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Closing date: 2017-07-14

Job Description

Anticipated Start Date:October, 2017 (Note: This position is contingent upon award)

**Spanish fluency and English working proficiency are required for this position

Founded in 1961, Project Concern International (PCI) is an international non-profit organization that empowers people to enhance health, end hunger, and overcome hardship. Last year alone, PCI served more than 19 million people in 15 countries across Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Since 1991, PCI/Nicaragua has implemented a diverse portfolio of community-based programs in both rural and urban areas to improve health, improve resiliency, and promote the empowerment of vulnerable communities. PCI currently works in 15 municipalities and in 946 communities throughout Nicaragua.

PCI is recruiting for an Innovation Specialist for an anticipated five year, multi-million dollar USAID-funded project designed to support the existence of an independent Nicaraguan civil society to effectively advocate for democratic principles, processes, and institutions. The Innovation Specialist will oversee the project s innovation component which will support the testing, piloting and scaling of innovative concepts which seek to solve civil society challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of a three-tiered grant competition which will fund the review, testing, piloting and scaling of social innovations that strengthen civil society.
• Test innovations for technical, organization, distribution and financial viability.
• Analyze effectiveness of initiatives that leverage multi-platform technologies.
• Coordinate with Grants Manager and other key staff to oversee the grant application process and the subsequent monitoring and evaluation of the impact of innovation grants.
• Engage with and promote collaboration between CSOs, youth networks, the private sector, the media, academia and other partners and donors.
• Liaise with PCI s headquarters-based innovation team to create synergies between local-level innovations and PCI s global innovation platform.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge of social innovation and ability to foster and environment for ideation, prototyping and production.
• Capacity to evaluate, test and scale ideas from design stage through implementation.
• Experience identifying unique/ high potential impact ideas and forging linkages with academia, media, youth networks, private sector, religious groups, and local entrepreneurs to solve development challenges, preferably in Nicaragua.
• Expertise leveraging multi-platform technologies preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work in complex political environments.
• Strong communication and coordination skills to work with a range of technical staff, CSOs, private sector, and other partners and donors.
• Excellent organizational and program management skills.
• Bachelor s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Native Spanish language proficiency with working proficiency in English. Job Location Managua, Nicaragua

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Closing date: 2017-07-14

Anticipated Start Date:October, 2017 (Note: This position is contingent upon award)

**Spanish fluency and English working proficiency are required for this position

Founded in 1961, Project Concern International (PCI) is an international non-profit organization that empowers people to enhance health, end hunger, and overcome hardship. Last year alone, PCI served more than 19 million people in 15 countries across Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Since 1991, PCI/Nicaragua has implemented a diverse portfolio of community-based programs in both rural and urban areas to improve health, improve resiliency, and promote the empowerment of vulnerable communities. PCI currently works in 15 municipalities and in 946 communities throughout Nicaragua. PCI is recruiting for a Civil Society Technical Expert for an anticipated five year, multi-million dollar USAID-funded project designed to support the existence of an independent Nicaraguan civil society to effectively advocate for democratic principles, processes, and institutions. The Advocacy & Civil Society Technical Expert will oversee the project s advocacy and engagement activities, working in close coordination with the Chief of Party and the Grants Manager.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support to a variety of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) conducting advocacy, public policy dialogue, and accountability at the regional and local levels.
• Support CSOs to carry out advocacy campaigns, promote public policy dialogue, and demand accountability of public resources.
• Coordinate with Grants Manager to identify and coordinate opportunities to support partners through Organizational Capacity Assessment processes.
• Liaise with CSOs, government representatives, the private sector, the media and other partners and donors.
• Collaborate with Innovation Specialist to test, pilot and scale innovative concepts to solve civil society challenges.
• Increase opportunities for youth to engage in or work with CSOs.
• Promote collaboration between CSOs and networks, both nationally and regionally, for learning and to enhance collective impact.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience working in advocacy or providing technical assistance to CSOs, preferably in Nicaragua or in the region.
• Demonstrated ability to work in complex political environments.
• Strong communication and coordination skills to work with a range of technical staff, CSOs, private sector, and other partners and donors.
• Excellent organizational and program management skills.
• Experience working with democracy, governance, and/or human rights organizations is preferred.
• Bachelor s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Native Spanish language proficiency with working proficiency in English.

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Closing date: 2017-07-14

Job Description

Anticipated Start Date:October, 2017 (Note: This position is contingent upon award)

**Spanish fluency and English working proficiency are required for this position

Founded in 1961, Project Concern International (PCI) is an international non-profit organization that empowers people to enhance health, end hunger, and overcome hardship. Last year alone, PCI served more than 19 million people in 15 countries across Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Since 1991, PCI/Nicaragua has implemented a diverse portfolio of community-based programs in both rural and urban areas to improve health, improve resiliency, and promote the empowerment of vulnerable communities. PCI currently works in 15 municipalities and in 946 communities throughout Nicaragua. PCI is recruiting for a Grants Manager for an anticipated five year, multi-million dollar USAID-funded project designed to support the existence of an independent Nicaraguan civil society to effectively advocate for democratic principles, processes, and institutions.

The Grants Manager will oversee all aspects of sub-award life cycle management associated with the implementation of grants to local organizations.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Oversee, facilitate and coordinate all aspects of sub-award life cycle management, including the solicitation, start-up, monitoring and accompaniment through to close-out, coordinating all program, operations and finance components.
• Coordinate the pre-award due diligence process with respect to all new sub-awards, including through appropriate vetting and analysis of risks associated with the award.
• Ensure the timely review of partners financial reports in accordance with the terms of their sub-award agreements, coordinated with the review of programmatic reports. Ensure appropriate financial documentation in compliance with PCI and donor regulations.
• Maintain and coordinate partner program, finance and compliance monitoring schedules and coordinate proactive support for partners to address any concerns or issues that may arise.
• Coordinate all sub-awardee audits as appropriate and in accordance with the terms of the sub-award.
• Incorporate PCI s local capacity strengthening approach into sub-award management process.
• Ensure appropriate implementation of Organizational Capacity Assessment and Capacity Change processes and the development of capacity strengthening plans based on those processes.
• Organize quarterly partnership meetings with active sub-awardees, working with technical coordinators to develop content and incorporate feedback into partnership approach.
• Coordinate effective sub-award close out and transition processes, incorporating reflection, lessons learned and future planning.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree or equivalent in International Development or Affairs or related field; advanced degree a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years' work experience managing grants and working with local CSOs, preferably in Nicaragua or in the region.
• Demonstrated knowledge of U.S. Government rules and regulations as they apply to sub grant management required.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Strong management skills to work with a range of technical staff, CSOs, private sector, and other partners and donors.
• Experience and skills in reviewing and auditing financial reports.
• Must be a fluent Spanish speaker with working proficiency in English.
• Experience working with innovative grant-making methodologies and social ventures is preferred.

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Closing date: 2017-07-14

Title Advocacy & Civil Society Technical Expert-Nicaragua
Location
Department Name Program Delivery
Pact Overview
Pact Overview
At the heart of Pact is the promise of a better tomorrow. The promise of a healthy life. Of a decent livelihood. Of sustainable natural resources that benefit communities. Now more than ever in its 46-year history, Pact is helping millions of people who are poor and marginalized discover and build their own solutions and take ownership over their future.
Pact enables systemic solutions that allow those who are poor and marginalized to earn a dignified living, be healthy, and take part in the benefits that nature provides. Pact accomplishes this by strengthening local capacity, forging effective governance systems, and transforming markets into a force for development. Pact exists to help create a world where those who are poor and marginalized exercise their voice, build their own solutions, and take ownership of their future.

The Opportunity
Plan International seeks an Advocacy & Civil Society Technical Expert for USAID s anticipated Lifting Nicaraguan Voices Program based in Managua, Nicaragua, a cooperative agreement with an expected budget of $12 million over five years and an anticipated start date of October 2017. This position is contingent upon award.
The Lifting Nicaraguan Voices Program will support the existence of an independent Nicaraguan civil society to effectively advocate for democratic principles, processes, and institutions. This will be accomplished by (i) strengthening the effectiveness of key CSOs through the creation of large- and medium-scale grants and a rapid response fund; (ii) promoting innovations to support civil society through activities that test, pilot and implement innovative concepts; and (iii) improving CSO outreach and results-oriented programming through capacity development, increased inter-organization collaboration and increased youth engagement.
The Advocacy & Civil Society Technical Expert will report directly to the Chief of Party and will provide training or technical assistance to CSOs in the areas of advocacy, diversification of income streams, communication, grant management, etc. in order to increase the organizations effectiveness. The will also encourage the sharing of best practices and learning between CSOs and participation of CSOs in international fora.

Key Responsibilities
Implement organizational performance assessments for selected CSOs and provide technical assistance and trainings to meet CSOs needs
Assist selected CSOs to implement strategic funds, diversify their funding base and implement communication plans.
Advise CSOs on youth engagement activities and design programs to encourage youth to engage with or work for CSOs
Design and implement programs for CSOs to leverage the experience and knowledge of organizations throughout the region.
Oversee staff related to CSO capacity development and advocacy
Initiate, develop and maintain a range of working relationships, including with donors, implementing partners and other development organizations. Effective working relationships with other Plan staff and departments are also critical for this position
Basic Requirements
Possess at least a Bachelor s degree in administration, business, public policy or a related field; a Masters (MBA or MA) or PhD highly preferred.
A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in advocacy or providing expert technical assistance to CSOs
A minimum of 3 years of experience administering organizational performance assessments and providing organizational capacity development
Experience on donor-funded projects promoting democracy, governance and/or human rights advocacy organization is preferred
Fluent in Spanish with professional proficiency in English
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Preferred Qualifications
Masters (MBA or MA) or PhD highly preferred.
Pact is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.

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Closing date: 2017-07-31

Opportunity

Abt Associates seeks a qualified Administrative Assistant 7 / Administration & Finance Specialist, PMI AIRS Project, Nicaragua to support the International Health Division in Nicaragua.

The USAID-funded President s Malaria Initiative (PMI) Africa Indoor Residual Spraying (AIRS) Project supports USAID Missions and Bureaus to plan, implement, and monitor and evaluate vector control activities to prevent mosquito-borne diseases (including malaria and Zika) in African, Latin American, and Caribbean countries where USAID supports vector control efforts. The overall goal of the project is to reduce the burden of vector-borne diseases by enhancing USAID s ability to implement mosquito control programs on the ground by providing technical expertise, building local governments capacity, creating innovative implementation models, conducting cost-effective commodity procurement and logistics systems, and engaging local communities in affected countries.

Under the supervision of the Finance & Administration Manager, the Administrative Assistant 7 / Administration & Finance Specialist provides a wide range of administrative and accounting support to the PMI AIRS Nicaragua Project office.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Performs general clerical duties, to include but not be limited to photocopying, scanning, faxing, filing, and mailing.
• Maintains hard copy and electronic versions of a project archive, including contract and subcontract documents, client approvals, personnel files, consultant documents, travel files, procurement files, files of project deliverables, minutes of meetings, and project reports.
• Manages and document correspondences between project offices, the home office, the client, other partners, and stakeholders.
• Oversees the proper reporting of labor time and ensure the timely submission of electronic and paper timesheets, and the timely completion and submission of Labor Adjustment Forms, when needed.
• Greets, advises, and escorts guests.
• Purchases, stores and distributes office supplies.
• Assists with making logistical arrangements for project events and field activities.
• Makes logistical arrangements for project staff traveling outside their region or for international visitors.
• Records expenditures, income, and any other related transactions, in the books of accounts.
• Prepares payment vouchers and corresponding checks.
• Prepares payroll and other regular payments with due consideration to deductions (for advances, loans, taxes, etc).
• Prepares monthly bank reconciliations.
• Checks petty cash payments and periodically reconciles petty cash balances.
• Keeps a register of fixed assets and maintains an easy cross reference system of all government property.
• Ensures that the books of accounts are up to date at all times, orderly, well kept, and readily available for reference and audit, when required.
• Prepares the monthly financial submission (ROV) in accordance with Abt Associates procedures and policies.
• Prepares monthly cash requests, and promptly advises action required to cover estimated costs.
• Liaise with the Finance & Contracts Director and the Finance & Contract Analyst at the PMI AIRS Headquarters Office on all aspects of financial procedures and any issues that may arise.
• Ensures that government taxes are paid on time.
• Ensures that periodic inventory of the fixed assets (property) of the company is conducted.
• Assists the Finance & Administration Manager in the implementation of the internal control system and financial procedures manual of the company.

Preferred Skills / Prerequisites

• Secondary School completion (minimum), or an Associate or Bachelors Degree in Administration, Management, Accounting, Business, or other relevant field (desirable).
• At least three (3) years of relevant professional experience in office administration and accounting.
• Excellent knowledge and experience with Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and financial and other computer applications such as MS Word, Excel, Quicken, Access, etc.
• Experience in payroll management, petty cash management, financial reporting, and budget tracking.
• Experience in inventory management is desirable.
• Ability to independently plan and execute complex tasks while addressing daily management details and remaining organized and focused on long-term deadlines and strategy highly desirable.
• Excellent inter-personal communication skills and excellent organization skills.
• Experience in USAID-funded projects is highly preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are desirable.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.

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Closing date: 2017-07-31

Opportunity

Abt Associates seeks a qualified Administration Manager 10 / Finance and Administration Manager to support the International Health Division with the PMI AIRS Project in Jamaica.

The USAID-funded President s Malaria Initiative (PMI) Africa Indoor Residual Spraying (AIRS) Project supports USAID Missions and Bureaus to plan, implement, and monitor and evaluate vector control activities to prevent mosquito-borne diseases (including malaria and Zika) in African, Latin American, and Caribbean countries where USAID supports vector control efforts. The overall goal of the project is to reduce the burden of vector-borne diseases by enhancing USAID s ability to implement mosquito control programs on the ground by providing technical expertise, building local governments capacity, creating innovative implementation models, conducting cost-effective commodity procurement and logistics systems, and engaging local communities in affected countries.

Under the supervision of the Chief of Party, the Administration Manager 10 / Finance & Administration Manager oversees and directs all aspects of financial management and administrative support for the PMI AIRS Project.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Develops, manages, and monitors project budgets and annual workplans.
• Prepares accurate financial reports, and monthly cash fund requests in close coordination with senior project staff.
• Prepares annual site office revenue projections and updates budget tracker forecast on a monthly basis.
• Ensures that project operations are in compliance with all USAID and Abt policies and procedures.
• Supports the startup, general operations, and closedown of the PMI AIRS.
• Manages the financial operations and financial reporting of the country program, providing guidance, training and technical assistance to financial and non-financial management personnel.
• Supervises and coaches the project Accountant, Procurement & Logistics Manager, IT Specialist, Office Manager and other administrative support staff.
• Conducts a financial brown bag on a quarterly basis to build the financial capacity of technical and operations personnel on different financial topics, including compliance, travel, budgeting, forecasting and procurement.
• Creates and maintains financial reporting and tracking systems that provide basic data measurements on financial performance of project activities and develops/recommends cost cutting and compliant strategies to implement the project with less resources.
• Provides ongoing financial administration to the project, including the processing of approvals for procurements, consultant agreements, and vendor invoices.
• Manages the timely submission of the monthly financial submission (ROV) to the headquarters office.
• Serves as the project s contact with the client on finance and administrative issues, participating in discussions on contract issues and actions, and following up on client requests and concerns.
• Supports the development, execution, and management of subcontractor and consultant agreements.
• Develops and implements a payment system for seasonal vector control technicians and community mobilizers.
• Develops and implements systems to streamline financial practices and procedures.
• Updates the project FCA at Headquarters on all contractual, financial and legal issues affecting the project.
• Performs random audits of inventory to make sure inventory reports prepared by the operations team are always accurate and up to date.
• Oversees human resources activities affecting the project, including but not limited to the hiring, termination, benefit tracking and legal disputes involving current and former site office personnel.

Preferred Skills / Prerequisites

• Bachelors Degree (minimum), or a Masters Degree (preferred), in Business , Administration, or other relevant field.
• At least six (6) years of professional experience managing financial and contractual aspects of large international development projects, preferably USAID-finded projects.
• Significant experience managing and supervising financial and procurement management personnel.
• Familiarity with US Government Cost Accounting Standards, and a good knowledge of Federal and USAID Acquisition Regulations (FARs and AIDARs).
• Strong analytical and computer skills, with an emphasis on budget and financial analysis.
• Experience in logistics, procurement, and supply chain management highly desirable.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are highly desirable.

Minimum Qualifications

(6+) years of experience and bachelor degree OR the equivalent combination of education and experience

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Closing date: 2017-07-31

Opportunity

Abt Associates seeks a qualified Technical Specialist 10 / Vector Control Manager to support the PMI AIRS Project with the International Health Division in Nicaragua.

The USAID-funded President s Malaria Initiative (PMI) Africa Indoor Residual Spraying (AIRS) Project supports USAID Missions and Bureaus to plan, implement, and monitor and evaluate vector control activities to prevent mosquito-borne diseases (including malaria and Zika) in African, Latin American, and Caribbean countries where USAID supports vector control efforts. The overall goal of the project is to reduce the burden of vector-borne diseases by enhancing USAID s ability to implement mosquito control programs on the ground by providing technical expertise, building local governments capacity, creating innovative implementation models, conducting cost-effective commodity procurement and logistics systems, and engaging local communities in affected countries.

Under the supervision of the Chief of Party, the Technical Specialist 10 / Vector Control Manager provides technical guidance and overseas all implementation activities for the AIRS Zika vector control activities.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Provides technical guidance and oversee implementation of all environmental management, larviciding, health education and outreach, and personal protection activities.
• Oversees all activities at the department level in collaboration with local government stakeholders.
• Manages and supervises project implementation staff including the Health Education & Community Mobilization Manager, the Larvicide/Adulticide Manager and up to 5 Department Coordinators.
• Responsible for identification of all the project s technical assistance needs, development of suitable scopes of work, recruitment of consultants, and execution of technical assistance contracts.
• Coordinates and oversees cascade trainings for Vector Control seasonal workers.
• Coordinates national- and department-level planning for vector control activities with local government authorities.
• Responsible for developing pre-campaign timelines for vector control activities to ensure activities start in advance of the Zika transmission period.

• Evaluates problems and carries out treatments, as needed, selecting biological, chemical or physical control methods, application rates and appropriate equipment to obtain required coverage.

• Ensures that project operations are in compliance with all USAID and Abt Associates policies and procedures.

• Supports the COP in the development of country workplans, vector control operations reports, and other technical and programmatic reports, as required.

• Works collaboratively with the AIRS HQ Operations Director and Technical Director to implement Zika vector control best practices.

Preferred Skills / Prerequisites

• Masters Degree in Entomology, Public Health, Environmental Science, or other relevant field.
• At least six (6) years of professional experience managing large international vector control projects, preferably USAID-finded projects.
• Background in public health, vector-borne diseases, particularly prior experience in entomological surveillance, control of Dengue and Chikungunya vector/s, and program management preferred.
• Significant experience managing and supervising personnel and program activities in LAC.
• Experience in managing teams of people.
• Strong client management, communication, and people management skills highly desirable
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are highly desirable.

Minimum Qualifications

(6+) years of experience and a master degree OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.

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Closing date: 2017-07-31

Opportunity

Abt Associates seeks a qualified Technical Specialist 10 / Entomological Monitoring Manager to support the PMI AIRS project with the International Health Division in Nicaragua.

The USAID-funded President s Malaria Initiative (PMI) Africa Indoor Residual Spraying (AIRS) Project supports USAID Missions and Bureaus to plan, implement, and monitor and evaluate vector control activities to prevent mosquito-borne diseases (including malaria and Zika) in African, Latin American, and Caribbean countries where USAID supports vector control efforts. The overall goal of the project is to reduce the burden of vector-borne diseases by enhancing USAID s ability to implement mosquito control programs on the ground by providing technical expertise, building local governments capacity, creating innovative implementation models, conducting cost-effective commodity procurement and logistics systems, and engaging local communities in affected countries.

Under the supervision of the Chief of Party, the Technical Specialist 10 / Entomological Monitoring Manager provides technical guidance and overseas all entomological monitoring activities for the AIRS 2 Project.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Support USAID vector control program and entomological monitoring in designated country in the preparation of annual comprehensive entomological monitoring work plans and budgets
• Provide technical oversight in making sure that entomological monitoring activities are conducted according to the WHO and CDC guidelines and best practices
• Support capacity assessment and capacity building of technical staff of the project, country institutions and other relevant partners to ensure high quality entomological monitoring activities are conducted independently with minimum technical assistance from home office to ensure sustainability
• Work closely with project to identify gaps related to materials, test kits, insecticide impregnated papers for both adult and larval testing, and other items needed for successful implementation of entomological monitoring activities, particularly items that must be procured internationally; follow up on procurement process and timely delivery of these items
• Support project in the analysis and write up of entomological monitoring reports with support from entomology technicians.
• Review the content entomological monitoring reports for technical accuracy
• Advise USAID/PMI and counterparts in the selection of insecticides for adult and larval control based on evidences generated by the project and other partners
• Document and publish findings of entomological monitoring project, such as lessons learned and best practices in national, regional and international contexts; identify sources to contribute to the national and international vector control information pool to influence policies
• Ensures the transfer of technical skills to local institutions
• Participate in M&E activities of the malaria and Zika project
• Perform other additional duties assigned by the project

Preferred Skills / Prerequisites

• Master s degree (minimum), Doctorate degree (desirable), in Medical Entomology
• 7 to 10 years of relevant professional work experience with a Master s Degree, or 4 to 6 years with a Doctorate, including at least 4 years of experience directly related to integrated vector control management, including monitoring and control of Aedes mosquitoes
• Experience in regulatory and operational aspects of vector control methods and management
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal direction and supervision
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team with the ability to accept the inputs of other team members
• Good management and planning skills of project tasks
• Produces high quality work in a timely, cost effective manner, and has excellent writing skills
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal communication and computer skills
• Experience with USAID and donor projects is highly desirable
• Experience with dengue and chikunguyna vector control in the LAC region is an advantage
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. Additional fluency in Spanish or French preferred

Minimum Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience and a master degree OR the equivalent combination of education and experience

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Closing date: 2017-07-31

Opportunity

Abt Associates seeks a qualified Project Assistant 9 / Environmental Compliance Officer, PMI AIRS Project, Nicaragua to support the International Health Division in Nicaragua.

The USAID-funded President s Malaria Initiative (PMI) Africa Indoor Residual Spraying (AIRS) Project supports USAID Missions and Bureaus to plan, implement, and monitor and evaluate vector control activities to prevent mosquito-borne diseases (including malaria and Zika) in African, Latin American, and Caribbean countries where USAID supports vector control efforts. The overall goal of the project is to reduce the burden of vector-borne diseases by enhancing USAID s ability to implement mosquito control programs on the ground by providing technical expertise, building local governments capacity, creating innovative implementation models, conducting cost-effective commodity procurement and logistics systems, and engaging local communities in affected countries.

Under the supervision of the Chief of Party, the Technical Specialist 9 / Environmental Compliance Officer is responsible for overseeing program compliance with United States Government (USG) and Government of Nicaragua environmental regulations, and program adherence to requirements as laid out in USAID Initial and Supplemental Environmental Assessments and Pesticide Evaluation Report and Safer Use Action Plan (PERSUAP) and its amendments.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Tracking the status of pesticide and geographic intervention area decisions with PMI and NMCP, and determining the 22 CFR 216 documentation needs for the upcoming campaign.
• Timely preparation of a country-specific Supplemental Environmental Assessment, amendment, or Letter Report, as appropriate.
• Development of waste management plans prior to the initiation of intervention activities, describing the disposition plan for each waste stream generated during the intervention.
• Determining the registration status of proposed pesticides in the country of use prior to shipment, and ensuring that registration needs are satisfied before the arrival of pesticide.
• Ensuring that quality assurance testing on pesticide samples is performed and demonstrates that the pesticide meets specifications prior to shipment.
• Performance of Pre-Season Environmental Compliance Assessments for each operational site (soak pit, storeroom, and/or other required facilities) two months prior to intervention activities.
• Performing vehicle inspections prior to AIRS signing lease agreements to be sure that all proposed vehicles for pesticide or operator transport meet Best Management Practice requirements.
• Tracking and supervision of work required on operational sites prior to commencement of interventions. If necessary, confirming soak pit construction according to BMPs.
• Providing or overseeing the annual environmental compliance training of intervention teams and storekeepers, as well as Abt staff as necessary.
• Performing a Pre-Season Environmental Compliance Green Light Inspection for each operational site 1-2 weeks prior to spray.
• Continual supervision of interventions, and completion of Best Management Practices checklists throughout the intervention.
• Oversight of the closure of seasonal operational sites at the end of the intervention, and documenting proper storage of equipment and leftover pesticides.
• Oversight of waste management activities (incineration of sachets and masks, recycling of other wastes where possible, thorough washing of disposable items) to be sure that wastes are managed responsibly.
• Preparation of the EC portion of the annual report, including a description of the important points noted throughout the campaign, and a consolidation of the information gathered from supervisory inspections.
• Identifying needs for next year s intervention campaign.
• Analyzing data from inspections to correct any deficiencies, and update/optimize preparations for the next scheduled intervention.
• Developing a database or system of spreadsheets to consolidate all necessary and useful information pertaining to environmental compliance in the country, and US requirements under US 22 CFR 216.
• Lead and coordinate environmental compliance efforts for all program intervention activities, inlcuding the implementation and oversight of procedures for:
  • Quality and safety of insecticide procurements;
  • Procedures for distribution, storage, and handling of insecticides; and
  • Procedures for disposal of insecticide, waste products, and package material in accordance with national and international standards.
• Training and technical assistance to IRS implementation teams and counterparts.
• Liaison with project counterparts from the Ministry of Health, and other regulatory and governmental authorities.
• Position requires frequent travel to field sites to monitor IRS operations and implementation.

Preferred Skills / Prerequisites

• Masters Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Health, or other relevant field.
• At least six (6) years of relevant professional work experience, including significant experience in environmental health and insecticide use and management.
• Ability to prepare and deliver effective environmental health and safety training
• Ability to effectively interact with project personnel and provide one-on-one coaching as needed.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a minimum of direction and supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to work both as a member of a team and as a team leader, with the ability to accept the inputs of other team members.
• Strong management and planning skills of project tasks and budgets.
• Demonstrates leadership and team work and produces high quality work in a timely, cost effective manner and has excellent writing skills.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal communication and computer skills.
• Experience with USAID and donor projects is highly desirable.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are highly desirable

Minimum Qualifications

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Closing date: 2017-07-31

The International Health Division is committed to the improvement of health and healthcare delivery around the world. Serving both the public and private sectors, our efforts include health policy research and evaluation, health promotion and disease prevention, health finance, and health systems management. Our impact is felt in policies that ensure healthcare access for women, children, and individuals with special needs, in strengthening health infrastructures, and HIV/AIDS solutions.

Abt Associates is a mission-driven, global leader in research and program implementation in the fields of health, social and environmental policy, and international development. Known for its rigorous approach to solving complex challenges, Abt Associates was ranked as one of the top 20 global research firms in 2012 and also named one of the top 40 international development innovators. The company has multiple offices in the U.S. and program offices in nearly 40 countries.

The International Health Division (IHD) is committed to the improvement of health and healthcare delivery around the world. Serving both the public and private sectors, our efforts include health policy research and evaluation, health promotion, disease prevention and control, health finance, and health systems management. Our impact is felt in policies that ensure healthcare access for women, children, and individuals with special needs, in strengthening health systems, and in providing solutions for the control of priority diseases such as malaria, HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis.

Opportunity

Abt Associates seeks a qualified Chief of Party (COP) for the expansion of a PMI-funded vector-borne disease control project in the Dominican Republic. The project will focus on Zika virus-related disease prevention through vector control measures, community mobilization, and capacity building efforts. The COP will engage partners and subcontractors, local stakeholders and authorities, and collaborate with other implementation partners including USAID- funded projects in the maternal child health and behavioral change communication technical areas, US Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the Pan-American Health Organization (PAHO) and UNICEF. The COP will lead all in-country activities working closely with the HO team and the Technical Director.

The Chief of Party (COP) provides leadership, management, and strategic direction for the entire project. This position is responsible for guiding senior technical staff and for ensuring the responsiveness and quality of work along with efficient use of resources and achievement of results. The COP has the final authority within the project team for decisions related to technical, management, resource allocation and personnel issues. The COP will be accountable for the successful implementation of all aspects of the project. In carrying out these responsibilities the COP works in partnership with PMI, national, state and local government agencies and officials, local and community organizations, other partners, and project staff.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Provides strategic direction and technical leadership to produce project results and deliverables, and overall management of the operational, financial, and administrative aspects of the project;
• Functions as the primary liaison between PMI/USAID missions , federal and state ministries of health, and other partners and stakeholders;
• Creates management systems in line with Abt standard operating procedures consistent with the needs of the project;
• Designs and oversees an annual project cycle in accordance with the PMI/USAID annual planning cycle;
• Works with staff and partners to translate project goals and objectives into implementable strategies and plans;
• Directs and oversees planning and budgeting processes. Prepares project deliverables as specified in the contract;
• Monitors the progress and pace of project implementation, assuring that the full potential of the program is realized through the promotion of high quality work and internal control;
• Supervises the work and assesses the performance of all long term and short term advisors, consultants and staff;
• Clarifies roles, delegates responsibilities to senior staff, and clearly communicates expectations for staff contribution to project activities;
• Manages and supervises project staff and partners in the identification of all the project s technical assistance needs, development of suitable scopes of work, recruitment of consultants, and execution of technical assistance contracts;
• Maintains productive working relationships with PMI, relevant federal and state ministries, project partners and key counterparts, and reports to the Technical Program Manager in Abt Associates home office.

Preferred Skills /Prerequisites

• Master s degree with at least 15 years of senior-level international project management experience in designing, implementing and managing large, complex programs in developing countries, particularly as related to vector control.
• Prior experience successfully implementing donor-funded programs with wide geographic reach.
• Significant experience in Latin America and the Caribbean, including thorough knowledge of specific health priorities a plus.
• Deep knowledge of geo-political, ethnic, cultural, and other factors affecting programming in Latin America and the Caribbean.
• Background in public health, vector-borne diseases, particularly prior experience in entomological surveillance, control of Dengue and Chikungunya vector/s, and program management preferred.
• Ability to liaise effectively with and develop consensus among key stakeholders, including PMI, national and local officials, public, private and civil society partners to ensure effective collaboration among stakeholders.
• Strong client management, communication, and people management skills highly desirable.
• Experience developing project vision, aligning key stakeholders around that vision, and assuring that the vision is translated into implementable strategies.
• Familiarity with environmental compliance measures, gender integration, and capacity building a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary, multicultural teams, manage complex programs, and ensure that project staff adhere to the highest standards of quality, relevance, and timeliness.
• PMI project experience or other relevant development partner experience highly desired.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in Spanish and English.

Minimum Qualifications
MA/MBA with 13-15 years OR PhD with 8-10 years of experience OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.

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