Job Vacancies with CBCI- HC in Delhi, Kolkata, Patna and Ahmedabad

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The Health Commission of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of India

(CBCI) in collaboration with Caritas India and Constella Futures is

setting up 45 community care centres (CCC) in the states of Gujarat,

West Bengal, Orrisa, Chattisgarh and Bihar.

The objective of the CCC is to provide treatment for opportunistic infections

and to improve drug adherence among people living with HIV (PLHIV) and to

integrate care and support services to existing out reach activities and build

capacities for community-based care. CBCI-HC is currently recruiting for

thefollowing positions.

1. Financial and Administrative Manager - New Delhi

Tasks and Responsibilities

* Assist Project Director and his designees with annual budgeting process and

revisions of budgets as necessary;

* Facilitate subcontractor financial reporting, ensuring that

reports are accurate, timely, meet program requirements and that

subcontractors submit reports in order to maintain necessary funding for

implementation of their work;

* Serve as back-up liaison for administrative and financial

reporting purposes to the Primary recipient, CBCI, regional offices and other

reporting agencies.

* Manage allocation of resources (vehicles, drivers, supplies,

computers, other fixed assets), leases and space allocation for the

various program offices;

* Manage and supervise the finance and administrative personnel

working at regional offices on a regular basis

* Serve as primary contact for vendors and service providers for

CBCI program office and help negotiate favorable costs and consolidate

orders for goods and supplies as needed;

* Manage process of review and approval for agreements with vendors;

* Draft new administrative and financial policies or revise/clarify existing

policies where needed and as requested/approved by the Project Director to meet

requirements for managing Global Fund

sponsored grants;

* Develop training programs and help coordinate the same for

financial and administrative staff as needed to ensure compliance with

the donor and Indian regulations;

* Assist with internal and external audits and other

administrative and financial matters as required.

Desired Profile

Five or more years of related experience required, preferably in a

program setting or NGO environment. Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree

in Business, Finance preferred. Accounting (A/P, A/R, fiscal reporting, etc.)

skills are essential. Strong grants management and financial management skills

are required. Familiarity with Government funded programs and grants and

knowledge of applicable regulations involving international donor agencies,

including external and internal auditing procedures and procurement processes

required.

Incumbent should possess strong interpersonal, organizational, and

problem solving skills and ability to work effectively with all levels.

Must have the ability to work with shifting priorities and deadline

pressure; both independently and as part of a team. Must be highly

proficient in Tally, MS Word, Excel and be willing to learn new software

packages as needed. Strong organizational, written and oral

communication skills are essential.

2. Documentation Officer- New Delhi

Tasks and Responsibilities

* Helping implement the project's knowledge management,

communication and information strategies

* Assisting in the documentation of lessons learnt, workshops and

research outcomes, etc

* Support the production of website, newsletters, other

promotional materials, etc

* Provide inputs for managing the Media, PR and Networking

functions

* Provide multi-tasking support to the project staff for

organizing forum workshops, meetings and other activities

* Assist in other related activities as required

Desired Profile

PG in Social Sciences, Mass Comm. or PR from a premier institution or

university. Excellent writing and editing skills, both in English and

Hindi. Proficient in computers. Willing to travel extensively.

Participation/ exposure to development and health programs both in the

urban and rural settings. Knowledge/ work experience in North and

Eastern parts of India shall be preferred.

3. Regional Coordinator- 1 each in Kolkata, Patna and Ahmedabad

Tasks and Responsibilities

* Provide technical assistance on various aspects of care and

support of PLHIV to the FBO

* Provide hands-on assistance in setting up CCC and monitor the

implementation of the project

* Work as a link between the office in New Delhi and the CCC in

the state/s

* Assist in developing effective procurement plans for the CCC

and in timely delivery of supplies purchased centrally to the CCC

* Provide over all guidance in helping CCC in putting in good

practice management and M & E systems in place

* Coordinate with other stakeholders including SACS, ART centre,

ICTC and other NGOS in the state and develop working relationships with them

* Other tasks assigned by the Program Manager.

Desired Profile

Should have at least a master's degree in social work, management or

other social sciences. Progressively sound technical understanding of

the HIV epidemic, specifically care and support program. Should possess 2-3

years of experience in coordinating multi-location projects on HIV or health

related. Should have excellent interpersonal and communications skills,

especially in local language. Should be able to lead and motivate others,

consultative and collaborative approach, ability to work and achieve results in

challenging environment, adaptability and ability to cope with change, and,

ability to turn challenges into opportunities.

4. MIS officer- 1 each in Kolkata and Ahmedabad

Tasks and Responsibilities

* Provide technical assistance to the CCC on different aspects

of monitoring and evaluation

* Help in setting up of M & E systems at the CCC level

* Monitor the quality of data collected, compiled and transmitted upwards.

* Facilitate a smooth flow of data from the CCC to the Delhi office

* Other tasks assigned by the Program Manager.

Desired Profile

Should have a degree in social sciences or related subjects. Adequate

technical understanding of the HIV and AIDS epidemic and care programs

for PLHIV. Should possess 2-3 years of experience in collecting,

compiling, editing and report writing on HIV or health related. Should

have excellent interpersonal and communications skills, especially in

local language. Should have the ability to work and achieve results in

challenging environment, adaptability and ability to cope with change,

and, ability to turn challenges into opportunities.

5. Administrative and Financial Assistant- 1 each in Kolkata, Patna and

Ahmedabad

Tasks and Responsibilities

* Provide administrative and secretarial assistance to program

staff

* Coordinate and arrange logistics for meetings, events,

workshops, trainings etc

Desired Profile

Preferably, a graduate degree in commerce. 1-2 years of work experience in the

similar field. Basic knowledge of income tax and laws governing societies.

Skills in working with MS Office, fluency in English and local language. Ability

to perform multiple functions and work under time pressure. Excellent

interpersonal and communication skills, strong organizational skills

Interested applicants should email a detailed CV to

sherry@... not later than 20 July, 2007.

Selected candidate should be available to join latest by the beginning of

August, 2007.

Salary will commensurate the best in the NGO sector.

People living with HIV are encouraged to apply.