FAMILY HEALTH INTERNATIONAL (FHI) is an international non-governmental organization that works with the Vietnam Ministry of Health, other ministries, provincial health services, and local non-government organizations to promote the health and well-being of the Vietnamese population, particularly vulnerable and disenfranchised groups. FHI is currently building the capacity of local organizations in HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and treatment; drug treatment and rehabilitation strategies; clinical research for the development of vaccines and drugs for infectious diseases; tobacco control; and laboratory strengthening.
They are currently seeking qualified, experienced and highly motivated Vietnamese nationals to join FHI/Vietnam for the following positions:
1. Senior Program Officer/ Program Officer - Epidemiologic Research, Surveillance and Evaluation, Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City based
The position will be responsible for development, management and monitoring Epidemiologic Research, Surveillance and Evaluation activities supported by FHI/Vietnam.
Successful candidates will have the following qualifications and abilities:
- Medical doctor (MD) and/ or Master’s degree in public health, epidemiology or health related field.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience of design, implementation and management of surveillance surveys, qualitative/quantitative research, monitoring and evaluation. Ability to analyze data and supervise projects, set priorities and plan for the successful implementation of programs
2. Senior Program Officer/ Program Officer – Care and Treatment, Hanoi based
The position will be responsible for developing, managing, and monitoring comprehensive HIV/AIDS care, support, and treatment projects supported by FHI, including antiretroviral therapy (ART), co-infected with TB and Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) for people living with HIV (PLHIV).
Successful candidates will have the following qualifications and abilities:
- Medical doctor (MD), preference for specialization in infectious diseases with knowledge of HIV clinical care and ARV treatment. Master’s degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, or related field, or equivalent years of experience an asset but not required
- Two years or comparable professional experience in providing medical care, preferably to people-living-with-HIV (PLHIV). Demonstrated skills and knowledge in holistic and client-centered care. Knowledge and experience in SRH and or TB/HIV is preferred but not required
3. Program Officer – Male Sexual Health, Hanoi based
The position will be responsible for supporting the management and implementation of Male Sexual Health (MSH) interventions and research, specifically targeting men-who-have-sex-with-men (MSM), as well as coordinating and working with implementing partners/agencies in project design, proposal development, contractual agreements, provision of monitoring and technical visits and project evaluation.
Successful candidates will have the following qualifications and abilities:
- Bachelor degree in Public Health or Social Sciences, and Masters Degree in public health is a plus
- Two year experience in public health, HIV/AIDS or development programs in Vietnam, especially extensive knowledge of Male Sexual Health
- Candidates who come from MSM community are encouraged to apply. Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the political and ethical issues surrounding HIV and Sexual Transmission Infections (STIs), especially with marginalized groups such as men who have sex with men (MSM) and transgender populations.
General requirements for all positions:
- Experience and knowledge in health or development programs, preferably in the area of the specific position.
- Ability and enthusiasm to learn new areas and willingness to contribute to a dynamic team.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in both Vietnamese and English.
- Experience with computers, including word processing, spreadsheets, and the Internet.
- Work experience with NGOs/INGOs is preferred but not mandatory.
FHI offers competitive salary and benefits.
Please submit detailed curriculum vitae with cover letter (in English) clearly indicating the position you are applying for as well as copies of relevant certificates/degrees, by March 31, 2011 to:
Human Resources Officer, Family Health International
7th Floor, Hanoi Tourist Building, 18 Ly Thuong Kiet Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi, Viet Nam - Email: [email protected] [1]
To obtain a detailed job description for the position, please send your request to [email protected] [1].
Only short listed candidates will be invited for interviews.