Mozambique: ECHO Specialist Advisors – Mozambique

Abt Associates is a mission-driven, global leader in research and program implementation in the fields of health, social and environmental policy, and international development. Known for its rigorous approach to solving complex challenges, Abt Associates was ranked as one of the top 20 global research firms in 2012 and also named one of the top 40 international development innovators. The company has multiple offices in the U.S. and program offices in nearly 40 countries.

The International Health Division is committed to the improvement of health and healthcare delivery around the world. Serving both the public and private sectors, our efforts include health policy research and evaluation, health promotion and disease prevention, health finance, and health systems management. Our impact is felt in policies that ensure healthcare access for women, children, and individuals with special needs, in strengthening health infrastructures, and HIV/AIDS solutions.

Position Summary

Abt Associates is seeking a candidate for ECHO Specialist Advisors shall report to the DCOP:GS and will have frequent routine communications with other ECHO team members based in Beira and in the Provinces. The Specialist Advisors will have a technical reporting relationship with the Technical Director and will be responsible for their specialty technical area, and along with the Technical director, they will provide direction and be responsible for technical outcomes of the Activity. The Technical Director and Specialist Advisors will have a two way relationship and will share in the implementation of the technical principles guiding the program. Based in Maputo or Beira.

Senior Strategic Information Specialist

The Senior Strategic Information (SI) Specialist will have a minimum of:

• An advanced degree in statistics, quantitative and qualitative data analysis, data management, or information systems or related degree

• At least 10 years of experience in the field of M&E, Information Systems, or Strategic Information related to health projects with some experience in public health

• At least five years of experience in collecting, analyzing, and managing donor funded project data

• The ability to influence program policy and operational decisions, demonstrated by previous experience in leading the development and implementation of instruments, tools, and or protocols used in the measurement of program outcomes

• Strong skills in word processing, Excel, and other programs used for data analyses and data presentation

• Strong oral and written skills in Portuguese and English

Senior HIV/AIDS Treatment Specialist

The HIV/AIDS Treatment Specialist will have a minimum of:

• A medical degree or a doctoral level degree in public health or related field

• At least 10 years of experience in clinical service delivery of HIV related interventions

• Strong skills in data use and interpretation

• Ability to perform at a senior policy level

• Demonstrated experience at a senior level participating or advising in high level MOH meetings/discussions/boards

• Demonstrated ability in monitoring similar programs and interpreting and utilizing national level data

• Strong oral and written skills in Portuguese and English

Senior Viral Load/Lab Specialist

The Senior Viral Load/Lab Specialist will have a minimum of:

• A medical degree or a doctoral level degree in public health or related field

• At least 10 years of experience in clinical service delivery of HIV related interventions, with a focus on viral load monitoring

• Strong skills in data use and interpretation

• Ability to perform at a senior policy level

• Demonstrated experience at a senior level participating or advising in high level MOH meetings/discussions/boards

• Demonstrated ability in monitoring similar programs and interpreting and utilizing national level data

• Strong oral and written skills in Portuguese and English

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Abt Associates is an AA/EO employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits.

Please submit your most recent CV and cover letter to MozambiqueJobs@abtassoc.com Please include the position you are applying for and project name in the subject line. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.