Kyiv Technical Advisor

Technical Advisor
Location:	Ukraine
Req ID:	2315
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Description
FHI 360 is a global development organization with a rigorous, evidence-based approach. Our professional staff includes experts in health, nutrition, education, economic development, civil society, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,400 staff in the U.S. and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at every level and our multidisciplinary approach enable us to have a lasting impact on the individuals, communities and countries we serve–improving lives for millions. We seek qualified candidates for the position of Technical Advisor, in Kyiv, Ukraine. This position is contingent upon funding. Position Responsibilities: Provide technical assistance and capacity development to support Ukrainian organizations to implement HIV/ AIDS activities, with a focus on prevention; and help these entities become state-of-the-art organizations; Demonstrate strong technical knowledge and working experience in implementing national, mulit-disease health projects in developing or middle income countries; Provide overall technical direction and leadership for a technical activity at all levels for region or global that are priority in the Institute; Participate in resource development activities; Develop strategies and tools for the design and implementation of specific technical components; Ensure appropriate and timely technical support to field programs; Ensure that project implementation adheres to the appropriate global strategy and remains technically sound; Ensure the quality of implemented technical activities and systems at all levels; Conduct routine coordination with FHI employees and consultants, on-site and in the field; Represent FHI and/or Institute to external organizations at professional meetings and conferences; Develop and maintains collaborative relationships with donor organizations, relevant government agencies, bilateral and other NGOs; Maintain a constructive dialogue and technical exchange with field counterparts and technical staff of implementing partners. Minimum Requirements: Education/Experience: MS/MA/MPH in health or social sciences, and 7 - 9 years relevant experience required in HIV/AIDS or family planning with international development programs (10-15 years progressive experience in implementing national, multi-disease health projects in developing or middle income countries is preferred). Overseas field experience required. Ability to travel domestically and/or internationally at least 25%. The proposed candidate should have substantial experience in at least five of the following technical areas: HIV/AIDS services targeted to sex workers/ street children/ MSM/ prisoners; NSP; HCT; Positive Prevention; social and behavior change communications; gender; the use of epidemiology and data in program design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation; qualitative research; policy and advocacy. Professional proficiency in English is required. Knowledge of Russian or Ukrainian is preferred