One Intern Position Needed for the Avian Influenza and Pandemic Initiative Project

Background
Abt Associates is a research and consulting firm which applies scientific research and technical assistance expertise to a wide range of social, economic, and technological policy issues; international development; clinical trials and registries; and complex business problems. Founded in 1965, Abt Associates provides services to U.S. federal, state, and local governments; foreign governments; international organizations; foundations; and business and industry.
Abt has been awarded a three-year project named “Avian Influenza and Pandemic Initiative in Sep 2009 and is working in 05 provinces in Vietnam now.  The award was made by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The project develops community level approaches to implement and build capacity for communication, and animal and human health surveillance and response activities for Avian Influenza (AI).  

Job descriptions:
Abt Vietnam is now looking for Vietnamese national to work as an Intern for the Project.  The successful candidate will assist and report to the Animal Health Director to do the following tasks but not limit to:
- Assist in logistics preparation and administration for internal technical and national Workshops in July 2010 (15 days)
- Entry all data that have been collected by Vet Association and AFAP from all AHW training courses from March to June 2010 (10 days)
- Participate in other activities as required (5 days)

Requirement
- Good personal skills and discipline
- Good English language skills;
- Proficiency in the use of computer software including Word and Excel;
- Ability of working both independently and in groups;

Duration: From 1 July 2010 to 13 August 2010. 
Place of work: Hanoi
Deadline for applicants: 30th June, 2010. The post can be closed sooner if they found the right candidate.
Interested applicants should send the application letter, CV in English and relevant certificate by email/ or post to:  
Abt Associates
2nd Floor, 72 Xuan Dieu, Tay Ho, Hanoi
Tel: (+84.4) 7193139,
Fax: (+84.4) 7182531
Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
 Attn: Intern application