HIV/AIDS Expert
Monitoring and Evaluation Health Assessment, Zimbabwe
The Mitchell Group, Inc. (TMG) is seeking a qualified HIV and AIDS Expert for an anticipated 6-month performance evaluation in Zimbabwe.
This Fall, USAID/Zimbabwe will conduct performance evaluations of family planning services, maternal and child health programming, and HIV/AIDS activities throughout Zimbabwe. The assessments will be used to generate and share important lessons to inform decision making and guide design and implementation of future activities.
HIV/AIDS Expert Responsibilities
- Manage a team of local subject matter experts in the field;
- Conduct initial desk study and assessment design utilizing standard USAID M&E assessment methodology
- Draft initial assessment of the M&E situation in Zimbabwe, respond to comments from Mission and prepare the final report;
- Ensure efficient performance of this contract, overseeing quality control and reporting and interact professionally with senior Mission, Embassy and Government of Zimbabwe officials.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, social sciences, health care management, or related field
- Minimum 8 years of experience in international public health in the field of HIV/AIDS with experience in HIV/AIDS quality improvement programming
- Minimum 15 years of experience in project management and implementation
- Demonstrated knowledge of PEPFAR current PEPFAR priorities and planning processes
- Demonstrated experience in health care quality improvement and measurement processes
- Experience in conducting public health evaluations in developing countries (particularly in Africa) using strong evaluation methodology
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the use of both qualitative and quantitative data analysis software
- Familiarity with USAID funded programs is required
- Demonstrated knowledge of USAID evaluation policies and procedures
- Demonstrated record of successfully supervising local experts and producing high-quality analytical reports;
- Demonstrated analytical skills to collect, synthesize and analyze data
- Experience working in Zimbabwe preferred
- Strong team management and supervisory skills
- Experience working with a range of government officials, donors, local NGOs, and academia
- Demonstrated success in working with a cross-cultural team
- Demonstrated understanding of the Zimbabwe country context and public health sector
- Fluency in English required
- Strong technical English communication skills writing, both oral and written
- Ability to present information, analysis and recommendations in clear written and oral format
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested and qualified candidates should submit the following documents as via e-mail torecruitment@the-mitchellgroup.com. In the subject line, please indicate “HIV/AIDS Expert – Zimbabwe”. CV’s/resumes will be reviewed as they are received. Early application is encouraged. No phone calls please. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Completed and signed USAID form No. AID 1420-17
- Brief cover letter that outlines how you meet the requirements
- Current CV/résumé with references.
