HIV Prevention Project Development Specialist
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Project Description
A Peace Corps Response Volunteer with significant experience in project management and public health experience is needed to help in the implementation of the VMMC program. The PCRV will work closely with the partner organization in data collection and performance monitoring. The Volunteer will also work with the implementing partners to identify opportunities for performance improvement through undertaking internal diagnosis, process reviews in order to eliminate barriers and determine possible solutions. The goal of this project is to increase the impact of the VMMC program.
Please note that departure dates and other details of this project could change because of the uncertainties as Peace Corps and local partners resume volunteer operations. Candidates selected for this position will be arriving in South Africa together as a group, so while the departure dates for the whole group could change, dates cannot be changed for individual candidates.
Partner Information
Required Skills
• Bachelor’s degree in health, information systems, project management, or related field
• Evaluation/research skills in HIV or related public health area
• Three years’ experience in project management and coordination
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Computer literate: word, excel, PowerPoint and email
• Experience in Monitoring and Evaluation
The Peace Corps embraces and leverages the diversity of its volunteers as a reflection of America's diversity. Peace Corps Response is committed to reflecting the diversity of the United States in the professionals we send into the field to support the mission of world peace and friendship. Applicants with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Medical Considerations
Before you apply, please review Medical Information for Applicants to learn about the clearance process and other health conditions that are difficult to accommodate in Peace Corps service.
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