Program Intern for Russia and NIS Region

Organization: HealthRight International

Website: HRI

Title: Program Intern for Russia and NIS Region

Location: NYC

Compensation: Not Listed

Description:

• The Program Intern will support HealthRight’s Russia and Newly Independent States (NIS) programs, through research and writing, as well as general administrative tasks.  Under the Russia and Ukraine Program Associate’s supervision and guidance, the Intern’s responsibilities will include the following:
• Review and edit grant reports and proposals.
• Conduct research and compile news items related to the region
• Prepare reports of current events and security issues to share with other program staff.
• Draft agendas and take notes at meetings to share with relevant staff.
• Take documents, such as visa applications, to the appropriate agencies, when necessary.
• Provide other program and administrative support as requested by the program team.

Qualifications:

• Must have at least completed sophomore undergraduate year (graduate students welcome – will consider more advanced tasks for graduate students) 
• Very strong writing skills
• Detail oriented
• Strong organizational skills
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently
• Ability to meet deadlines reliably            
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Russian language skills

To Apply:
Send CV and cover letter by email to humanresources@healthright.org; by mail: HealthRight International, c/o Human Resources, 80 Maiden Lane, New York, New York, 10038; or by fax to (212) 226-7026.  Please include position title in the subject line.

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Case Manager

Organization: Queens Community House

Website: QCH

Title: Case Manager

Location: Kew Gardens, NY

Compensation: $35,000 to $40,000

Description:
1)Conduct outreach with hospitals, houses of worship, physicians, disease focused organizations, community-based organizations, and others as identified to enhance value and increase awareness and accessibility of the Caregiver Support Services program.

2)Provide current, appropriate and timely information in response to caregiver inquiries, and provide resource referral options appropriate to caregiver needs.

3)Responsible for all program documentation including caregiver intakes, assessments, and home health care services paperwork. Develop caregiver care plans consistent with caregiver goals. Must also maintain accurate participant files in accordance with NYC DFTA standards.

4)Conduct in-home assessments as needed to determine eligibility for caregiver services

5)Provide one-on-one counseling as indicated by expressed caregiver needs in accordance with NYC DFTA standards.

6)Schedule and provide educational opportunities for caregiver clients.

7)Advocate for clients when necessary.

8)Accurately complete monthly statistics for reporting to lead agency.

9)Make appropriate referrals to Social Adult Day Services program for group respite.

10)Establish case management and appropriate community contacts in participant catchment areas for referral and case coordination. Work with other agency workers and program participants on related social service needs utilizing collateral contacts, I&R, case assistance, case conferences, counseling and advocacy.

11)Develop and lead support groups that accommodate the broad needs of the different populations of caregivers in the community. Expand the meeting time and place of these support groups.

12)Support Social Adult Day program/staff as needed.

13)Attend continuing education seminars as appropriate.  

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree.
MUST be Bilingual in Russian and English. 


To Apply: Please contact Laurie Avery at lavery@qchnyc.org


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IS Manager

Organization: FINCA International 

Website: FINCA

Title: IS Manager

Location: Samara, Russia

Compensation: Not Listed

Description:

FINCA International is looking for an IS (Information Services) Manager, to be based in Samara, Russia. The IS Manager reports to the CEO with a functional report line to the Director of Regional IS for Eurasia. The IS Manager is in charge of leading a function whose key responsibility is to facilitate alignment of FINCA’s technology with its operational vision based on the information systems strategy, by putting in place IS systems which provide business advantage and increase operating efficiency in serving the FINCA’s clientele. The IS Manager works with the Eurasia regional hub in developing business projects and guiding the other IS teams of the Eurasia region in developing solutions for business. The responsibilities of this position are: 

 

- Review the information systems strategy and advise changes in the light of changes in FINCA operations and external environment,

- Planning and co-ordination of all information systems development projects to support the achievement of FINCA business strategy,

- Oversee timely implementation of information systems projects focused on efficient information exchange within FINCA and delivery of customer services,

- Carry out routine reviews of the core banking system to ensure optimum interactions between the system and users,

- Overall review of the effectiveness of the system and in charge of quality assurance,

- Evaluate developments in the banking industry to ensure that the FINCA core banking system provides state-of-the-art business solutions to users,

- Plan and design disaster recovery plans for the FINCA information systems,

- Overall responsible for designing the information security policy covering information system applications and infrastructure,

- Undertake a review of the branch network connectivity to establish the operating level,

- Coach and mentor staff on information systems development at the country level,

- Carry out annual appraisal of performance and make recommendations on staff training.

 

Qualifications:

- University Degree in computer science or equivalent,

- Minimum 3-year experience in a IS position in a reputable financial services organization,

- Knowledge of banking regulatory/compliance framework, information systems policies and practice,

- Experience with the specific operating systems e.g. Windows Server 2003 / Red Hat Linux, applications e.g. Microsoft Office Suite, database applications e.g. MS SQL Server / Sybase / Oracle or programming languages e.g. SQL Language,

- Experience with more than one operating system / multi sites,

- Strong business (as opposed to technical) performance orientation,

- Excellent project management skills,

- Ability to anticipate problems and proactively takes measures to control or minimize them.

- Ability to network and create positive, mutually co-operative relationships with internal customers,

- Innovation and creativity, ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.

- Energy, determination and flexibility, ability to set realistic, aggressive targets, leads by example, empowers staff, actively displays and rewards target behaviors,

- High level of confidentiality required,

- Fluency in English and Russian required,

- Some domestic travel (up to 30%).

 

To Apply:  Apply Here


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Program Officer - Eurasia

Organization: National Endowment for Democracy

Website: NED

Title: Program Officer - Eurasia

Location: Washington, DC

Compensation: Not Listed

Description:
The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) is a congressionally funded, private, nonprofit grant making organization that works to support freedom around the world, seeks a Program Officer for its Eurasia section. The position is based in Washington, DC.  The Program Officer will work with the regional director and program staff to develop and manage the NED’s Eurasia grants program, develop the Endowment’s strategy for Russia, Central Asia and the Caucasus, set priorities, and monitor and evaluate projects in the region.


Responsibilities:

• Assess grant proposals to present at quarterly NED Board meetings;
• Travel to the region on a regular basis to identify and work with potential new grantees;
• Monitor and provide compliance assistance to existing grantees;
• Attend relevant internal and external meetings;
• Track political and third sector developments in the region;
• Maintain contacts with organizations and individuals working on the region.

Qualifications:

• A Master’s level education in International Affairs, History, Political Science or related discipline;
• At least five years of prior experience in democracy related and nonprofit work;
• In-country experience in Russia, Central Asia or the Caucasus.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills in English and Russian; fluency in Russian is required and proficiency in Turkic languages of Central Asia would be an advantage;
• Proficient in the use of MS Office;
• High degree of organization and initiative;
• Experience in financial monitoring and reporting;
• Knowledge of program evaluation techniques;
• Excellent staff, office management and interpersonal skills.

To Apply:   Applications must include a cover letter, resume, salary history and salary requirements, and contact information for three references. Please send to jobs@ned.org, with your name and Program Officer, Eurasia – Job #1023 in the subject line. 


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Program Assistant - Eurasia

Organization: National Endowment for Democracy

Website: NED

Title: Program Assistant - Eurasia

Location: Washington, DC

Compensation: Not Listed

Description:
The National Endowment for Democracy (NED), a congressionally funded, private, nonprofit grant-making organization that works to support freedom around the world, seeks a Program Assistant to provide administrative and programmatic support to Europe and Eurasia section focusing on Russia. This non-exempt level position is based in Washington, D.C.

Responsibilities:

• Providing support for considering and awarding grants to nongovernmental organizations working on democracy-building programs in Russia;
• Researching information as requested by the Senior Program Officer and Assistant Program Officer about potential grantees and current developments in the region;
• Assisting the Senior Program Officer and Assistant Program Officer with general administrative duties;
• Coordinating administration and information exchange between regional grant-making staff and other units of the NED;
• Helping to organizing meetings, roundtables and other events.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (business, international studies, or area studies relevant to assigned portfolio, etc.);
• Strong written and oral communications skills in English and Russian;
• Knowledge of the political and social issues in the relevant countries;
• Administrative support experience;
• Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office;
• Authorization to work in the US (non-US citizens must possess work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship for a visa).

To Apply:  Applications must include a cover letter, resume, salary history and requirements, and contact information for three references. Please send to jobs@ned.org, with your name and Program Assistant, Eurasia – Job #1022 in the subject line.  


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Program Assistant - China, U.S., Russia

Organization: EastWest Institute

Website: EWI

Title: Program Assistant - China, U.S., Russia 

Location: New York

Compensation: Not Listed

Description:

The Program Assistant will provide administrative, logistical, and research support for our China, U.S. and Russia programs.  In addition,  the Programs Assistant will work across EWI programs to provide research, logistical, writing, and administrative support as needed.

Responsibilities:

Provide administrative support including: - Manage scheduling and contacts as required - Draft, edit correspondences when necessary - Maintain filing system and up-to-date files - Carry out day-to-day administrative tasks as needed Provide logistical support for EWI programs, conferences and events, including: - Compile and disseminate all Program related materials to participants (i.e. commissioned research, meeting backgroun briefs, meeting report and conclusions) - Ensure updating of the website - Provide support for events: confernces, meetings, roundtables etc., including follow up - Responsible for travel and hotel arrangements for event participants as well as other logistical support to the event as requested - Maintain database of past, current and future participants and speakers Provide research support Assist in researching funding sources and drafting/editing proposals for potential institutional and individual sources of funding May supervise work of interns Assist in special projects and assignments as required

Qualifications:

• College degree in international relations or related field and 2 years of administrative and/or program/project support experience or a graduate degree
• familiar with U.S. foreign policy/national security needed
• Reliable, very well organized; able to handle multiple tasks with ease
• Communicative and very good team player; fluency in English both written and spoken required
• Positive, active, open-minded, international focus and thrives in a diverse environment
• Computer skills: Word, Excel, Internet research, Outlook and Power Point are a must
• fluency in Chinese or Russian highly desirable

To Apply: Apply Here


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Protection Programme Manager - Georgia

Organization: Danish Refugee Council

Website: DRC

Title: Protection Programme Manager

Location: Tbilisi, Georgia

Compensation: Not Listed

Description:
The Protection Programme Manager (PPM) for Georgia is a combined managerial and advisory position in support of The Danish Refugee Council's (DRC) protection and advocacy work on resettlement and integration issues at ca local and national level.

The position has two main objectives:
• Management of resettlement/ local integration projects:Ensure proper and timely implementation of DRC Programmes, providing assistance to national resettlement and reintegration projects. This includes a strong operational and administrative background in project management (including reporting and budget management) but also strategic and far-seeing skills to position project interventions and DRC accordingly.


• Strengthening of DRC capacity and profile as a right based, protection agency:Provide technical support in linking DRC Programs to relevant international and national rights and standards, ensure consistency in approach and strategy, support the consolidation and further development of DRC’s regional protection profile and coordinate DRC’s engagement in inter-agency efforts.

Qualifications:
• University degree, preferably in Human Rights, International Law or related field.
• 5 years practical work experience within the field of rights based approach.
• 5 years of proven capacity to implement complex projects in a challenging environment including all tasks within a full project cycle.
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking.
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish effective and working relations with local staff and other stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills, personable, calm and good sense of humour.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

To Apply: Apply Here by July 19, 2010   

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