Vacancy: Web Services Consultant Kolkata, India

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Job title: *Web Services Consultant (Job code CAL-COA-WSC-1008)

Employing organization: Solidarity and Action Against The HIV

Infection in India (SAATHII), India

Location:* Kolkata, India

Date of Issue:* October 22, 2008

Closing Date:* October 31, 2008

About SAATHII:

SAATHII, a non-government organization founded in 2000, works to strengthen the

capacities of individuals and organizations working on HIV/AIDS in India through

information dissemination, networking, advocacy, research and technical

assistance services. It is known for innovative and multi-sectoral initiatives

in the field of HIV/AIDS.

SAATHII is registered as a tax-exempt charitable trust with offices in Chennai

(Head Office), Kolkata, Hyderabad, Karur, Bhubaneswar and Jaipur.

Job Description:*

SAATHII is looking for a suitable individual for its *Web Services

Consultant *position under a long-term project titled " Building the Capacity of

People Living with HIV and Sexual Minorities in Orissa and West Bengal to

Advance their Health and Rights " . The project seeks to build and facilitate

coalitions of these communities to conduct joint advocacy, play a watchdog role

and engage with government agencies in effective implementation of crucial

health programmes. The project is a collaborative venture of SAATHII

and Interact Worldwide, London.

The Web Services Consultant will be required to collate, edit and prepare final

matter for uploading to SAATHII's website, principally for Kolkata and

project-specific web pages. A working knowledge of health issues (like sexual

and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS and associated issues) and day-to-day NGO

administrative / accounting functions will be considered a valuable plus. The

Web Services Consultant will report to the Campaign Development Coordinator of

the said project.

*Skills and Qualifications Required:*

1. At least three years of experience in web design, development and

maintenance

2. At least a graduation degree from a reputed university in science,

computers, arts or commerce

3. Competence in HTML and ability to work with DreamWeaver, Frontpage

or equivalent

4. Knowledge of file transfer protocols

5. Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Flash a plus

6. Good command over English and basic collation, proofing and editing

skills in English.

7. Good command over at least one of the following languages (writing

and translation skills): Bengali / Oriya / Hindi

8. Basic knowledge of current health and development sector issues,

particularly sexual and reproductive health and HIV/AIDS

9. Candidates with experience in accounting and administration work in

any reputed organization in India will be given preference

10. Ability to work independently and as a team player in a complex,

multi-cultural environment, with demonstrated communication, networking and

presentation capabilities

*People living with HIV, women candidates and candidates from gender or

sexuality minority sections are encouraged to apply.***

*Consultancy fee amount: *Around Rs.8000/- per month . Number of working hours

and days will be negotiable. An initial three-month contract will be offered,

with a renewable option.

*To apply: *

Please submit a comprehensive CV in English with a supporting cover letter,

including the names of three referees (preferably one should be a current or

previous employer), as well as last salary earned, and whether able to join

immediately or not.

Applications should be sent by courier or e-mail to the following contact

address, and be clearly marked: * " Application for **Web Services Consultant

**Position for Kolkata Office " .*

*Contact address:*

Director, Kolkata Office

Solidarity and Action Against The HIV Infection in India (SAATHII)

229, Kalitala Main Road, Purbachal (North), Kolkata 700 078

E-mail: saathii.jobs@... (CVs sent to any other e-mail ID will not be

entertained)

Website: www.saathii.org

Closing date for applications:* October 31, 2008

Likely interview and written examination date and venue for short listed

candidates will be intimated over phone.

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SAATHII: Solidarity and Action Against the HIV Infection in India

Chennai: (044) 2817-3948

Calcutta: (033) 2334-7329

Hyderabad: (040) 2767-4757

www.saathii.org

Job inquiries: saathii.jobs @ gmail.com

All other inquiries: saathii