Job vacancies in the AP region - AHRN & FHI

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1. Four vacancies at AHRN, Chiang Mai, Thailand

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The Asian Harm Reduction Network (AHRN) is global information and support

network created to link and support the people and programs working in Asia to

reduce drug related harm among drug users (especially HIV/AIDS and other blood

borne diseases). AHRN's key activities include networking, information sharing,

advocacy, capacity building, and program and policy development.

AHRN is supported by the Royal Netherlands Government, UNAIDS, and The Drug

Policy Foundation. The organization is based in Chiangmai, Thailand, where it

is registered as a Foundation. AHRN has close working relationships with

international Organizations, Thai Government and NGOs working in similar or

related areas. Due to expansion of the organization AHRN is seeking the

services of committed and energetic staff from countries within Asia for the

following positions:

1. Office Manager

2. Program Officer

3. Training Officer, and

4. Content Officer to the AHRN Clearinghouse.

All staff must meet the following requirements:

- Sensitivity to the issues surrounding HIV/AIDS and Drug Use

- Ability to maintain complete confidentiality

(applicants will be required to sign a confidentiality agreement)

- Ability to work as part of a team

- Ability to meet deadlines

- Developing a detailed understanding of prevention of drug related harm among

and from drug injectors (HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, overdose, etc.)

Appointments will be for one year with an option for extension. The probation

period covers two months. In addition to a generous salary, AHRN will meet

health-accident and social insurances, as well as training costs associated with

each position.

For position 2, 3 and 4 additional provisions for return airfare from point of

origin, resettle allowance and a duty travel package are available.

The application deadline for all positions is Monday March 26. Only short

listed applicants will be notified. For short-listed applicants attending the

12th International Conference on the Reduction of Drug Related Harm, 1-5 April

2001, Delhi, India, an

interview may be scheduled in conjunction with the conference. For short

listed applicants based in Thailand an interview may be arranged in Chiang Mai

for which in country travel expenses will be reimbursed by AHRN. Successful

applicants will need

to be available 1 May 2001

To apply or to request further job descriptions, send your application, quoting

the position you are applying for, together with a resume of your career to

date, present salary and a recent photograph to one of the addresses below. All

applications will be

treated in strict confidence. Only short listed applicants will be notified.

The application deadline is Monday March 26.

Jantima Boonsom

Executive Assistant

Asian Harm Reduction Network (AHRN)

P.O. Box 235 Phrasingha Post Office

Amphur Muang, Chiangmai 50200

Thailand

Fax: 66(53) 894113

E-mail: jantima@...

E-mail: ahrn@...

For further information about AHRN, please visit our Website at

http://wwww.ahrn.net

2. Family Health International, Bangkok

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Family Health International, an international PVO, is seeking highly qualified

and experienced individuals to joint its team working on regional HIV/AIDS

prevention and care activities in Asia.

Senior Technical Officer - BCI & Evaluation To contribute to the overall

portfolio of HIV/AIDS prevention and care projects within the Asia Region,

ensuing the appropriate application of the department's technical strategy in

the design, implementation and evaluation of programs. Requires MA or PhD in

social or health sciences or equivalent

experience in public health, and at least five years specialized experience in

a sexually transmitted disease control program, including project level design

and implementation, monitoring and evaluation, and/or development of BCI

interventions in developing country settings, with at least two years of

senior management experience. Experience

with U.S. Government contractual requirements and experience working in

International NGO/PVO desirable

Senior Technical Officer - Surveillance & Evaluation To support the improved

availability and use of evaluation and surveillance data for program planning,

evaluation, and policy advocacy. Requires MD, PhD or equivalent in public

health, epidemiology or biostatistics; plus at least five years experience in

HIV-related surveillance and research. Documented experience in writing

research for publications and presenting research findings to public health

and policy specialists, as well as to

the media and the general public.

Pls. send your resume and application letter to :

Personnel Manager

Family Health International

Asia Regional Office

EM: Chanya@...

NO PHONE CALLS, PLS.

Thank you very much

Chanya

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