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Job Opportunities with Health & Development Networks (HDN)
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Health and Development Networks (HDN) is a non-profit organization. Our
mission is to mobilise a more effective response to HIV/AIDS, TB and
Malaria and other health-and-development-related issues by improving
information, communication and the quality of debate.

Further information about HDN and future vacancies can be obtained at our
web site: www.hdnet.org

Current vacancies:
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Project Manager(s)

HDN is developing several new project areas during the course of 2003, as
part of a plan of work for 2003-2005 supported by the Government of
Ireland. Each work area will be managed by a Project Manager. Shortlisted
candidates for these positions will be considered for specific project
assignments depending upon their previous experience and project-related
knowledge.

What follows is a generic description of the Project Manager positions, of
which 2-3 are currently under consideration. These positions will be
assigned either to HDN's Asia Pacific (Chiang Mai, Thailand) or Africa
(location to be finalized) operational base.

Vacancy HDNAP03/03:
Project Manager (One-year contract; renewable)
Application closing date: 15 February 2003

Main areas of work
 - Overall project implementation and management
 - Prepare annual strategic plan
 - Develop and implement detailed project workplan and budget
 - Recruitment and supervision of other project staff
 - Providing technical guidance to project staff as needed
 - Conducting background research for the preparation of project
 - Monitoring project implementation (incl. finance, procurement etc.)
 - Preparing reports on project progress for internal and external
purposes
 - Liaison with key project stakeholders

Desirable skills/background:
 - Must be flexible and able to work on own initiative
 - Must be able to work as part of a team considering its needs in the
current circumstances
 - Must be able to interact effectively with external contacts
 - Excellent command of written and spoken English
 - Broad understanding of HIV/AIDS and/or other health-related issues
 - Excellent management, administrative and organizational skills
 - Excellent interpersonal skills
 - Advanced computer skills
 - Ability to take initiative
 - Good research/collation skills
 - Good understanding of e-mail discussion forums
 - Familiarity with international conferences and other events
 - Cultural sensitivity and adaptability

Relevant qualifications:
 - A masters degree in public health or a related field
 - Excellent project planning, management, and budget skills
 - Good understanding and extensive experience in TB and AIDS-related
issues
 - Good track record in managing similar projects

National and international applicants are welcome to apply for any of the
positions described.

To apply for the above positions, please send an up-to-date career
summary, including references, clearly quoting the vacancy number you are
interested in either by email to:
hr@hdnet.org

or by mail to:

Health & Development Networks (HDN)
PO Box 173 Chiang Mai University Post Office
Huay Kaew Road
Muang Chiang Mai
50200
Thailand

Please tell us where you heard about this position when you apply.

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to others who may be interested in the positions described].
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