Technical Officers, Foundation for Innovative New Diagnostics (FIND), India

JOB DESCRIPTION

Technical Officers (FIND), India

1. POSITIONS VACANT:  Technical Officers (TO); Multiple vacancies, based at different laboratories being strengthened by FIND India.

2. ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND:

The Foundation for Innovative New Diagnostics (FIND), is a respected, not-for-profit foundation, recognized by the Swiss government as an “other international organization.”  

Headquartered in Geneva and represented in India through a Liaison Office at Delhi, FIND facilitates the development and implementation of diagnostic tools for poverty-ridden diseases. The foundation is presently engaged in the development of new diagnostic techniques for TB, Malaria and Sleeping Sickness (HAT), across the world and specifically for MDR-TB, in India.

FIND has progressed diagnostic approaches that have been proven in principle and transformed them into effective products for identifying TB in partnership with academia, public and private research institutes and industry.

FIND recently received a grant from The Global Fund (TGF) Round 9 as a sub-recipient of the Central Tuberculosis Division (CTD), for strengthening selected laboratories engaged in the detection of MDR-TB in India, with Human Resources and their Payroll Management. A total of 43 laboratories spread over 26 States/ Union Territories are to be strengthened in a phased manner as per the schedule agreed with TGF andCTD, comprising 27 laboratories in Year 1, 12 laboratories in Year 2 and 4 laboratories in Year 3.

For more information about FIND, please visit, http://www.finddiagnostics.org.

3. JOB DESCRIPTION/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

The TO will report administratively, on a day-to-day basis to the Director and Head of the concerned TB Laband shall functionally be under the direct supervision of FIND India’s Technical Team, as well as the TB Lab-in-Charge.

The TO will assist the Technical Team and the Microbiologist in-Charge of rapid diagnostics with the implementation of WHO approved newer TB diagnostics, including the diagnosis of drug resistance. S/he will coordinate with the Director and Head of RNTCP TB Laboratory for Culture & Drug Susceptibility Testing(C& DST), concerned national reference laboratories and FIND India’s technical and administrative staff, to ensure the smooth implementation of Rapid TB Diagnostics at the designated TB Lab.

Key Responsibilities:
 

(1) Providing technical support to assist the C& DST lab in expansion of the full range of newer TB diagnostic activities for rapid diagnosis of TB including drug resistant TB;

(2) Testing of patient specimens on LPA and LC at the lab in a timely manner;

(3) Managing clinical and laboratory aspects of the lab and ensuring collection, recording and reporting of clean, quality data;

(4) Supporting the Director and Head of TB Laboratory in planning and scaling up of quality assured LineProbe Assay (LPA) and Liquid Culture (LC) with Rapid Speciation (RS) using lateral flow immune chromatographic assay for MDR-TB diagnosis;

(5) Acquiring expertise in approved newer diagnostics tests such as LPA, LC and RS;

(6) Implementing the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for TB laboratories, including SOPs for specific aspects of LPA, LC and RS and specifications for equipment, infection control, etc, to ensure Good Laboratory Practices (GLP);

(7) Ensuring proficiency in the identified newer TB diagnostics at the allotted site before they are applied for patient care under RNTCP. Also maintenance of ongoing proficiency in these diagnostics, ensuring accuracy of results being communicated to the TB patient;

(8) Providing support to the Lab-in-Charge for all laboratory operations including regular MIS functioning, maintenance of all lab equipments, logistics of various lab consumables, etc.;

(9) Supervising and supporting the lab technicians at the lab, in day-to-day activities connected with newer TB diagnostics, ensuring quality control;

(10) Assisting the Lab in-Charge in providing monthly / quarterly and annual reports in the prescribed formats on activities, achievements, challenges and recommendations;

(11) Urgently reporting all adverse events in laboratory functioning to the Lab in-Charge and FIND IndiaTechnical Team;

(12) Liaising and facilitating with the FIND India technical team on all technical matters relating to laboratory functioning in consultation with the Lab-in-Charge;

(13) Undertaking any other job assigned by state authorities and the FIND India technical team, as per project need.

4. QUALIFICATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:     

Qualification:

Masters in Science with a specialization in Microbiology/ Medical Microbiology/ Applied Microbiology/ Clinical Microbiology/ Biotechnology/ Medical Biotechnology, or higher qualification.

Experience:

Candidates with experience in Rapid TB Diagnostics or Molecular Techniques shall be given preference.
 

Skills and Attitude:

(1) Good oral and written communication skills;

(2) Strong team orientation;

(3) Ability to work independently, with minimum handholding and supervision;

(4) Energetic, resilient and passionate;
(5) Professional, mature and confident.
 

5. COMPENSATION OFFERED:

Gross compensation budgeted for the position on a cost to organization (CTO) basis is Rs.3 lacs per annum. Please note that gross compensation is fully taxable.

(Note: Candidates shall be working on the payroll of SAMS, a leading HR Agency for the health and development sectors in India).

6. NATURE OF APPOINTMENT:

The selected candidate shall be initially offered a one year consultancy contract, renewable annually, based on satisfactory performance.

7. LOCATION:

Vacancies for TOs exist at multiple locations, details of which are available at http://sams.co.in/Location-Details-FIND-TO.htm

8. REFERENCE:    

TO-FIND

9. CONTACT INFORMATION:     

Senior Consultant

Strategic Alliance Management Services P Ltd.

B 372 New Friends Colony
New Delhi 110 025

Phone No.: 011-4290-9936; 011-4290-9937 
Email: to-find@sams.co.in

10. LAST DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:

Eligible candidates interested in this position are requested to courier or email their applications to the above address or email id before January 31, 2013. Applicants are urged to fill the ‘online’ application form provided at http://www.sams.co.in/forms/onlineapplicationfind.htm . Candidates who are unable to fill the ‘online’ form may alternately download the standard form available at http://sams.co.in/JAF-FIND-LabStaff.doc  and mail it to the email id mentioned above, on completion.

Submission of Application by: Online Application Form

Submission of Application by: Standard Offline Application Form

Monitoring & Evaluation Officer, CARE India

Position: Monitoring & Evaluation Officer 

Department: Girls Education Program

Grade/Level: G

Reports to: Program Manager – Girls Education Program

Location: Uttar Pradesh

Job Summary:

The position shall be responsible for responsible to track progress of the project and document it periodically. S/he will be responsible for developing and designing appropriate monitoring systems and tools to measure the progress of the project, evidence based feedback in developing program strategy, build team’s understanding and capacity making the system effective and ensures timely and accurate flow of information. 

Key Responsibilities

Develop/design the Monitoring framework

Collects inputs from all concerned in developing the monitoring and evaluation framework for the project

Supports development of the project log frame matrix, M&E framework and detailed implementation plan against the benchmark indicators

AOP:

Assists in preparation of Annual Operation Plan (AOP), Detailed Implementation Plan (DIP) and Project Budget Preparation

Aid Capacity Building for better Program Management

Aids in Capacity Building of Project and NGO staff to leverage information for improved Program Management

Facilitates and supports the field staff and NGOs in assessment of the information systems

Ensures common understanding of the tools and methodologies amongst all project staff and NGO functionaries

Ensure compliance with monitoring and evaluation systems and guidelines

Ensures that project and NGO staffs comply with the M&E requirement of the Project

Plans, facilitates execution and develops quality documents, incorporating inputs from team members, for program related evaluations and Studies/ Research as may be required 

Supports CIHQ in co-ordination & conduct of Evaluations & Assessments

Facilitate & Leverage M&E Information for Project Improvements

Facilitates regular collection, compilation and analysis of programmatic data and ensures smooth functioning of the Management Information System

Supports the Program manager in analyzing data and taking appropriate decisions

Provides need based support to the project team and Program Manager in developing quality standards and process indicators of all interventions

Ensures maintenance of database for program decisions

Undertake periodic review of the implementation and operation of the monitoring and reporting mechanism; including the preparation of best practices and lessons learned.

Project Documentation & Reporting

Establish a comprehensive and an updated data base for all projects

Leads analysis of data collected under the monitoring framework for assessment of progress and areas for improvement.

• Develops baseline data for each project site in the programme

• Collects and collates reports from the field sites.

• Coordinates with field implementers regarding reports and M&E activities.

• Monitor and quality assurance spot checks on each project site.

• Monitoring visits to implementing partners for data clarifications.

• Technical support for operational research.

• Development of case studies to capture qualitative outputs of the project.

Prepares technical briefing papers, and status updates

Develop presentations and written reports to summarize quality improvement findings

Ensure that relevant learning is documented, disseminated to staff and used to inform future decisions;

Helps in preparation of consolidated progress reports to submit to the Donor & CIHQ

Updates the Program Manager on progress vis-à-vis planned activities 

Ensures timely documentation of project progress and sharing of progress reports within the sector and outside

Designs and develops case studies

Advocacy

Provides critical inputs in developing advocacy strategy.

Develops concrete evidence based documents/write-ups/materials for advocacy in identified areas/themes.

Facilitates advocacy activities by providing data/analysis is support of the theme/area.

Other Responsibilities

Contributes towards strategy development of the program

Handles donor visits as & when required

Maintains Government relations at the district and sub district level as suggested by the Program Manager

Qualifications & Experience

Post Graduate degree in social sciences

Minimum 3 years experience in monitoring and evaluation of development projects

Skills & Competencies 

Understands issues of education sector especially girls education

Understanding on Gender equity and diversity and overall program objectives

Understanding of the social, political and economic issues of poverty

Understanding of the governmental structure and functioning

Passion for social justice

Ability to plan, implement and complete tasks independently and on time 

Good interpersonal skills

Computers skills (MS-Office)

Good oral and written communication skills (English, Hindi and Regional language) 

Candidates should visit http://apps.careindia.org/eis/Recruitment/frmCareerOptions.aspx to apply for the positions online. 

The last date of receiving applications will be 4th December 2013. Only short-listed candidates would be contacted. Qualified women are encouraged to apply.

Senior Manager – Fundraising & Operations , World Wide Fund for Nature – India

JOB DESCRIPTION

Senior Manager – Fundraising & Operations ,

World Wide Fund for Nature – India

WWF-India, one of the largest conservation organizations, engaged in wildlife and nature conservation in the country, invites applications from candidates with an inherent sensitivity towards the conservation of nature and exceptional creative skills to manage the fundraising and outreach activities & oversee the Environment Education and operations of the Mumbai Office.

Location: Mumbai

The Job Profile:

• Support the fundraising activities in the region through interaction with Corporates and other institutions.
• Oversee the Environment Education projects in the region (ESD / campaigns/ workshops with schools).
• Manage the overall operations & team.
• Take forward and implement WWF-India’s local conservation initiatives.
• Develop outreach programmes with the community to engage them in our conservation objective.

The position offers challenge and demands innovation in carrying out environment education activities, field projects, fund-raising, interaction with the corporate sector.

Qualifications, Experience and competencies required:

• Graduate/Post Graduate (preferred) in Social Development/ Conservation
• At least 8 years of experience of working in a managerial position including experience of leading a team in  the areas of fund-raising, social outreach programmes & advocacy.
• Knowledge of working in the NGO sector and awareness on issues related to conservation/ social development is essential.

Desired Skills and Abilities:

• Proven leadership skills, and the ability to act independently.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skill.
• Task- oriented with an ability to get the work done.

Apply Via Email to:

recruitments@wwfindia.net

Submission Details:

Please submit an up-to-date CV (mentioning your full name in the resume attachment), giving details regarding compensation received in the present assignment, expected salary, and three references.

Last Date for sending applications: 19th December 2013

In order to ensure that your application is sorted correctly, please mention “Senior Manager – Fundraising & Operations”, in the subject line. The vacancy is open to Indian Nationals only. Applications of only the short listed candidates will be acknowledged.

WWF-India is an equal opportunities employer. Applications from qualified women are encouraged.
Remuneration will be competitive with Indian NGO pay scales and will depend upon candidate’s experience levels and the overall WWF-India salary structure. WWF-India does not provide housing, telephone or vehicle facilities.

Senior Education Officer, World Wide Fund for Nature – India

JOB DESCRIPTION

Senior Education Officer,

World Wide Fund for Nature – India

WWF-India, one of the largest conservation organizations, engaged in wildlife and nature conservation in the country, invites applications from candidates with an inherent sensitivity towards the conservation of nature and exceptional creative skills to take the lead in Environment Education  activities in the Pune Divisional Office.

Location: Pune (Maharashtra)

The Job Profile:

1. Strive to incorporate the concept of Education on Sustainable Development (ESD) into all environmental education activities and mainstream ESD in the long run.  
2. Organize teachers’ training workshops, nature club activities, and seminars.
3. Assist in designing compiling and generating locale specific resource material in the regional language for environment education programmes.
4. Establish and service nature clubs in schools and colleges in districts and conduct environmental education activities such as Slide shows, film shows, nature camps, treks, competitions, talks etc.
5. Fundraising actively for educational programmes from Corporates, relevant State Government Departments and other likeminded organizations.
6. Observe major environmentally significant days such as World Environment Day, Earth Day and World Biological Diversity Day.

Qualifications, Experience and competencies required:

• Masters degree in Life Sciences / Wildlife Biology/Ecology /Environmental Education.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a development sector organization.

Desired Skills and Abilities:

• Fluency in English, Hindi and the local language, i.e. Marathi.
• Excellent Communication and presentation skills.
• Good writing skills are a must; capability to prepare training modules and generate resource materials.
• Willingness to travel.

Apply Via Email to:

recruitments@wwfindia.net

Submission Details:

Please submit an up-to-date CV (mentioning your full name in the resume attachment), giving details regarding compensation received in the present assignment, expected salary, and three references.

Last Date for sending applications: 19th December 2013

In order to ensure that your application is sorted correctly, please mention “Senior Education Officer - Pune”, in the subject line. The vacancy is open to Indian Nationals only. Applications of only the short listed candidates will be acknowledged.

WWF-India is an equal opportunities employer. Applications from qualified women are encouraged.
Remuneration will be competitive with Indian NGO pay scales and will depend upon candidate’s experience levels and the overall WWF-India salary structure. WWF-India does not provide housing, telephone or vehicle facilities.

Manager – Community Conservation, TAL World Wide Fund for Nature – India

JOB DESCRIPTION

Manager – Community Conservation, TAL

World Wide Fund for Nature – India

WWF-India, one of the largest conservation organisations, engaged in wildlife and nature conservation in the country, invites applications from candidates with an inherent sensitivity towards the conservation of nature for the post ofManager – Community Conservation for its Terai Arc Landscape (TAL) programme spread in the states of Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.

The incumbent shall primarily be responsible for designing and implementing sustainable livelihood initiatives, local institutional strengthening, working at the state level on policy advocacy, as well as networking with relevant groups. The role will also include supervising the Community Officers in the landscape and guide them to work for developing sustainable livelihoods, strengthening local governance and promoting community-based conservation.

Location: WWF-India’s Terai Arc Landscape Headquarters at Dehradun, Uttarakhand.

The Job Profile:

1. Lead the community based conservation initiatives in the TAL and liaise with all relevant stakeholders including the Forest Department, other line departments, NGOs and CBOs for planning and implementation of relevant activities.
2. Coordinate the implementation of agreed project targets for community conservation components of existing projects as well as other approved projects in the TAL.
3. Provide technical advice to the Community Officers for understanding legal and policy issues, data analysis, report preparation and timely submission to the Team Leader – TAL. 
4. Facilitate monitoring and evaluation to demonstrate impact of community engagement in conservation
5. Develop a strategy for addressing the local policy issues with reference to community based conservation work.
6. Work closely with the Team Leader–TAL and Landscape Coordinators/ Managers for network support and communication matters related to ongoing projects in the TAL.

Pre-requisites for the Position Include:

• Post Graduate in Social Sciences or any other related discipline.
• At least five years of experience in the relevant area with a strong understanding of community based conservation and wildlife conservation issues in India.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to manage a team.
• Existing networks with the civil society and government partners in the country for wildlife conservation.

Desired Skills and Abilities:

• Good written and oral communication skills in English and Hindi. Knowledge of the local language will be an advantage.
• Excellent project development and project management skills.
• High level of interpersonal skills, especially relationship management and consensus building skills and the ability to work as part of a high-level international team
• Willingness to travel frequently within the Terai Landscape

Apply Via Email to:

recruitments@wwfindia.net

Submission Details:

Please submit an up-to-date CV (mentioning your full name in the resume attachment), giving details regarding compensation received in the present assignment, expected salary, and three references.

Last Date for sending applications: 19th December 2013

Please state “Manager – Community Conservation(TAL)”, in the subject line. The vacancy is open to Indian Nationals only.

Applications of only the short listed candidates will be acknowledged. WWF-India is an equal opportunities employer. Applications from qualified women are encouraged.

Remuneration will be competitive with Indian NGO pay scales and will depend upon candidate’s experience levels and the overall WWF-India salary structure. WWF-India does not provide housing, telephone or vehicle facilities.

Project Manager - Newborn Sepsis - Save the Children - Patna, Bihar

Position: Project Manager - Newborn Sepsis (Job  Code : PM-NBS)

 

Location: Patna, Bihar

 

E-mail Id to send the applications : jobs@savethechildren.in (please mention job code in the subject line)

 

Last date to send the application : 12^th December 2013

 

Type of employment : Consultancy one year (extendable based on project requirement)      

 

Job Summary:

 

The Integrated Family Health Initiative (IFHI) program is a five-year project funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation that aims to increase use and coverage of maternal, newborn, child, and women’s health and nutrition interventions within the state of Bihar. The program aims to assist the state substantially reduce maternal, neonatal, and child mortality contributing to an accelerated progress towards achieving MDG 4 and 5 targets, working in partnership with governments, civil society organizations, and communities at large. A consortium of organizations, led by CARE, India supports the implementation of this program, with the Saving Newborn Lives (SNL) program of Save the Children (SC) India serving as the technical partner agency for the Newborn Care component.  The Project Manager – Newborn Sepsis, a SC staff based in Patna, Bihar, works with and reports to the Technical Director – IFHI, with daily coordination with the Manager – Newborn Health, and frequent collaboration with the SNL India and Washington, DC teams.

 

The Project Manager - Newborn Sepsis will play a critical role in implementing technical interventions in the management of newborn sepsis. Based in Patna, the position will be responsible for overall leadership of the neonatal sepsis management project. S/he will be working closely with the Quality Improvement team and the M&E team to analyze and understanding data obtained from the field and ensure use of data for improving the quality of implementation of the newborn health services. S/he will also oversee training and implementation activities to ensure the intervention is carried out as designed. Thus, in close collaboration with the Manager – Newborn Health, ensuring learning from the field is incorporated and developed into technically sound and responsive interventions.

 

S/he will be required to visit the implementation district routinely. This position will report to the Technical Director – IFHI, and will communicate with the Manager - Newborn Health on a regular basis and with SC-India and SNL teams biweekly. 

 

Key Responsibilities:

Key responsibilities will include:
• Strategic planning;
• Detailed implementation and management planning;
• Establishing solid working relationships with the government, IFHI, and other partners Working in the district as well as with the state level GOB and IFHI authorities;
• Obtain approval on the standards/protocols, operational guidelines, and training and BCC packages;
• Workplan development and implementation;
• Personnel and financial management;
• Program monitoring and evaluation, documentation, and dissemination;
• Developing a sustainable exit strategy. 

S/he will ensure the effective use of resources in compliance with IFHI regulations and policies. This position will be required to communicate regularly with the IFHI Technical Team and SNL HO and India staff.

Qualification & Experience:

Required:• Master’s in Public Health or similar medical degree
• Extensive technical experience in designing and implementing newborn health interventions in Bihar or in similar settings
• Experience in program planning and management, monitoring and evaluation, quantitative and qualitative research methods and analysis
• Understanding of health systems and working in partnerships
• Extensive knowledge of newborn health as well as the global thinking on evidence based interventions
• Ability to manage complex health programs

Preferred:• Research experience in MNCH
• Medical or nursing training

Skills & Competencies:

• Proven ability to conceptualize, analyze, innovate, plan, write and execute ideas, as well as impart knowledge and skills
• Eye for detail, ability to multi-task and problem solve
• Demonstrates efficient decision making and problem solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
• Ability to function effectively as a team member
• Fluency in English and proficiency in Hindi essential
 

Full time, housed in CARE/IFHI office in Patna with up to 60% time spent in the implementation district.

 

Interested candidates should mention the job code in the subject line and send their CV as an attachment at jobs@savethechildren.in

 

Save the Children aims to be an equal opportunity employer. Women candidates are encouraged to apply. Recruitment and selection procedures & checks reflect our commitment to protect children from abuse.

Research Scientist - CIMMYT - Ludhiana, Punjab

Research Scientist

We are seeking for a dynamic, and self-motivated professional with excellent organizational and people skills for the position of Research Scientist.

The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center, known by its Spanish acronym, CIMMYT, is a not-for-profit research and training organization with partners in over 100 countries, focused on increasing food security and reducing poverty at an international scale. Please refer to our website for more information www.cimmyt.org.

Positions will be based in the Ludhiana, Punjab in India and may require a travel within or outside India

The main responsibilities of this position will be:

• Under the guidance and collaboration with senior CIMMYT Staff, prioritize, execute and manage strategic research trials on Conservation Agriculture and sustainable intensification of maize and wheat based cropping system at BISA farm.

• Provide technical support in execution of collaborative strategic research trials with PAU at Ludhiana.

• Execute farmer- participatory activities on sustainable intensification of cotton- wheat systems.

• Support capacity building of students and partners on CA machinery, sustainable intensification, precision input management, use of standard protocols, tools and techniques for experimentation

• Collaborate with government and private sector partners as well as with other project staff of CIMMYT in ongoing
cropping systems research in the region.

• Collect, manage and synthesize databases (primary and secondary) on the biophysical conditions, the agronomic management and production economics across strategic research and on- farm participatory trials across project sites

• Organize the database and prepare input files for cropping systems models and input-output matrix tables for scenario analysis.

• Synthesize the research results in form of scientific publications and communicate research results to diverse communities, including scientists, change agents, policy makers and farmers.
• Participate in various meetings representing CIMMYT in various fora at local as well as national level

• Perform any other job as required by the organization

Desired qualifications, skills, experiences of the perspective candidate:

• Masters Degree in biological sciences with atleast 2 years field oriented research experience in agricultural sciences
• Excellent understanding and work experience of predominant cropping systems in India

• Excellent understanding and working experience on Conservation Agriculture production system particularly maize and wheat based systems
• Good knowledge of CA based mechanization and precision agriculture

• Ability to manage, statistically analyse and synthesize scientific data and translate research results in peer reviewed publications

• Computer literacy, with proficiency in the common software packages.

• Proficiency in the English language.

• Ability to work in multi-cultural environments and in multi-disciplinary teams.

• Willingness to spend considerable time away from home.

The position is for an initial fixed-term contract of 1 year, after which further employment is subject to performance and the continued availability of funds.CIMMYT offers an attractive remuneration package, with a range of benefits including health insurance.

CIMMYT is an equal opportunity employer. It fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity. Women are encouraged to apply.

Email cover letter and CV no later than Tuesday, 10 December, 2013 to Human Resources, CIMMYT (Email: recruitindia@cgiar.org / Please insert Position Reference number: D12524 in the subject of your email)
 

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Social Policy Specialist - Delhi

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) the world’s leading organization working for the rights of children, invites applications for the following vacancy:

Position:                  Social Policy Specialist

Location:                  Delhi

Purpose of the Post

The incumbent will be responsible for providing support to the India Country Office for social policy analysis and advocacy, through research, partnerships and networks and advocacy, contributing to Social Policy results in the UNICEF-GoI Country Programme. He/She will provide inputs to support sectoral programmes and inter-sectoral coordination relating to social policy, gender main-steaming and equity and social inclusion in programming.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assist in the development and implementation of policy analysis, quality evidence-based research, monitoring and evaluation activities in the state(s)/at New Delhi in support of the social policy objectives of the relevant CPAP and UNDAF results frameworks, as well as State Plans of Action for Children, and the implementation of the Convention on the rights of the Child, with specific reference to issues of child sensitive social protection and social inclusion
2. Lead efforts to mainstream issues and strategies for gender equality and empowerment of women and girls, and equity in programming, across sectors and state offices
3. Responsible for the optimal financial implementation of allocated budgets both for cash and supply assistance in accordance with UNICEF rules and regulations. Support and monitor the implementation of the annual plans of action including through the organisation of relevant workshops, meetings, quarterly and annual reviews with partners, training programmes. Undertake regular substantial field visits for review and spot checks of the cooperation; compile progress reports and relevant statistical and financial data and analysis for the assigned programme areas
4. Collect, analyze, coordinate and direct the timely flow of relevant social, economic and political information and make recommendations necessary for policy and programme development in the state(s).
5. Participate and contribute to the Management Teams of the Office, and to regular programme team meetings. Participate and contribute to inter-state activities related to the areas of assignment and in relevant country office meetings. Contribute relevant inputs to annual, donors and other reports and documents
6. Establish and maintain regular professional contacts with government officials, other partners, including research and training institutions, through joint visits, consultations, meetings. Advocate and promote the adoption of UNICEF policies and strategies, foster alliances to meet objectives.
7. Plan and review Delhi and state work plans at three points in the year.

Qualifications, Skills and Attributes

a) Education
Master’s degree from a recognized university in Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Science, Development Economics or other relevant disciplines.

b) Work Experience
Minimum five years of professional work experience related to programme planning, monitoring, and policy analysis with focus on social development and poverty alleviation at national or international level.

c) Languages
Fluency in English and Hindi required. Knowledge of local working language of the duty station is an asset.

d) Competency Profile:
i) Core Values (Required)
• Commitment
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Integrity

ii) Core Competencies (Required)
• Communication [ II ]
• Working with People [ II ]
• Drive for Results [ II ]

iii) Functional Competencies (Required)
• Leading and Supervising [ II ]
• Formulating Strategies and Concepts [ II ]
• Analyzing [ III]
• Relating and Networking [ II ]
• Persuading and Influencing [ II ]
• Planning and Organizing [ III ]

iv) Technical Knowledge [ ]

a) Specific Technical Knowledge Required (for the job) [ ]
(Technical knowledge requirements specific to the job can be added here as required.)
• Knowledge of donor country’s economic and political situation.
• Expertise to leverage UNICEF’s competitive advantage.
• Expertise to deploy networking and mass media for fundraising and special events.

b) Common Technical Knowledge Required (for the job group) [ ]
• Understanding of UNICEF programmatic goals, visions, positions, policies and strategies (MDGs, UNDAF, HIV/AIDS, WFFC, MTSP, etc.)
• Understanding of Rights-based and Results-based approach and programming.
• Understanding of UN mission and system; and International Code of Conduct.
• Gender equality and diversity awareness.

c) Technical Knowledge to be Acquired/Enhanced (for the Job) [ ]
• Knowledge of UNICEF’s financial regulations and rules, fundraising manual and fundraising strategy.
• Understanding of government policies, guidelines, legislation, and strategies related to fundraising.
• Understanding of UNICEF programme policies, goals, strategies, guidelines and approaches related to programme funding activities.
• UNICEF policies, strategies promoting and supporting gender equality and diversity.

Applications consisting of a cover letter and an up-to-date CV should be sent to jobs-unicef@sams.co.in  by 10th December 2013. In order to ensure that your application is sorted correctly, please clearly mention the title and location of the post in the subject line of your e-mail/application. For more details of the posts and full job descriptions, visit the UNICEFIndia website at www.unicef.in  and click on “Careers at UNICEF” at the bottom of the page. Only applications of short listed candidates will be acknowledged. These vacancies are open to Indian Nationals only.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organizations qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization.

UNICEF does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process including application, interview, meeting, traveling, processing, training etc.

UNICEF is a non-smoking working environment.