the civic and political organizing capacities of Russian leaders in a wide range of Russian partner organizations and outreach with Russian governmental and non-governmental leaders. This position will be based in Moscow and requires travel throughout the country.
This position will have supervisory responsibility for the design and implementation of programs for civic and political activists, particularly at the regional and local levels and among emerging leaders. The Resident Director will also represent NDI to the government of Russian Federation, the US Embassy and USAID, and local and international non-governmental organizations (NGOs). Candidate will also be responsible for the overall management of the office, to include financial and human resource management. 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.
This position will have supervisory responsibility for the design and implementation of programs for civic and political activists, particularly at the regional and local levels and among emerging leaders. The Resident Director will also represent NDI to the government of Russian Federation, the US Embassy and USAID, and local and international non-governmental organizations (NGOs). Candidate will also be responsible for the overall management of the office, to include financial and human resource management. 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.
Required Skills
- Oversee in collaboration with Moscow-based staff the design and implementation of NDI’s programs and consultations with civic and political leaders as well as elected and other government officials;
- Provide day-to-day management and oversight of professional and support 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 describe activities, measure and evaluate program results, and report on political developments in Russian Federation that may affect program outcomes;
- Ensure adherence to NDI-DC and Russian policies and procedures, as well as adherence to funder/donor regulations, ensuring the integrity of all financial transactions.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a field of study related to political science, international development, or international affairs;
- Minimum fourteen (14) years substantive political experience, with particular emphasis on local organizing, issue-based advocacy, training and leadership development within politically active non-governmental organizations, parties or election campaigns;
- Experience in program and personnel management;
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with senior political and civic leaders as well as members of the donor and diplomatic community;
- Ability to communicate and adapt skills and experience to others as a trainer, advisor and consultant;
- Strong oral and written communication skills in English;
- Experience in living and working overseas and an ability to work in a challenging environment is highly desirable, as is previous experience in former Soviet/Eastern bloc countries.
- Previous experience working with USAID-funded programs also desirable.
To Apply: Apply Here Tracking Code: 216985-851
Sunday, April 4, 2010
Federal Govt: Visitor Use Assistant
Organization: Department of the Interior
Website: DoI
Title: Visitor Use Assistant
Location: Sitka & Mount Edgecumbe, AK
Salary: $28,726 - $37,340 annually plus federal benefits
Description:
You will be serving as a uniformed, front-lined representative of the National Park Service. You operate the park's visitor center and greet visitors at the Russian Bishop's house, collecting and verifying use fees, and issuing park passes and follow established guidelines for handling government funds. Reconciles shifts, prepares deposits and remittances, coducts fee audits, maintains stock and supply inventories, and manages change funds. Answer visitor’s questions, assist visitors with bookstore purchases and operates a cash register. Answer telephone inquiries. Presents guided tours of the historic Russian Bishop's house and conducts roving interpretation on park trails and grounds. Assist with special interpretive programs or projects.
For questions regarding the duties of this position, please call Clarence Wadkins at (907) 747-0132.
Qualifications:
Specialized Experience and/or Education: You must have acquired certain higher level education or specialized experience to qualify for the GS-05 grade level of this position. This qualifying education and/or experience can be met through any of the following:
Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience. Specialized experience is equivalent to the GS-04 level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of a Visitor Use Assistant. Examples of specialized experience are, performing fee collection activities for museum, public visitor-oriented fee operation, providing recreation program support activities, or public relations work.
Education: You must have four years of education above high school (120 semester hour or 180 quarter hours) leading to a bachelor’s degree in any field of study.
Equivalent Combination of Education and Experience: You must have a combination of experience and education as describe above. Only the education above the first 60 hours is creditable. The total of the combination of experience and education must equal 100%.
To Apply: Apply Here by April 15, 2010.
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