Job Advertisements Source: Weekend Nation, 8th March 2014 Position Title: Information and Technology Officer Location: Lilongwe, Malawi Duration of Assignment: One year Reporting to: Coordinator Social Cash Transfer Secretariat, Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Welfare; Chief Social Policy, UNICEF Malawi Scope of Work: The IT Officer will assist and oversee the automation of key processes of the Social Cash Transfer Programme through capacity development of MIS users and trouble shooting of bottlenecks and issuesto ensure the effective start up and integration into programme operations. The applications include financial and programme management databases and processes both at district and national level, payments and operational software applications as well as Local Area Network (LAN), the Wide Area Network (WAN) and external resources through internet. The IT officer will support the entire SCTP with special focus on those districts which are not being managed by Ayala Consultants. Upon completion of the 6 month probationary period, a joint performance review will be conducted by the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Welfare (MoGCSW) and UNICEF at which point, a possible 6 month extension of contract may be awarded. The IT Officer will work from the SCTP secretariat and will report to the Social Cash Transfer Secretariat Coordinator (Director of Social Protection Services) in the MoGCSW. Timeframe of the following tasks will be agreed upon jointly with the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Welfare MOGCSW and UNICEF. Results of monthly activity implementation will be included in the consultants monthly activity reports. 1. Develop and conduct various training and instructions for system users at national and district level on operating systems, relational databases and other applications; assist users in maximizing use of the MIS. 2. Provide direct technical support on MIS operations, management, updates and troubleshooting to district implementers. This includes direct supervision of data management and quality, monitored from the MIS located in the MoGCSW 3. Ensure timelyinstallation and upgrades of the financial and operational software applications, programme website and e-payment related inter-phases. Implement information security policies such as managing user accounts, network security, firewalls, applying cryptography to network applications, managing host security, file permissions, backup and disaster recovery plans. Additional technical support to the programmes management and other members of the MIS Team may be required, including the following: • Develop and provide a monthly project status report describing the development of the above activities and any issues that may emerge, with conclusions and recommendations in regards to the MIS implementation and operation. • Provide special assessments and analysis of the MIS, business processes or organizational matters upon request by the programs management. Expected Deliverables: • Support and supervise the national level as well as the districts on the secure use of the MIS • Training for national and district staff developed and conducted. Regularly in line with the needs of the national and district officers. • Official handover of duties and materials to the ICT personnel in MOGCSW. • Generation and submission of monthly progress reports to the SCTP Coordinator Director of Social Protection Services with a copy to UNICEF. Payment is conditioned by successful approval of the monthly report by MOGCSW and UNICEF. Desired background and experience: • A Bachelors Degree in Computer Sciences, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or Computer Engineering or related discipline. • At least 2 years progressively responsible professional work experience in business and process automation via ICT and system development, particularly in the setup of MIS and FMS. Knowledge of computing and network hardware and peripheral equipment. • Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel. • Knowledge of computer and/ or network security systems, applications, procedures and techniques. • Experience and ability to lead teams of IT-developers and technical staff. • Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities. • Ability to provide technical training to end users. • Ability to learn and support new systems and applications. • Flexibility to work at odd hours. Conditions: • This position will be subject to conditions applicable to staff working in the civil service. • The employee shall have access to Government of Malawi transport to facilitate his/ her work on duty. • Government shall provide the employee with necessary support to enable him/ her do the work. • The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Welfare will be responsible for office space. • The employee will draw a National Professional Project Personnel (NPPP) Salary Scale. Method of Application: Applicants must submit their applications, curriculum vitae, copies of certificates and names of three traceable referees to the following address not later than 19th March, 2014. The Secretary for Gender, Children and Social Welfare Private Bag 330 LILONGWE 3 Attention: Chief Human Resource Management Officer ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Laboratory Technician - Press Cane Limited We are inviting applications from suitably qualified, experienced and self motivated persons to fill the position of Laboratory Technician tenable in Chikhwawa. The ideal candidate shall meet the following requirements: • Diploma in Laboratory Technology obtained from a recognized institution • At least 2-3 years experience in a busy industrial laboratory. • Applicants must be prepared to work on shift, at odd hours and away from their normal work station consistent with the exigencies of the distillerys operations. • Must not be over 35 years of age. An attractive and competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience and qualifications will be offered to the successful candidate. Interested applicants, who meet the required job qualifications, should send the application letter together with detailed Curriculum Vitae with at least three traceable referees to the following email address: careers@pressethanolmw addressed to: The General Manager Press Cane Limited P. O. Box 236 CHIKHWAWA The closing date for receiving applications is Friday, 21st March, 2014. We are an equal opportunity employer. ------------------------------------------------------------- Head of Programmes Pump Aid is seeking a Head of Programmes who will ensure that Pump Aid delivers effective, innovative and sustainable impact in Malawi. Pump Aid is an organisation that delivers water, sanitation and hygiene to the poorest rural communities in sub-Saharan Africa. Clean water saves lives, improves health and enables secure livelihoods and a better future for the people who can access it; we are passionate about what we do. Pump Aid has worked with over 8500 communities in Zimbabwe, Malawi and Liberia since it was founded in 1998, reaching over 1.3 million people. We are ambitious and keen to keep growing, developing and reaching more people whose lives can be transformed through our services. Pump Aid is growing, and we are seeking an energetic and experienced professional who can demonstrate experience in all areas of responsibility in this role. This job will never be boring; there is a lot to do, in what can be a challenging (but also rewarding^) environment. This is a relatively small organisation (currently fewer than 100 staff in total), and the post holder should be prepared to operate at a strategic level while also getting their sleeves rolled up to get the job done. It is an opportunity for someone to make a huge difference as part of a rapidly developing team of professionals. Purpose of the role: To ensure the successful delivery of Pump Aids WASH programme in Malawi. Location: Lilongwe with regular travel to Mchinji and Kasungu Key responsibilities: • Oversee Pump Aids two main programmes in Malawi -our core programme is a community WASH programme with outputs of 500 community projects a year, in addition you will be responsible for an action research project which explores the potential for market approaches (self-supply) of water related products, as well as for the development of additional new areas of work. • Ensure all programme outputs and outcomes are delivered, monitored and reported on to the highest standards; your success will be measured not only by successful delivery of -our commitments, but by your contribution to strengthening the quality, impact and reach of the programme. • You will oversee the management of the field staff team, ensuring that all staff have clear job descriptions, delivery objectives and development plans. • Ensure that field level staff have the full range of competencies required to facilitate effective community led development, hygiene and sanitation behavior change and quality WASH hardware construction. • Ensure key information field level monitoring and evaluation • data is collected, critically analysed, reported and acted onto guide effective programme learning and performance. • Develop and oversee programme budget, ensuring activity is fully and accurately cost and managed. • Be responsible for the development and strengthening of the programme, which may include design and test of new and innovative WASH technologies and approaches, development of new research and learning enquiries, and development activities with field teams and partners. • Represent Pump Aid at National workshops and other forums, develop partnerships with donors, district level and national level ministries, potential donors and other stakeholders. • Contribute to the strategic management of the organisation, including advice on the effectiveness of current and planned operational activities. Person Specification: • At least 8 years relevant experience at senior level with responsibility for capacity building, training and organisational development • A Bachelors Degree in a relevant subject such as Water Sciences, Environmental Health or Engineering • Practical experience in construction of water and sanitation facilities (borehole drilling, hand dug wells, latrines etc.) • Experience of low cost sanitation interventions • Experience of hygiene promotion and community-led development • A current driving license. How to apply: Please send us a two page (maximum) CV together with a short cover letter convincing us why we should call you to interview. Because of the high number of applications we receive we may not be able to read longer CVs. We also need details of three traceable referees (including phone numbers and email addresses) one of which should be your most recent line manager. Send your applications as email attachments (doc, docx, rtf or pdf) to [email protected]. Please do not post us your applications or hand deliver them to our offices. Your email subject line should read: vacancy title: your name (e.g. Head of Programmes: John Smith). Closing date 19th March, 2014. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. --------------------------------------------------------------- RE-ADVERTISMENT: MASON (BRICKLAYER) – American Embassy The United States Embassy in Lilongwe has an immediate vacancy for the position of Mason. The incumbent will perform journeyman level masonry work in all buildings on the Embassy compound; the Public Affairs offices; the CDC offices; and, all residences occupied by State and CDC direct hired Americans. The incumbent is expected to perform semi-skilled work in other trades such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, refrigeration and.air-conditioning, and painting. Qualifications Required: • Completion of Primary School. • Completion of vocational school, or apprenticeship program, recognized as producing journeyman-skilled masons, or equivalent is required. NTT Grade 1 in Bricklaying and advanced craft certificate in Brick work. • Must have five years of experience doing masonry work. • Good working knowledge of both written and spoken English and Chichewa. • Must have basic knowledge of cement, its properties, its additives, what mixture ratios to use when and where, and techniques for finishes. • Must be capable of building concrete forms; able to use a level and square; and capable of planning and organizing work. • Must understand masonry systems for large buildings including water piping systems, and waster water systems. • Must have experience in mixing and finishing concrete; and experience in mixing mortar and laying bricks. • Must be capable of, and have knowledge of, the standard tools of the building trade, as well as, knowledge of hand held power tools such as drills and saws. Must have a valid SADC driving license and a good driving record. The position is open to all qualified Malawian nationals, and other qualified citizens in Malawi who have the required work and/or residency permits allowing them to work in Malawi. Application letters and Curriculum Vitae must reach the following address by March 20th, 2014. The Management Officer U.S. Embassy P.O. Box 30016 LILONGWE 3 Fax: (265)01-770-471 E-mail: [email protected] Please indicate the subject MASON on your e-mail. -------------------------------------------------------------- Save the Children is the worlds leading independent organization for children, which works in over 120 countries around the world. OUR VISION is to have a world in which every child attains the right to survival, protection, development and participation. OUR MISSION is to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives. Save the Children has worked in Malawi for 30 years and is currently operating in 20 out of 29 districts, covering all regions. The core programming areas are Maternal and Child Health, HIV/AIDS, Education and Child Development, Child Protection and Child Rights Governance, Food and Livelihoods Security, Social Protection and Emergency Response. We remain committed to developing strong partnerships to ensure that all children in Malawi thrive in a safe family environment and benefit from greater public investment and better use of societys resources in realising their right to protection from violence, abuse, exploitation and neglect. We have immediate job openings; and invite qualified, highly motivated and well experienced persons to apply for the following position: 1.) ZONAL MANAGER - SOUTH WEST (to be based at Blantyre Field Office) The position is available for an initial period of two years; renewable subject to performance and availability of funding. Reporting to the Deputy Chief of Party; the Zonal Manager will lead the zonal operations and oversee project implementation in all districts targeted by the project in that zone. The Zonal Manager provides programmatic and managerial leadership to SSDI- Services staff based at the zonal and district levels and is primarily responsible for the development, management and monitoring of implementation plans at the zonal level, guided and supported by the central technical team for the program at the national level. Applicants should have a Masters Degree in a health related field, with at least eight years of experience in public health programs, including 3-5 years in a managerial role; demonstrated skills in the development of project workplans, budget and management; good understanding of health systems, including demonstrated experience in addressing community, facility and district- level challenges; demonstrated experience in developing and implementing successful training, capacity building, mentoring and supervisory systems and tools; demonstrated skills in managing teams and finances; an ability to plan and coordinate with a variety of partners and stakeholders, including national level managers, donors, technical assistance organizations, NGOs and community-based organizations; excellent advocacy and communication skills; excellent report writing skills; and demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills. 2) NUTRITION COORDINATOR (to be based in Lilongwe) The position is available for an initial period of two years; renewable subject to performance and availability of funding. Reporting to the Nutrition Specialist; the Nutrition Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing the planning, implementation and supervision of the nutrition interventions at district and community levels. S/he will provide technical backstopping to the local NGO partner nutrition staff and provide training to MOH staff, care groups and village health committees. S/he will be coordinating the implementation of the nutrition component of INVC project to ensure that nutrition is being integrated in the dairy, soya beans and ground value chains. Applicants should have a Bachelors degree in Nutrition or a degree with a focus on Health plus a minimum of 5 years experience with government or INGO/NGO. Demonstrated knowledge and practical application of Care Group model will be desirable. Candidates interested in the job should contact the Country Office to obtain a detailed job description and specification. Electronic copies are available by contacting: [email protected]; Hard copies are available by contacting: The Human Resources Manager, Save the Children, Ngerengere House, Next to Petroda Filling Station, along Mchinji Road. Mode of application: If you meet the job requirements, please send your applications which should include a curriculum vitae and a one paged cover letter outlining how you meet the job requirements. Applications should be submitted to: By e-mail to: [email protected]; By hand or post to. The Human Resources Manager, Save the Children, Ngerengere House, Next to Petroda Filling Station, along Mchinji Road,P 0. Box 30374, LILONGWE 3. Closing date for receiving applications is Friday March 14, 2014. Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged. Save the Children is an equal opportunities employer, and qualified women are encouraged to apply. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Malawi Blood Transfusion Service (MBTS) is a Trust that was established to provide safe and adequate supply of blood and blood products to meet the needs of all patients in authorised hospitals in Malawi. It is committed to meet its objective of collecting, processing and testing all blood from voluntary non-remunerated blood donors in low-risk populations to international standards, in a cost efficient manner. The MBTS is seeking suitable candidates for the following posts: LABORATORY OFFICER (1 POST-LILONGWE) Job summary: Ensuring the smooth running of the laboratory, adhering to approved Standard Operating Procedures, Good Laboratory Practice and Laboratory safety rules. Qualifications and experience: • Diploma m Medical Laboratory Technology from a recognised institution, or its equivalent • Registered with Medical Council of Malawi • Knowledge and understanding of Quality Systems. • At least 3 years experience working in Blood Transfusion/ Blood Bank section • Computer knowledge and supervisory skills will be an added advantage. DRIVER (1 POST- BALAKA) Job summary: Transporting staff and visitors on MBTS business and taking care of MBTS vehicles Qualifications and experience: • MSCE • Driving license • At least 5 years experience driving 4X4 vehicles • At least 35 years of age. Applications with a detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant certificates and at least three traceable referees from suitably qualified persons should be addressed to: The Chief Executive Officer Malawi Blood Transfusion Service P. O. Box 2681 BLANTYRE The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 21st March, 2014. MBTS is an equal opportunity employer. ------------------------------------------------------ Consultancy Position Formative research for quality improvement linked to referral systems between HIV and nutrition services and retention in care (PMTCT/HIV- exposed infants and CMAM) in Chikhwawa District VACANCY#: UNICEF/MLW/2014/005 1. BACKGROUND The main purpose of this consultancy is to gather evidence and experience in order to better understand referral systems within the integrated service delivery and bottlenecks to retention of care in PMTCT (option B+) and in CMAM. The formative research will explore potential barriers that may be contributing to loss to follow up as well as operational factors for effective referral systems that improves integration of HIV and nutrition services and retention in care. The findings will inform evidence-based decision making and planning as well as future programming on quality improvement on referral system, retention in care and reduce lost to follow up. UNICEF is seeking to contract a highly experienced consultant to provide guidance and support to lead a formative research for quality improvement linked referral systems between HIV and nutrition services as well as retention in care (PMTCT/HIV-exposed infants and CMAM) in Chikhwawa District. 2. SCOPE OF WORK The selected consultant is expected to investigate the below research questions with major responsibilities focused on: research design, measurement and sampling, data collection, data analysis and report/article writing. • What are the major reasons (systems, health care seeking behavior, enabling environment etc) that affect retention in care among pregnant and lactating women with HIV receiving option B+, HIV-infected infants and children being managed and treated for acute malnutrition in Chikhwawa District? • What are the operational factors from literature that need to be considered for effective referral systems that improves integration of HIV and nutrition services and retention in care • What is the effective referral system model to improve integration of HIV and nutrition services as well as quality improvement of retention in care in Chikhwawa District The consultant will be expected to deliver on the following specific scope of work: • Deliver a plan of action outlining approach and methodology to this assignment and conduct an inception meeting with UNICEF, MOH- Nutrition and HIV Chikhwawa District to discuss and agree on the plan. Work can only beginning after the plan of action has been signed off by UNICEF technical team. • A literature review of HIV and Nutrition policies and guidelines, projectreports and other existing literature on strategies that improve retention in care and referral systems and develop a framework that will be used to synthesize information for review. • Rapid field-based assessment/data collection of strategies currently being employed in the 22 health facilities in Chikhwawa to lead discussions and action planning on quality improvement in promoting referral systems and retention in care. • Work with stakeholders to contextual information from literature and field based data to determine key success factors and draw out priorities for overcoming bottlenecks for quality improvement of retention in care and referral systems • Design and facilitate a dissemination and planning meeting with the District team to systematically review the current status of retention and referral systems, highlighting best practices from literature review and develop action plan for quality improvement of retention of care and referral system based on what is being implemented and what is known to work • Based on the outcome of the meeting, finalize a report of the formative research and action plan highlighting key bottlenecks to be addressed, and key recommendations for overcoming the bottlenecks and specific action plans for quality improvement of retention in care and referral systems. 3. EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE • Advanced degree in health related field preferably Nutrition, HIV • Minimum of 5 years experience related to PMTCT/ or HIV and Nutrition related research programs especially qualitative research in developing countries • Experience of country-level bottle neck analysis processes in health related field • Good analytical skills • Excellent communication and writing skills. 4. DURATION: 29 Days 5. METHOD OF APPLICATION Qualified candidates are requested to submit a cover letter, CV and Personal History Form (P-11 form) (which can be downloaded from our website at unicef.org/about/employ/index_53129.html) and attach copies of their certificates. Please indicate your daily/monthly rate to undertake the terms of reference above. Applications should be sent on or before 14th March, 2014 to the following address: [email protected] NOTE: • UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff. Well qualified candidates, particularly females are strongly encouraged to apply. • Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged. • Applications sent through the post office or hand delivered are not accepted. UNICEF IS A SMOKE FREE ENVIRONMENT
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