Tuesday, December 3, 2013

Lab Technicians (FIND), India


JOB DESCRIPTION



Lab Technicians (FIND), India


1. POSITIONS VACANT:  Lab Technicians (LT); 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 LT 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 the TB Lab-in-Charge.

The LT will primarily assist the Lab- in-Charge in the implementation of WHO approved newer TB diagnostics, including diagnosis of drug resistance.

Key Responsibilities:

(1) Performance of LPA and LC tests on patient specimens at the lab, in a timely manner;
(2) Managing clinical and laboratory aspects of the lab and ensuring collection, recording and reporting of clean, quality, data;
(3) Acquiring expertise in approved newer diagnostics tests such as LPA, LC and RS;
(4) 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);
(5) 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.;
(6) Conducting day to day lab activities connected with the newer TB diagnostics, ensuring quality control;
(7) Assisting the lab in-charge in providing monthly / quarterly and annual reports in the prescribed formats;
(8) Urgently reporting all adverse events in laboratory functioning to the Lab in-Charge and FIND IndiaTechnical Team;
(9) Liaising and facilitating the FIND India Technical Team on all technical matters relating to laboratory functioning, in consultation with the Lab-in-Charge;
(10) Undertaking any other job assigned by state authorities and the FIND India technical team, as per project need.

 4. QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 
 
Qualifications:

Applicant must meet the following qualification requirements:

(1) Bachelor Degree in Science with a specialization in Microbiology/ Biotechnology or higher qualification; OR
(2) Diploma in Medical Lab Technology.

Experience:

(1) Applicants with Diploma in Medical Lab Technology must possess a minimum of three years work experience in TB Culture and DST or Rapid TB diagnostics;
(2) Candidates with experience in Rapid TB diagnostics 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.1.80 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 LTs exist at multiple locations, details of which are available at http://sams.co.in/Location-Details-FIND-LT.htm

8. REFERENCE:    

LT-FIND

9. CONTACT INFORMATION:
 
Senior Consultant
Strategic Alliance Management Services P Ltd.
B 372 New Friends Colony
New Delhi 110 025
Email: 
lt-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, 2013Applicants 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


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



Sunday, December 1, 2013

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:


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:

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:


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.



 
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