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JOBS AT THE AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF LESOTHO


AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF LESOTHO

The American International School of Lesotho is a PS – Grade 8, non-profit school that caters to the local and expatriate families in Maseru, who wish to give their children an American education.

Applications are now open for the following teaching positions;

• Grade 1 Teacher (commencing on the 4th of January, 2016).

• Kindergarten Teacher (commencing on the 8th of August, 2016).

• Middle School English/Social Studies Teacher (commencing on the 8th of August,
2016).

All candidates need to possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from a recognized university. Candidates with Master's Degrees, experience working in international schools and a working knowledge of AERO standards are preferred.

Applications are also invited for the following non-teaching position;

• Financial Assistant (commencing on the 4th of January, 2016).

Knowledge of AERO standards are preferred an equivalent degree and have previous experience working in a service based organization.

Please send your application to the Director, Mr. Greg Hughes, via email to
director@aisl.co.ls, or in person at the school’s office, no later than Tuesday the 1st of
December, 2015.

Candidates should include a one page cover letter, and a one page CV including the current contact details and the contact details of two, current referees. Applications by email must be in pdf format.

CONSULTANT - HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT & ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT


VACANCY ADVERTISEMENT
The Institute of Development Management (IDM) is a regional organization, with campuses in
Botswana, Lesotho and Swaziland providing management development through Training, Researchand Consultancy. IDM now wishes to appoint highly motivated individuals to fill the following
position:
SENIOR LECTURER/CONSULTANT - HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT & ORGANISATIONAL
DEVELOPMENT
The key Performance Areas and Responsibilities are:
• Design, Delivery and Evaluation of Training programmes.
• Manage HR & OD Consultancies and Research
• Manage HR & OD course administration, Moderation & Assessment
• Marketing of IDM products and services & Customer Relations
• Compliance with IDM Policies and Systems.
The position calls for an individual with the following qualifications and experience:
• Masters Degree in Organisational Development
or
• Masters Degree in Industrial/ Organizational Psychology
• Strong background in Strategic Management and Planning
• HR background from junior degree level will be an added advantage
• Three (3) years’ experience in training and consultancy environment
Key competencies:
• Research & Consultancy skills
• Strong communication, impact and influence skills
• Interpersonal and customer relations orientation
• Decisiveness and assertiveness
• Critical and analytical thinking
• Business and Results Focus
• External Environment awareness
• Planning and Resource Management
Applications accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), certified copies of educational
qualifications and contact details of the three referees should be submitted on or before 4th
December, 2015 to The Human Resource & Administration Manager, IDM, P O Box 1318, Maseru 100
or hand deliver at Plot No. 129, Moshoeshoe Road, Maseru.
All people who responded to our earlier advertisements should not apply as they are already in IDM
database.
Only shortlisted people will be contacted.

JOBS AT WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION , LESOTHO , NOV 2015


EBOLA OUTBREAK - PSYCHOSOCIAL OFFICER (PUBLIC MENTAL HEALTH) 
Vacancy Number: AFRO/15/TA62
Duty Station: Multiple duty stations
Grade: P level
Contract Type: Temporary appointment
Closing Date: 30 Nov 2015
EBOLA OUTBREAK - SURGE CAPACITY - ANTHROPOLOGIST 
Vacancy Number: AFRO/14/TA187
Duty Station: Multiple duty stations
Grade:
Contract Type: Temporary appointment
Closing Date: 30 Nov 2015
EBOLA OUTBREAK - SURGE CAPACITY - COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/SOCIAL MOBILIZATION - THIS VACANCY NOTICE SUPERSEDES AFRO/14/TA188 
Vacancy Number: AFRO/14/TA195
Duty Station: Multiple duty stations
Grade:
Contract Type: Temporary appointment
Closing Date: 30 Nov 2015
EBOLA OUTBREAK - SURGE CAPACITY - EPIDEMIOLOGIST - THIS VACANCY SUPERSEDES VN AFRO/14/TA137 
Vacancy Number: AFRO/14/TA181
Duty Station: Multiple duty stations
Grade:
Contract Type: Temporary appointment
Closing Date: 30 Nov 2015
EBOLA OUTBREAK - SURGE CAPACITY - LOGISTICIAN THIS VACANCY NOTICE SUPERSEDES VACANCY AFRO/14/TA136 
Vacancy Number: AFRO/14/TA184
Duty Station: Multiple duty stations
Grade:
Contract Type: Temporary appointment
Closing Date: 30 Nov 2015
EBOLA OUTBREAK - SURGE CAPACITY - OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY (OHS) SPECIALIST 
Vacancy Number: WHO/15/TA164
Duty Station: Multiple duty stations
Grade: P level
Contract Type: Temporary appointment
Closing Date: 25 Dec 2015
EBOLA OUTBREAK - SURGE CAPACITY - OPERATIONS PLANNING SPECIALIST 
Vacancy Number: AFRO/14/TA191
Duty Station: Multiple duty stations
Grade: P level
Contract Type: Temporary appointment
Closing Date: 30 Nov 2015
EBOLA OUTBREAK - SURGE CAPACITY - RESPONSE MONITORING COORDINATOR 
Vacancy Number: WHO/15/TA171
Duty Station: Multiple duty stations
Grade: P level
Contract Type: Temporary appointment
Closing Date: 30 Nov 2015
EBOLA OUTBREAK - SURGE CAPACITY - RESPONSE MONITORING OFFICER (HEALTH) 
Vacancy Number: AFRO/14/TA189
Duty Station: Multiple duty stations
Grade:
Contract Type: Temporary appointment
Closing Date: 30 Nov 2015
EBOLA OUTBREAK - SURGE CAPACITY - WATER SANITATION SPECIALIST - THIS VACANCY SUPERSEDES VN AFRO/14/TA139 
Vacancy Number: AFRO/14/TA183
Duty Station: Multiple duty stations
Grade: P level
Contract Type: Temporary appointment
Closing Date: 30 Nov 2015
EBOLA OUTBREAK - SURGE CAPACITY- FIELD COORDINATOR 
Vacancy Number: AFRO/14/TA176
Duty Station: Multiple duty stations
Grade:
Contract Type: Temporary appointment
Closing Date: 30 Nov 2015
EBOLA OUTBREAK RESPONSE AND HEALTH SYSTEMS RECOVERY - INFECTION PREVENTION AND CONTROL (IPC) 
Vacancy Number: AFRO/15/TA148
Duty Station: Multiple duty stations
Grade: P level
Contract Type: Temporary appointment
Closing Date: 30 Nov 2015
EBOLA RESPONSE & RECOVERY - Budget and Finance Officer 
Vacancy Number: AFRO/15/TA291
Duty Station: Multiple duty stations
Grade: P2
Contract Type: Temporary appointment
Closing Date: 16 Dec 2015
EBOLA RESPONSE & RECOVERY - Human Resources Officer (HRO) 
Vacancy Number: AFRO/15/TA289
Duty Station: Multiple duty stations
Grade: P3
Contract Type: Temporary appointment
Closing Date: 10 Dec 2015
EBOLA RESPONSE & RECOVERY - Procurement Officer 
Vacancy Number: AFRO/15/TASR87
Duty Station: Conakry Guinea
Grade: P2
Contract Type: Temporary Appointment under Staff Rule 420.4
Closing Date: 11 Dec 2015

Volunteer, Health Financing


Founded in 2002 by President William J. Clinton, the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to strengthening integrated health systems around the world and expanding access to care and treatment for HIV/AIDS, malaria and other illnesses. Based on the premise that business oriented strategy can facilitate solutions to global health challenges, CHAI acts as a catalyst to mobilize new resources and optimize the impact of these resources to save lives, via improved organization of commodity markets and more effective local management. By working in association with governments and other NGO partners, CHAI is focused on large scale impact and, to date, CHAI has secured lower pricing agreements for treatment options in more than 70 countries. In addition, CHAI's teams are working side-by-side with over 30 governments to tackle many of the largest barriers to effective treatment and care.
CHAI currently seeks a Health Financing Volunteer to support our expanding work in health financing within Lesotho. CHAI’s Health Financing Program in Lesotho assists the Government to improve efficient utilization of financial resources for health by better understanding of financial resource flows and needs within the health sector, as well as, identify potential areas where value for money could be better maximized. The program will also support development of long-term strategies and policies towards ensuring sustainable financing for the health sector.
The Health Financing volunteer will report to the program lead and provide analytical support across multiple work-streams within the program. S/he will be a part of a team that works in close partnership with the Ministry of Health, cooperating on a regular basis with donors, partner organizations and NGOs.
The ideal candidate must have excellent communications skills and cultural sensitivity as s/he will be working closely with MoH partners. S/he must be able to manage multiple tasks and drive multiple work plans forward. S/he must exhibit a passion for results and commitment to excellence. We place great value on the following qualities: entrepreneurship, responsibility, tenacity, independence, energy and work ethic.
Job Requirements
  • Support analysis of health sector funding flows and the identification of potential areas of inefficiencies, resource needs, and resource reallocation
  • Support data collection on unit costs of health sector activities, as well as, conduct cost analysis and impact analysis of various health interventions
  • Conduct economic analysis of policies and strategies, as well as, analysis to inform health sector prioritization processes
  • Support information dissemination through generation of power point presentation slides and written reports
  • Support central and district health managers on use of data for evidence-based decision making during key resource mobilization and planning processes
  • Any other programmatic duty as assigned by the Program Lead
  • Bachelor’s degree in any area related to finance and economics, public health or related degree in social sciences; plus, 1-2 years of relevant professional experience in a demanding, results-oriented environment;
  • Excellent problem solving, analytical and quantitative skills, including significant experience working with Ms Excel;
  • Strong quantitative background with significant experience conducting financial analysis on large datasets using advanced Excel formulae and functions/financial & economic modelling experience;
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and an ability to build professional relationships;
  • Ability to learn on the job quickly and absorb/synthesize a broad range of information
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and demanding environment;
  • Ability to work independently on complex projects;
  • Ability to react quickly to ad-hoc requests while managing an existing workload;
  • Proficiency in English (written and oral)
Advantages:
  • Private sector experience in corporate finance, investment banking or management consulting
  • Prior experience or working knowledge of health financing highly desirable
  • Master’s degree in related field
  • Experience working in developing countries, particularly Sub-Saharan Africa.
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HOW TO APPLY:

Traineeship Architect and/or Civil Engineer Construction


Traineeship at the International Committee of the Red Cross
Water and Habitat Unit
1 position: Architect and/or Civil Engineer Construction
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organization whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance. The ICRC also endeavours to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening humanitarian law and universal humanitarian principles.
Each year, armed conflict disrupts millions of lives. The ICRC’s water and habitat activities ensure that people in conflict zones have access to water and create or maintain a sustainable living environment. Ultimately, this work reduces death and suffering due to habitat damage or disruption to water supplies.
The ICRC’s Water and Habitat Unit has five main areas of activity:
 Water supply, storage and distribution
 Sanitation, waste management and environmental science
 Restoration and management of electric power
 Construction, repair and safety of structures
 Provision of temporary community facilities
More information on ICRC and the Water and Habitat Unit can be found on https://www.icrc.org/en/what-we-do/water-habitat
Description
The trainee will be part of the Water and Habitat team and work within the ICRC Assistance Division at the headquarters level. He/she will participate in the development of the Unit's activities by supporting the team in its day to day tasks and by developing technical standards, tools and guidelines.
Desired Profile
• Interest in humanitarian issues
• Educational background in the field of Architecture and/or Civil Engineering
• Good knowledge of the building construction sector
• Knowledge of project management
• Know-how of MEP (HVAC)
• Literate in AutoCAD, Sketchup and Microsoft Office
• Writing skills and capacity to communicate scientific information to non-specialists
• Proficient in written and spoken English, knowledge of French an asset
• Autonomy, flexibility, adaptability
The position will be a full-time paid traineeship of 12 months based at the ICRC headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland.

HOW TO APPLY:
If interested, send your CV with a motivation letter to wathabintern16@icrc.org.
Deadline for sending the application: 14.12.2015
Expected starting date of traineeship: 22.02.2016
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted subsequently for interviews. Please be aware that the ICRC is not in a position to cover any related travel or accommodation costs. However, interviews may be conducted by phone.

Traineeship Civil Engineer (Generalist)


Traineeship at the International Committee of the Red Cross
Water and Habitat Unit
1 position: Civil Engineer (Generalist)
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organization whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance. The ICRC also endeavours to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening humanitarian law and universal humanitarian principles.
Each year, armed conflict disrupts millions of lives. The ICRC’s water and habitat activities ensure that people in conflict zones have access to water and create or maintain a sustainable living environment. Ultimately, this work reduces death and suffering due to habitat damage or disruption to water supplies.
The ICRC’s Water and Habitat Unit has five main areas of activity:
 Water supply, storage and distribution
 Sanitation, waste management and environmental science
 Restoration and management of electric power
 Construction, repair and safety of structures
 Provision of temporary community facilities
More information on ICRC and the Water and Habitat Unit can be found on https://www.icrc.org/en/what-we-do/water-habitat
Description
The trainee will be part of the Water and Habitat team and work within the ICRC Assistance Division at the headquarter level. He/she will participate in the development of the Unit's activities by supporting the team in its day to day tasks and by developing technical standards, tools and guidelines.
Desired Profile
• Interest in humanitarian issues
• Educational background in the field of Civil Engineering
• Knowledge of water resources engineering is an asset
• Interest in urban facilities, environmental engineering and/or health care approaches
• Know-how of project management and conceptualisation
• Strong analytical and organisational skills
• Literate in Microsoft Office
• Writing skills and capacity to communicate scientific information to non-specialists
• Proficient in written and spoken English, knowledge of French is an asset
• Autonomy, flexibility, adaptability
The position will be a full-time paid traineeship of 6 months, extendable to a maximum of 12 months, based at the ICRC headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland.

HOW TO APPLY:
If interested, send your CV with a motivation letter to wathabintern16@icrc.org.
Deadline for sending the application: 14.12.2015
Expected starting date of the traineeship: 22.02.2016
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted subsequently for interviews. Please be aware that the ICRC is not in a position to cover any related travel or accommodation costs. However, interviews may be conducted by phone.

Country Director, ICAP in Lesotho


Reporting to the Director, ICAP at Columbia University, the Country Director, ICAP in Lesotho serves as the primary ICAP representative in Lesotho and is responsible for the strategic leadership and direction of all of ICAP’s programs of research, technical assistance and training in Lesotho. Responsible for managing all aspects of the country program, including all technical, programmatic and operational aspects, for ensuring optimal use of human, financial and physical resources and for full compliance with donor regulations and requirements and University policies. Lead the implementation and monitoring of ICAP’s portfolio of work in-country. Serve as the senior representative of ICAP in Lesotho, responsible for developing and maintaining highly collaborative working relationships with representatives from the Government of Lesotho, academic institutions, donors, supporters and other implementing and collaborating partners.
This position is grant funded.
Location: Maseru, Lesotho
Major Accountabilities
  • Provides strategic leadership to the design and implementation of country programs, projects and activities and oversees program planning, monitoring, reporting and evaluation.
  • Ensures optimal use of human, financial, and physical resources to successfully meet project milestones and technical quality standards, and to achieve project objectives, deliverables and targets.
  • Provides leadership and manages to ensure that all projects and activities are executed in line with and meet the technical standards and expectations of ICAP and its donors and supporters.
  • Oversees and coordinates the successful completion of planning and budgeting requirements of the country office.
  • Ensures mechanisms are in place to monitor the implementation of projects, including progress toward achieving objectives and targets with high quality and on-time performance.
  • Provides effective oversight to all financial and administrative functions undertaken by the country office to ensure efficient and effective and the provision of sufficient administrative support to all projects.
  • Ensure that all activities are undertaken in full compliance with ICAP standard operating procedures, Columbia University and donor policies and regulations, and national policies and laws.
  • Develops and maintains highly collaborative working relationships with representatives from the Government of Lesotho, academic institutions, donors, supporters and other implementing and collaborating partners.
  • Ensures documentation and dissemination of findings, impact, innovations, and lessons learned.
  • Leads in-country efforts for development and mobilization of new resources and donor commitments.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Education
  • MD (or international equivalent), PhD, MPH, or other relevant advanced degree in the fields of public health or international development.
Experience, Skills & Minimum Required Qualifications
  • Minimum 10 years of experience managing large international public health or human development programs with at least 5 years of experience in managing public health programs in resource limited settings.
  • Experience in HIV/AIDS program development, implementation and monitoring in resource-limited settings.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of technical content areas relevant to the current projects within the ICAP in Lesotho country portfolio.
  • Proven record of leading donor-funded projects, which consistently meet objectives and targets.
  • Experience working on or leading health and development projects supported by the United States Government (with an emphasis on CDC and USAID-funded Cooperative Agreements under PEPFAR), the Global Fund, the UN system agencies, foundations or other bilateral donors.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of rules, regulations and requirements of USG and other major international donors.
  • Demonstrated experience and skills in public health diplomacy, negotiations and cross-cultural communications.
  • Excellent oral presentation and writing skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to identify, analyze and resolve problems, constraints and issues relevant to project implementation and performance.
  • Proven ability to lead, manage and mentor a culturally diverse team operating in complex environments.
Experience, Skills & Preferred Qualifications
  • In-depth knowledge of the Lesotho public health sector and national and provincial health systems.
  • Demonstrated experience overseeing the design and implementation of research studies, public health evaluations and training and education programs.
Travel Requirements
  • Frequent in-country travel within Lesotho. 1 – 2 trips per month with each trip taking 2 – 4 days each.
  • 2 – 4 International trips each year with each trip taking 5 – 10 days.

HOW TO APPLY:
NOTE: This is a local hire position and the successful candidate will be an employee of ICAP in Lesotho and subject to the local terms and conditions of employment which includes a competitive salary and benefits package.
To apply, send cover letter and CV to icap-jobs-lesotho@columbia.edu.
Please indicate you are applying for position “Country Director, ICAP in Lesotho” in the subject line of your e-mail.
Do not attach any certificates when submitting on line. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

PHIA Project - Project Coordinator


In partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), ICAP will conduct Population-based HIV Impact Assessments (PHIAs) in specific PEPFAR-supported countries. Each PHIA will define the status of the national HIV epidemic, guide global and local allocation of funding and resources based on evidence, and integrate capacity building of country stakeholders in the design, conduct, analysis, and use of PHIAs.
Reporting to the Lesotho PHIA Project Director, the Project Coordinator, PHIA Project will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a national population-level HIV impact assessment (PHIA) in Lesotho. Responsible for coordinating all of the PHIA’s day-to-day activities in country, coordinate local institutional review board reviews and approvals, coordinate and support the field team, oversee the activities of sub-contractors, and support the overall implementation of the PHIA. Supports the training of staff on the study protocol, procedures, policies, relevant regulations and also ensure that the study protocol, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and other relevant policies and regulations are being followed. Reports study site progress and maintain study regulatory files. Provides oversight and management of specific in-country PHIA staff, to be determined, and will assist with the oversight of in-country sub-contracted survey and lab organizations.
More details on ICAP’s PHIA Project may be found at:
This position is grant funded.
Location: Maseru, Lesotho
Major Accountabilities
  • Support all aspects of the PHIA project, including protocol development and implementation, institutional review board submissions and maintenance of regulatory files
  • Assist with recruiting, training and supervision of other ICAP PHIA project staff, as needed
  • Understand and adhere to the protocol, SOPs, and other appropriate regulations, procedures and policies; assist in drafting and revising SOPs and training manuals, as needed
  • Ensure that PHIA staff maintain confidentiality of study participants and adhere to principles of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and ethics of human subjects research
  • Conduct frequent field visits to ensure timely recruitment of participants and collection of high quality data
  • Liaise with, support and coordinate outside contractors to ensure timely completion of contracted scopes of work while adhering to GCP and protection of human subjects research
  • Liaise with representatives from the Ministries of Health (MoH) and CDC to discuss progress of the project and to address any challenges or issues that arise during conduct of the project
  • Support communication needs of local and international investigators through organizing meetings, conference calls, and regular interactions
  • Prepare progress and other reports and study documents, as assigned
  • Participate in the preparation of scientific analyses, abstracts and publications
  • Assist with capacity building workshops
  • Perform other duties as directed
Education
  • Requires a MPH or equivalent professional degree
Experience, Skills & Minimum Required Qualifications
  • Minimum three (3) to five (5) years of research experience as a Project Coordinator
  • Demonstrated experience supervising project teams
  • Demonstrated experience working in low-resource settings
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
Experience, Skills & Preferred Qualifications
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in local languages
Travel Requirements
  • Periodic domestic travel throughout Lesotho to support the planning and implementation of the PHIA Project

HOW TO APPLY:
NOTE: This is a local hire position and the successful candidate will be an employee of ICAP in Lesotho and subject to the local terms and conditions of employment which includes a competitive salary and benefits package.
To apply, send cover letter and CV to icap-jobs-lesotho@columbia.edu.
Please indicate you are applying for position “PHIA Project – Project Coordinator” in the subject line of your e-mail.
Do not attach any certificates when submitting on line. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

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