American Center Director

Organization: American Center in Moscow

Website: AMC

Title: American Center Director

Location: Moscow, Russia

Salary: Not Listed

Description:
The American Center in Moscow (AMC) is a cooperative venture between the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy and the Russian State Library for Foreign Literature (LFL). It consists of: (1) a lending library with a circulating book collection, reference works, periodicals, and Internet, (2) a venue for extensive educational and cultural programs and (3) and is co-located with the EducationUSA Advising Center (EAC). The American Center’s primary task is to provide information about the United States to Russian audiences, thereby promoting greater mutual understanding. The Director is responsible for the oversight of the Center.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with the U.S. Embassy Public Affairs section
• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Center
• Maintain the relationship between the Center and the administration of the LFL
• Supervise a staff of 11 and numerous volunteers
• Effectively manage funds and material resources
• Maintain all financial relationships with outside contractors and vendors
• Plan and organize all cultural and educational programming and activities
• Create the Center's monthly calendar
• Recruit native English speaker volunteers for activities and lectures
• Maintain relationships with patrons and various Center groups: American Literature Club, AMC Public Speaking Club, and American Conversation Cafe
• Identify appropriate new audiences for outreach activities

Qualifications:

• University Degree
• Excellent written and verbal English language communication skills
• U.S. Citizenship
• Strong Russian language skills
• Living and working experience in Russia
• Sound program management background
• Supervisory experience
• Financial management and accounting experience
• Public speaking and presentation skills
• Computer skills
• Library experience desirable but not required

To Apply: Cover letters and resumes may be sent by March 31, 2010 by e-mail to Telleen@amc.ru

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Program Manager - Russia and NIS

Organization: HealthRight International

Website: HRI

Title: Program Manager for Russia and NIS Region

Location: NYC

Salary: Not Listed

Description:
The global health and human rights organization HealthRight International (formerly Doctors of the World-USA) seeks a dynamic public health professional to manage existing programs and develop new projects in Russia, Ukraine, and the region of the Newly Independent States (NIS). This position is based at HealthRight headquarters in NYC.  Programs in this portfolio serve at-risk children and youth, families affected by HIV/AIDS, and other marginalized populations, including injection drug users. Reaching out to the most vulnerable and marginalized populations, HealthRight works with local partners to build lasting access to health for excluded communities through a rights-based approach. HealthRight is looking for an expert and advocate who shares our commitment to provide local communities with the means to fight disease and discrimination, and to ensure children have the support and protection of families, through building the capacity of local health services and transforming national and international public health policy to effect lasting change.

Duties include program assessments and design, oversight of 75 staff, including direct supervision of one HQ and one field staff and operations, technical input to ongoing projects, monitoring and evaluation, donor relations, proposal writing, and fiscal oversight.

The position requires frequent international travel, collaborative work style, comfort working with a diversity of cultures, experience with rights-based programming approaches and an understanding of human rights and public health.

Qualifications:
MPH or equivalent graduate degree (degree preferred, but experience may substitute), at least 3-8 years of field and HQ-based experience in international health, outstanding writing and communication skills, and capacity to work with public and private funders. Russian language skills required (other NIS languages a plus), and experience implementing or managing programs in Russia or the NIS region a must, with a special understanding of the regional sensitivities, challenges and opportunities for advocacy to change national and global policy.

Strongly preferred qualifications include: experience with services for at-risk youth and families and/or with HIV/AIDS among marginalized populations.

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 include job title in the subject line.

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Student Support Specialist - Russian

Organization:Lutheran Community Services Northwest

Website: LCSNW

Title:Student Support Specialist - Russian

Location: Portland, Oregan

Salary: Not Listed

Description: 
Position is hourly, nonexempt, 15 hours per week. Candidate is responsible for program's direct contact with adolescent and teenage youths and their parents/guardians, case managers, schools, and other support services. Student Support Specialist will outreach into Portland's Eastern European community to enroll students (12-18 years) in program for mentoring services. 


Qualifications:
Specialist must have excellent writing, reading, and speaking skills in English; also must be verbally fluent in Russian. Must be computer literate and able to use Microsoft Word. Must be able to work occasional evenings and weekends. Able to work as a team providing mentee and mentor support services.

Must have attended and completed U.S. high school. Ideal candidate currently holds Associate degree/diploma from a U.S. institution or working toward such a degree (minimum) at a U.S. institution. Candidate is culturally competent to work with target population and in multicultural environment. Has valid U.S. driver license and insurance.

To Apply:
Email cover letter and resume to:
fharon@lcsnw.org

Faridah Haron, EdD
Program Manager
Helping A Youth Leap Onward (HAYLO)
Multicultural Community Services
of Lutheran Community Services NW
605 SE 39th Avenue
Portland, OR 97214

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Head of Finance and Administration

Organization: Danish Refugee Council

Website: DRC

Title:Head of Finance and Administration

Location: Grozny, Russia

Salary: Not Listed

Description:
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is seeking a competent manager with long finance and administrative experience to head the Finance and Administration Department of DRC’s operation in North Caucasus (NC).

In an effort to strengthen the financial and administration capacity at the global level, DRC is in the planning process of establishing several permanent Head of Finance and Administration (HoFA) positions that will rotate every second year among larger DRC country programmes. The vacant position in NC is expected to be included into this scheme.

The HoFA will be responsible for ensuring a sound financial, administrative, procurement and logistic operation of our NC programme in accordance with DRC's internal procedures, donor requirements and Russian legislation. 

Qualifications:
•University in accounting/management/business administration; Chartered Accountant certification or equivalent
•Professional financial management background
•Minimum 5 years relevant experience, preferably in an international NGO
•Fluency (written and spoken) in English. Russian language skills an advantage
•Previous DRC experience an advantage

COMPETENCIES
•Ability to develop clear goals and identify priority activities and assignments
•Demonstrated skills in planning, budgetary control, and monitoring performance
•Demonstrated IT skills. Knowledge of Navision an advantage
•Ability to work in a deadline driven environment and undertake a proactive approach
•Strong communication and inter-personal skills, demonstrated ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
•Solid experience in facilitating trainings and workshops 

To Apply:  Apply Here by March 14, 2010.

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Deputy Chief of Party - Russia

Organization: Population Services International

Website: PSI

Title: Deputy Chief of Party

Location: Moscow, Russia

Salary: Not Listed

Description: 
PSI seeks qualified candidates for the position of Deputy Chief of Party for an anticipated USAID-funded HIV prevention project for at-risk populations in Russia. The project aims to contribute to the Government of Russia's fight against HIV/AIDS promoting HIV prevention programs targeting most at-risk populations (MARPs), particularly injecting drug uses (IDUs), the primary drivers of the epidemic. In collaboration with key stakeholders working in the area of HIV, the project is intended to provide technical expertise and support which will contribute to the federal endorsement of an essential package of HIV prevention services for IDUs. With a growing number of prevention programs and models developed in Russia today, the new project also aims to assist in the consolidation of the various prevention approaches into a broad, yet targeted, menu of effective services for prevention programs, particularly for IDUs. The project will also emphasize strengthening the technical capacity of civil society and government organizations implementing HIV prevention activities targeting IDUs.

The Deputy Chief of Party will specifically be responsible for providing technical leadership in the areas of behavior change communications, and monitoring and evaluation, while also playing an active role in the general management and leadership of the project. This position is based in Moscow, Russia and reports to the Chief of Party for the HIV Prevention for At-Risk Populations Project.
Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in public health, health administration, health management, medicine, or health specialization required
• At least 6 years of experience leading HIV or drug demand reduction projects in developing countries
• At least 5 years work experience in Russia or the former Soviet Union, managing and leading cross-cultural teams
• Proven experience developing and advocating with government, donors, other stakeholder and partners
• Demonstrated skills in written and oral communication, report writing, financial management, project monitoring, and supervision/mentoring of staff
• Ability to use both English and Russian in professional settings
• Willingness to travel in country up to 20% of the time

The successful candidate will able to thrive in a matrix management setting, be a creative, innovative and strategic thinker, and will have demonstrated experience implementing HIV/AIDS prevention programs; in-depth understanding of regional coordination mechanisms; and proven ability to produce results. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in program management with knowledge of USAID regulations and reporting requirements.

To Apply:  Apply Here

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Program Assistant: Eurasia (Caucasus)

Organization: National Democratic Institute

Website: NDI

Title: Program Assistant

Location: Washington, DC

Salary: Not listed

Description:
The National Democratic Institute (NDI) seeks a Program Assistant to provide programmatic and administrative to support to the Eurasia team. NDI invites all qualified candidates to apply for a full-time entry-level professional position in a dynamic, fast-paced organization that promotes democracy worldwide. The position offers a window into the field of international development work, with challenging opportunities for those wishing to explore a career in the expanding realm of international relations.

• Gather reports from various news sources in the Caucasus region;
• Assist with administrative tasks such as photocopying, burning cds, preparing presentations, faxing, and managing guest lists for external events;
• Plan and organize events for visiting politicians and government officials;
• Prepare program briefing materials for NDI trainers and field representatives as necessary;
• Research non-US donors and gather information on application procedures;
• Collate information from weekly field reports and begin organizing for inclusion in donor reports; and
• Attend workshops, lectures and other events within and outside of NDI.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in International Relations, Political Science or a related field; graduate degree preferred;
• Interest in/knowledge of political issues and history of Eurasia and/or the Caucasus, knowledge of regional language(s) preferred;
• Strong written and oral communication skills;
• Efficiency and organization skills;
• Able to work independently and as part of a group;
• Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously; and
• Computer knowledge skills, including MS Word, Excel and the Internet.

To Apply: Click Here  Tracking Code 216960-851

Fellowship 2010: Gilman

The Gilman Scholarship application for Fall 2010 and Summer 2010 study abroad programs is available online.The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program offers grants for U.S. citizen undergraduate students of limited financial means to pursue academic studies abroad, including Russia.

Over 1,700 scholarships of up to $5,000 will be awarded this academic year for U.S. citizen undergraduates to study abroad. Award amounts will vary depending on the length of study and student need with the average award being approximately $4,000. Undergraduate students who are receiving Federal Pell Grant funding at two-year or four-year colleges or universities are eligible to apply.

Students who apply for and receive the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship to study abroad are then eligible to receive an additional $3,000 Critical Need Language Supplement from the Gilman Scholarship Program for a total possible award of up to $8,000. 50 Critical Need Language Supplements were offered to Gilman Scholarship recipients during the 2008-2009 academic year.

The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program is open to all U.S. citizen undergraduates, in good academic standing, who meet the criteria listed below:

• The applicant must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant or provide proof that he/she will be receiving a Pell Grant at the time of application or during the term of his/her study abroad.
• The applicant is applying to or has been accepted into a study abroad program eligible for credit by the student's accredited institution of higher education in the U.S.
• The applicant is studying abroad for at least 28 days in one country. Programs going to more than one country are eligible if the student will be studying in one country for at least 28 consecutive days.

Apply here by April 6, 2010.

For further information, visit the Gilman Website.