Employment Opportunity
Management Sciences for Health is currently seeking 2 (two) highly qualified LMG-TSP Provincial Transition Coordinator for its LMG-TSP Project. MSH is a U.S. based NGO whose mission is saving lives and improving the health of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. In Vietnam, MSH is implementing the the Leadership, Management and Governance (LMG) Project, funded through USAID, supports country health systems strengthening by addressing the gap in leadership, management and governance capacity of policy makers, health care providers and program managers to implement quality health services at all levels of the health system. The objective of the LMG-Transition Support Project (LMG-TSP) in Viet Nam is to develop and implement a transition process for a sustainable, country-owned HIV/AIDS response in Viet Nam.
Position Description: LMG-TSP Provincial Transition Coordinator
Overall Responsibilities
Funded through USAID, the Leadership, Management and Governance (LMG) Project supports country health systems strengthening by addressing the gap in leadership, management and governance capacity of policy makers, health care providers and program managers to implement quality health services at all levels of the health system. The objective of the LMG-Transition Support Project (LMG-TSP) in Viet Nam is to develop and implement a transition process for a sustainable, country-owned HIV/AIDS response in Viet Nam.
The LMG-TSP Provincial Coordinator is responsible for supporting the planning and implementation of the LMG-TSP at the provincial level. S/he will play a critical role in supporting the generation of an evidence-based transition approach to inform the policy, coordinating and planning required for a successful transition process.
Ideal candidates will possess a good understanding of the Vietnamese health sector at the provincial level and have the ability to collaborate with many partners, including implementing agencies and provincial authorities. The candidate should be familiar with PEPFAR and HIV/AIDS service delivery in Viet Nam. Good knowledge of the expectations and demands of USAID and other international donor agencies will be an added advantage. S/he is expected to have strong communication and facilitation skills and be able to work with, and provide technical assistance to, government institutions and partner organizations.
This position is based in Hanoi and will require extensive travel to provinces (up to 50% time). Although the Provincial Coordinator will primarily work with a select province, s/he will rely heavily on a twinning approach to support the transition process in other province(s).
The Provincial Coordinator is aware of, and adheres to, MSH procurement integrity standards in all activities and assures compliance with USAID and Vietnamese regulations and requirements.
Specific Responsibilities
1.Work closely with the US Government, the Government of Viet Nam, and implementing partners to build a collaborative relationship with and between stakeholders in two assigned provinces. The Provincial Coordinator will plan for, and support the transition of, HIV/AIDS services and human resource capacity from PEPFAR-supported programs to the Government of Viet Nam.
2.Support the development of a provincial transition roadmap in two provinces and ongoing support of its implementation.
3.Collect data on, and track progress towards, province transition, adapting/using the project’s transition benchmarks.
4.Gather key information to inform decision-making around transition, ensuring information is accessible to stakeholders.
5.Support operationalization of Joint Transition Planning Structure, facilitating enabling environment between Provincial HIV/AIDS Steering Committee and VAAC and PEPFAR Provincial Leads. As part of this support, the Provincial Coordinator will:
Participate in regular meetings between VAAC and PEPFAR Provincial Leads, gathering key information for decision-making.
Communicate on a regular basis with the Provincial Transition Focal Point and Provincial HIV/AIDS Steering Committee.
Closely collaborate with implementing partners to pool information for decision-making.
6.Visit to provincial service providers on a regular basis to keep them informed of transition process and timeline and to understand how transition is influencing service delivery.
7.Provide on-the-ground technical assistance to support the design and implementation of a health worker transition plan and to support the review of alternative funding options. Specifically, support the collection of HR-relevant data and continuously monitor HR inventory.
8.Inform guidance to be used for other provinces. Coordinate with other MSH and partner staff in the development and update of related materials as needed.
9.Maintain regular communication with the LMG-TSP Director and Deputy Director to ensure that all technical assistance needs are adequately addressed. Inform strategic communications with central GVN.
10.Engage and oversee work of external consultants as required.
11.Serve as a resource to the project’s sub-contractors.
Qualifications
1.Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in human resources management, organizational development, health or labor economics, public health administration or other relevant area. Master’s level education preferred.
2.Seven plus (7+) years of related experience
3.Experienced in Vietnamese health sector at provincial level
4.Strong understanding of the Viet Nam public sector.
5.Familiarity with PEPFAR and HIV/AIDS service delivery programs in Viet Nam, preferred.
6.Familiarity with US Government (including USAID) regulations and administrative procedures in the implementation of donor assisted projects.
7.Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with senior-level colleagues, particularly interacting productively, proactively, and comfortably with Vietnamese and US government agencies, implementing partners, civil society organizations, donor organizations, and cooperating agencies.
8.Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated strategic agility, diplomacy, conflict management, team building, written and oral communication, and negotiation skills.
9.Proven record of aligning diverse, multi-level teams with project mission and vision.
10.Strong logistics and organizational experience.
11.Strong commitment to sharing knowledge, documenting experiences, and supporting creative initiatives.
12.Willingness to travel within Viet Nam as needed.
13.Excellent written and spoken English and Vietnamese required.
Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental handicap, or status as a disabled or Vietnam Era veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces.
To apply for this position (deadline: 19 January 2013), please send cover letter and CV via email, fax or regular mail to:
MSH LMG Project – LMG-TSP Provincial Transition Coordinator
25 Bui Thi Xuan
Hanoi, Vietnam
Fax: + 84 4 3 945-4563
Or email: [email protected]