NACO/UNDP HIV Mainstreaming Vacancy (Several)

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Vacancy Announcement No. UNDP/ SC/2006/116 - Team Leader Mainstreaming Cell

Vacancy Announcement No. UNDP/ SC/2006/117 - Sector Specialist

(Government)

Vacancy Announcement No. UNDP/ SC/2006/118 - Sector Specialist

(Civil Society)

Vacancy Announcement No. UNDP/ SC/2006/119 - Sector Specialist

(Private Sector)

Vacancy Announcement No. UNDP/ SC/2006/120 - Administrative Assistant

Vacancy Announcement No. UNDP/ SC/2006/121 - Project Assistant

Vacancy Announcement No. UNDP/ SC/2006/122 - Consultant (6 positions)

The closing date of the announcements is 13 December 2006.

UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME. VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO.

UNDP/SC/2006/116

Date of Issue: 29/11/06, Closing Date: 13/12/06

Post Title : Team Leader Mainstreaming Cell

Organization : United Nations Development Programme

(UNDP)

(based in NACO)

Duty Station : New Delhi

Duration : One Year

Type of Contract : Service Contract

This vacancy is open to applicants of either sex. Preference will be

given to equally qualified women candidates and people living with

HIV.

Background:

With an estimated 5.2 million persons living with HIV/AIDS, India

ranks second only to South Africa in terms of numbers. The complex

developmental causes, consequences and challenges associated with

HIV/AIDS are beginning to make an impact in all spheres of people's

lives. In the last 20 years, the epidemic has spread from

concentrated pockets of high prevalence into general population.

Infection in women is rising and the number of children orphaned by

AIDS is growing indicating the need for multi-sectoral responses.

Mainstreaming HIV/AIDS into the existing responses of various

development processes and government/ non-government responses has

emerged as key strategy to address the direct and indirect causes and

impact of the epidemic.

The National AIDS Control Programme Phase-III (NACP-III) will be

initiated during 2006. It will usher in many important changes

especially in relation to the role of NACO, focus on mainstreaming

and partnerships. These priorities come at a fitting time as there is

a clear need to expand prevention and care and support activities and

to step up efforts for controlling infections in India both within

the health sector and in the work of other organizations. There are

several challenges in implementing mainstreaming in India. In the

start-up phase, the main challenge is to plan and strengthen existing

capacity so that efforts can be made in the long-term. To facilitate

the mainstreaming efforts at National level, NACO is proposing to set

up a cell on mainstreaming.

The Mainstreaming Cell at NACO will coordinate mainstreaming projects

supported by donor organisations in its efforts to follow-up on

decisions taken by the National Council on AIDS and issues related to

its sub-committees. The Cell will be led by an expert in

Mainstreaming, assisted by sector specialists (for government, NGO

and private sector) and support staff. This Cell will use Resource

Persons and Agencies as necessary. The cell will be supported by UNDP

as part of its support to NACO for mainstreaming HIV.

Services of a consultant are sought to work with a team of sector

specialists and support NACO's work on Mainstreaming.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Working closely with and under direct supervision of DG & AS, NACO the

incumbent will be expected to undertake the following tasks:

Coordinate mainstreaming projects supported by donor

organizations in its efforts to follow-up on decisions taken by the

National Council on AIDS and issues related to its sub-committees.

Facilitate formation of state councils on AIDS or similar

mechanisms.

Facilitate the non-health ministries in their mainstreaming

endeavours through situational analysis including capacity

assessment, help in drawing up their action plans and facilitate

convergence of services of key departments like DWCD, health and

NACO.

Ensure engagement of Civil Society and Private Sector in HIV

mainstreaming, with the support from sector specialists,

Facilitate organising review meetings and advocacy events,

Facilitate development of generic and sector specific IEC and

advocacy kits, training kits,

Facilitate technical resources to the project partners as and

when necessary in consultation with NACO.

Work closely with the Planning Commission to ensure

integration of Ministries' proposals (with regard to HIV) into

national plan proposals.

Facilitate drawing up the strategies for monitoring &

evaluation and communication & advocacy for various mainstreaming

initiatives.

Ensuring gender mainstreaming as a concurrent process to HIV

mainstreaming taking into account gender dimensions in all policy,

programme and organizational procedures of NACO.

Advocating for an engendered response to the HIV epidemic.

Support development of gender monitoring tools.

Developing a gender resource database in NACO.

Any other task as assigned.

Educational Qualifications:

Advanced university degree in management, public administration,

social sciences, or any other relevant field.

Experience:

• 10-15 years of experience in development sector in a

managerial level.

• The incumbent must have a significant understanding of the

National HIV/AIDS program and the social and economic dimensions of

HIV/AIDS.

• Familiarity with working in government, international

organization on development aspects.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong management and negotiation skills.

• Ability to work independently and as a team player in a multi-

cultural environment. Working knowledge of computers including MS

Office package, essential.

Languages:

Proficiency in spoken and written English essential. Knowledge of

one or two Indian languages will be an asset.

Application to this vacancy should be sent to tlmc-naco@... .

Please insert Vacancy Announcement Number in the Subject of the E-

mail. Applications without the Vacancy Number or with the incorrect

Vacancy Number will not be accepted.

__________________________

UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO.

UNDP/SC/2006/119

Date of Issue:

29/11/06

Closing Date:13/12/06

Post Title : Sector Specialist (Private sector)

Mainstreaming Cell

Organization : United Nations Development Programme

(UNDP)

(based

in NACO)

Duty Station : New Delhi

Duration : One Year

Type of Contract : Service Contract

This vacancy is open to applicants of either sex. Preference will be

given to equally qualified women candidates and people living with

HIV.

Background:

With an estimated 5.1 million persons living with HIV/AIDS, India

ranks second only to South Africa in terms of numbers. The complex

developmental causes, consequences and challenges associated with

HIV/AIDS are beginning to make an impact in all spheres of people's

lives. In the last 20 years, the epidemic has spread from

concentrated pockets of high prevalence into general population.

Infection in women is rising and the number of children orphaned by

AIDS is growing indicating the need for multi-sectoral responses.

Mainstreaming HIV/AIDS into the existing responses of various

development processes and government/ non-government responses has

emerged as key strategy to address the direct and indirect causes and

impact of the epidemic.

Recognizing the need for an exceptional response involving various

sectors and organizations, the National AIDS Control Organisation

(NACO) in partnership with UNDP designed a project, " Support to the

National Response for Mainstreaming HIV " . This project is expected to

lead to a definite change in the way partners execute their

functions. By promoting mainstreaming in India and greater planning

and implementation of HIV related work in different sectors, it is

hoped that ultimately this project will play an important role in

reducing HIV prevalence and incidence in India. A sector specialist

(private sector) is therefore, being recruited under this project.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Working closely with and under direct supervision of team leader, the

Consultant will be expected to undertake the following tasks:

• Backstop team leader and project partners with technical

inputs relating to project.

• Responsible for day-to-day management of the project.

• Coordination between NACO/SACS, UNDP, implementing agencies

among corporate sector.

• Monitor the progress of the various project partners in

corporate sector.

• Ensure smooth functioning and progress of the project.

• Ensure timely flow of funds to the project partners.

• Ensure timely submission of progress reports by project

partners.

• Visit project sites for effective monitoring.

• Facilitate technical resources to the project partners as and

when necessary in consultation with NACO and UNDP.

• Any other task as assigned by NACO and UNDP.

Educational Qualifications:

Advanced university degree in management, public administration,

social sciences, or any other relevant field.

Experience:

• 7-8 years of experience in or with private sector.

• The incumbent must have a significant understanding of the

National HIV/AIDS program and the social and economic dimensions of

HIV/AIDS.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong management and negotiation skills.

• Sound understanding of the corporate sector response to HIV

epidemic.

• Ability to work independently and as a team player in a multi-

cultural environment. Working knowledge of computers including MS

Office package, essential.

• A thorough understanding of the HIV/AIDS epidemic.

Languages:

Proficiency in spoken and written English essential. Knowledge of one

or two Indian languages will be an asset.

Application to this vacancy should be sent to spsmc-

naco@... . Please insert Vacancy Announcement Number in the

Subject of the E-mail. Applications without the Vacancy Number or

with the incorrect Vacancy Number will not be accepted.

UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO. UNDP/SC/2006/117

Date of Issue:

29/11/06

Closing Date: 13/12/06

Post Title : Sector Specialist (Government)

Mainstreaming Cell

Organization : United Nations Development Programme

(UNDP)

(based in NACO)

Duty Station : New Delhi

Duration : One Year

Type of Contract : Service Contract

This vacancy is open to applicants of either sex. Preference will be

given to equally qualified women candidates and people living with

HIV.

Background:

With an estimated 5.1 million persons living with HIV/AIDS, India

ranks second only to South Africa in terms of numbers. The complex

developmental causes, consequences and challenges associated with

HIV/AIDS are beginning to make an impact in all spheres of people's

lives. In the last 20 years, the epidemic has spread from

concentrated pockets of high prevalence into general population.

Infection in women is rising and the number of children orphaned by

AIDS is growing indicating the need for multi-sectoral responses.

Mainstreaming HIV/AIDS into the existing responses of various

development processes and government/ non-government responses has

emerged as key strategy to address the direct and indirect causes and

impact of the epidemic.

Recognizing the need for an exceptional response involving various

sectors and organizations, the National AIDS Control Organisation

(NACO) in partnership with UNDP designed a project, " Support to the

National Response for Mainstreaming HIV " . This project is expected to

lead to a definite change in the way partners execute their

functions. By promoting mainstreaming in India and greater planning

and implementation of HIV related work in different sectors, it is

hoped that ultimately this project will play an important role in

reducing HIV prevalence and incidence in India. A sector specialist

(government) is therefore, being recruited under this project.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Working closely with and under direct supervision of team leader, the

consultant will be expected to undertake the following tasks:

• Backstop team leader and project partners with technical

inputs relating to project.

• Responsible for day-to-day management of the project.

• Coordination between NACO/SACS, UNDP, implementing agencies

among government.

• Monitor the progress of the various project partners in

government sector.

• Ensure smooth functioning and progress of the project.

• Ensure timely flow of funds to the project partners.

• Ensure timely submission of progress reports by project

partners.

• Visit project sites for effective monitoring.

• Facilitate technical resources to the project partners as and

when necessary in consultation with NACO and UNDP.

• Any other task as assigned by NACO and UNDP.

Educational Qualifications:

Advanced university degree in management, public administration,

social sciences, or any other relevant field.

Experience:

• 7-8 years of experience in or with government.

• The incumbent must have a significant understanding of the

National HIV/AIDS program and the social and economic dimensions of

HIV/AIDS.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong management and negotiation skills.

• Sound understanding of the government response to HIV

epidemic.

• Ability to work independently and as a team player in a multi-

cultural environment. Working knowledge of computers including MS

Office package, essential.

• A thorough understanding of the HIV/AIDS epidemic.

Languages:

Proficiency in spoken and written English essential. Knowledge of one

or two Indian languages will be an asset.

Application to this vacancy should be sent to: ssgmc-

naco@... . Please insert Vacancy Announcement Number in the

Subject of the E-mail. Applications without the Vacancy Number or

with the incorrect Vacancy Number will not be accepted.

UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO. UNDP/SC/2006/118

Date of Issue:

29/11/06

Closing Date:13/12/06

Post Title : Sector Specialist (civil society)

Mainstreaming Cell

Organization : United Nations Development Programme

(UNDP)

(based in NACO)

Duty Station : New Delhi

Duration : One Year

Type of Contract : Service Contract

This vacancy is open to applicants of either sex. Preference will be

given to equally qualified women candidates and people living with

HIV.

Background:

With an estimated 5.1 million persons living with HIV/AIDS, India

ranks second only to South Africa in terms of numbers. The complex

developmental causes, consequences and challenges associated with

HIV/AIDS are beginning to make an impact in all spheres of people's

lives. In the last 20 years, the epidemic has spread from

concentrated pockets of high prevalence into general population.

Infection in women is rising and the number of children orphaned by

AIDS is growing indicating the need for multi-sectoral responses.

Mainstreaming HIV/AIDS into the existing responses of various

development processes and government/ non-government responses has

emerged as key strategy to address the direct and indirect causes and

impact of the epidemic.

Recognizing the need for an exceptional response involving various

sectors and organizations, the National AIDS Control Organisation

(NACO) in partnership with UNDP designed a project, " Support to the

National Response for Mainstreaming HIV " . This project is expected to

lead to a definite change in the way partners execute their

functions. By promoting mainstreaming in India and greater planning

and implementation of HIV related work in different sectors, it is

hoped that ultimately this project will play an important role in

reducing HIV prevalence and incidence in India. A sector specialist

(civil society) is therefore, being recruited under this project.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Working closely with and under direct supervision of team leader, the

consultant will be expected to undertake the following tasks:

• Backstop team leader and project partners with technical

inputs relating to project.

• Responsible for day-to-day management of the project.

• Coordination between NACO/SACS, UNDP, implementing agencies

among government.

• Monitor the progress of the various project partners in civil

society sector.

• Ensure smooth functioning and progress of the project.

• Ensure timely flow of funds to the project partners.

• Ensure timely submission of progress reports by project

partners.

• Visit project sites for effective monitoring.

• Facilitate technical resources to the project partners as and

when necessary in consultation with NACO and UNDP.

• Any other task as assigned by NACO and UNDP.

Educational Qualifications:

Advanced university degree in management, public administration,

social sciences, or any other relevant field.

Experience:

• 7-8 years of experience in or with civil society.

• The incumbent must have a significant understanding of the

National HIV/AIDS program and the social and economic dimensions of

HIV/AIDS.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong management and negotiation skills.

• Sound understanding of the civil society response to HIV

epidemic.

• Ability to work independently and as a team player in a multi-

cultural environment. Working knowledge of computers including MS

Office package, essential.

• A thorough understanding of the HIV/AIDS epidemic.

Languages:

Proficiency in spoken and written English essential. Knowledge of one

or two Indian languages will be an asset.

Application to this vacancy should be sent to sscsmc-

naco@... . Please insert Vacancy Announcement Number in the

Subject of the E-mail. Applications without the Vacancy Number or

with the incorrect Vacancy Number will not be accepted.

UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO. UNDP/SC/2006/121

Date of Issue:

29/11/06

Closing Date: 13/12/06

Post Title : Project Assistant Mainstreaming Cell

Organization : United Nations Development Programme

(UNDP)

(based in NACO)

Duty Station : New Delhi

Duration : One Year

Type of Contract : Service Contract

This vacancy is open to applicants of either sex. Preference will be

given to equally qualified women candidates and people living with

HIV.

Background:

With an estimated 5.1 million persons living with HIV/AIDS, India

ranks second only to South Africa in terms of numbers. The complex

developmental causes, consequences and challenges associated with

HIV/AIDS are beginning to make an impact in all spheres of people's

lives. In the last 20 years, the epidemic has spread from

concentrated pockets of high prevalence into general population.

Infection in women is rising and the number of children orphaned by

AIDS is growing indicating the need for multi-sectoral responses.

Mainstreaming HIV/AIDS into the existing responses of various

development processes and government/ non-government responses has

emerged as key strategy to address the direct and indirect causes and

impact of the epidemic.

Recognizing the need for an exceptional response involving various

sectors and organizations, the National AIDS Control Organisation

(NACO) in partnership with UNDP designed a project, " Support to the

National Response for Mainstreaming HIV " . This project is expected to

lead to a definite change in the way partners execute their

functions. By promoting mainstreaming in India and greater planning

and implementation of HIV related work in different sectors, it is

hoped that ultimately this project will play an important role in

reducing HIV prevalence and incidence in India. A project assistant

(Research) is therefore, being recruited under this project.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Working closely with and under direct supervision of team leader

mainstreaming cell, NACO the incumbent will be expected to undertake

the following tasks:

• Maintain data base of relevant research institutions/

experts ;

• Database of other relevant contacts.

• Collate and organize literature, data and information on

mainstreaming of HIV

• Assist in preparation/ formatting of documents, PowerPoint

presentations.

• Facilitate timely completion of project related studies and

preparation of reports;

• Facilitate organization of dissemination workshops;

• Identify, research gaps to prepare pipeline proposals for

studies and research under the mainstreaming project

• Facilitate / Initiate in undertaking research related

activities.

• Facilitate documentation and dissemination of lessons learnt

from the ongoing project

• Provide other project-related assistance as required.

• Any other task as assigned by team leader/NACO/UNDP

Educational Qualifications:

Masters degree in Social Sciences

Experience:

• 3-4 years of experience in HIV/AIDS

• Familiarity with working in an international organization on

development aspects of HIV/AIDS.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong research, writing and presentation skills.

• Working knowledge of computers including MS Office package,

essential.

• Expertise in data management packages

• Ability to work independently and as a team player in a multi-

cultural environment.

• A thorough understanding of the HIV/AIDS epidemic.

Languages:

Proficiency in spoken and written English essential. Knowledge of one

or two Indian languages will be an asset.

Application to this vacancy should be sent to pamc-naco@... .

Please insert Vacancy Announcement Number in the Subject of the E-

mail. Applications without the Vacancy Number or with the incorrect

Vacancy Number will not be accepted.

UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO. UNDP/SC/2006/122

Date of Issue:

29/11/06

Closing Date: 13/12/06

Post Title : Consultant (6 positions)

Organization : United Nations Development Programme

(UNDP)

(one each based in Ministries of

Rural Development,

Panchayati Raj, Tourism, Home Affairs, Urban Development

and

Tribal Affairs)

Duty Station : New Delhi

Duration : One Year

Type of Contract : Service Contract

This vacancy is open to applicants of either sex. Preference will be

given to equally qualified women candidates and people living with

HIV.

Background:

With an estimated 5.2 million persons living with HIV/AIDS, India

ranks second only to South Africa in terms of numbers. The complex

developmental causes, consequences and challenges associated with

HIV/AIDS are beginning to make an impact in all spheres of people's

lives. In the last 20 years, the epidemic has spread from

concentrated pockets of high prevalence into general population.

Infection in women is rising and the number of children orphaned by

AIDS is growing indicating the need for multi-sectoral responses.

Mainstreaming HIV/AIDS into the existing responses of various

development processes and government/ non-government responses has

emerged as key strategy to address the direct and indirect causes and

impact of the epidemic.

Recognizing the need for an exceptional response involving various

sectors and organizations, the National AIDS Control Organisation

(NACO) in partnership with UNDP designed a project, " Support to the

National Response for Mainstreaming HIV " . This project is expected to

lead to a change in the way partners execute their functions. The

project will work especially with Ministries of Rural Development,

Panchayati Raj, Tourism, Home Affairs, Urban Development and Tribal

Affairs. In his capacity as the Chair of the National Council on

AIDS, the Prime Minister has urged all Government ministries,

industry and media to come forward and support the national response

to HIV. The Ministries are expected designate a focal person to take

forward the HIV work. To help the focal persons in strengthening

Mainstreaming efforts a consultant is therefore, being recruited

under this project, for NACO.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Working closely with and under direct supervision of the focal person

in the Ministry, the Consultant is expected to undertake the

following tasks:

• Identify specific entry points in the programmes and schemes

of the Ministry.

• Technically backstop the focal person in designing and

implementing mainstreaming activities.

• Coordinate with different departments within the ministry.

• Responsible for day-to-day management of the project in the

select ministry.

• Monitor the progress of the various activities in the

ministries.

• Facilitate/backstop different awareness/training sessions for

the ministry personnel.

• Facilitate/backstop meetings of intra ministerial

coordination committee.

• Collate and consolidate the reports for further sharing.

• Collect, maintain and update data/files relevant to the

project.

• Provide other project-related assistance as required.

• Coordination between ministry and NACO/SACS, UNDP

• Any other task as assigned by team leader/NACO/UNDP

Educational Qualifications:

Advanced university degree in management, public administration,

social sciences, or any other relevant field.

Experience:

• 5-6 years of experience in or with government.

• The incumbent must have a significant understanding of the

National HIV/AIDS program and the social and economic dimensions of

HIV/AIDS.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong management and negotiation skills.

• Sound understanding of the government response to HIV

epidemic.

• Ability to work independently and as a team player in a multi-

cultural environment. Working knowledge of computers including MS

Office package, essential.

• A thorough understanding of the HIV/AIDS epidemic.

Languages:

Proficiency in spoken and written English essential. Knowledge of one

or two Indian languages will be an asset.

Application to this vacancy should be sent to cdm-naco@....

Please insert Vacancy Announcement Number in the Subject of the E-

mail. Applications without the Vacancy Number or with the incorrect

Vacancy Number will not be accepted.

UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO. UNDP/SC/2006/120

Date of

Issue:29/11/06

Closing Date: 13/12/06

Post Title : Administrative Assistant

Mainstreaming Cell

Organization : United Nations Development Programme

(UNDP)

(based

in NACO)

Duty Station : New Delhi

Duration : One Year

Type of Contract : Service Contract

This vacancy is open to applicants of either sex. Preference will be

given to equally qualified women candidates and people living with

HIV.

Background:

With an estimated 5.1 million persons living with HIV/AIDS, India

ranks second only to South Africa in terms of numbers. The complex

developmental causes, consequences and challenges associated with

HIV/AIDS are beginning to make an impact in all spheres of people's

lives. In the last 20 years, the epidemic has spread from

concentrated pockets of high prevalence into general population.

Infection in women is rising and the number of children orphaned by

AIDS is growing indicating the need for multi-sectoral responses.

Mainstreaming HIV/AIDS into the existing responses of various

development processes and government/ non-government responses has

emerged as key strategy to address the direct and indirect causes and

impact of the epidemic.

Recognizing the need for an exceptional response involving various

sectors and organizations, the National AIDS Control Organisation

(NACO) in partnership with UNDP designed a project, " Support to the

National Response for Mainstreaming HIV " . This project is expected to

lead to a definite change in the way partners execute their

functions. By promoting mainstreaming in India and greater planning

and implementation of HIV related work in different sectors, it is

hoped that ultimately this project will play an important role in

reducing HIV prevalence and incidence in India. An Administrative

assistant is therefore, being recruited under this project.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Working closely with and under direct supervision of team leader

mainstreaming cell, NACO the incumbent will be expected to undertake

the following tasks:

• Provide administrative support to the Mainstreaming Cell in

NACO

• Backstop arrangements for meetings and workshops.

• Coordinate with UNDP for facilitating project-related travel/

accommodation for project staff.

• Follow up with UNDP for timely processing of payments,

preparation of sub-contracts etc. for projects.

• Dispatch letters/ documents/payment; ensuring accuracy of

enclosures of supporting documents and addresses.

• Follow-up with the implementing partners for financial as

well as progress reports;

• Collate and consolidate the reports for further sharing.

• Collect, maintain and update data/files relevant to the

project.

• Provide other project-related assistance as required.

• Any other task as assigned by team leader/NACO/UNDP

Educational Qualifications:

First level University degree in Social Sciences

Experience:

• 3-4 years of experience in HIV/AIDS

• Familiarity with working in an international organization on

development aspects of HIV/AIDS.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to work independently and as a team player in a multi-

cultural environment.

• Working knowledge of computers including MS Office package,

essential.

• A thorough understanding of the HIV/AIDS epidemic.

Languages:

Proficiency in spoken and written English essential. Knowledge of one

or two Indian languages will be an asset.

Application to this vacancy should be sent to: aamc-

naco@... . Please insert Vacancy Announcement Number in the

Subject of the E-mail. Applications without the Vacancy Number or

with the incorrect Vacancy Number will not be accepted.