Short-Term Project Officer

Project title:    Strengthening Civil Society Organizations to curb HIV infection among and improve care and support for the most vulnerable population groups”, a component of Global Fund Round 9 – AIDS project
Location:        Ha Noi
Duration:        Sept to Oct 2011 (Two Months with possibility of extension)
Reporting to:    Health Program Coordinator

CARE in Vietnam is the representative of CARE International in Vietnam. CARE in Vietnam operates under the lead membership of CARE Australia. The laws and regulations of the Government of Vietnam apply to all staff, contractors and consultants.   Within CARE in Vietnam the Country Director has overall management authority as the representative of the lead member and of CARE International.

I. Background information
Strengthening Civil Society Organizations to curb HIV infection among and improve care and support for the most vulnerable population groups”, a component of Global Fund Round 9 (GF9)– AIDS project.
GF9 project is seeking qualified candidate for a short-term Project Officer. The position is based in Ha Noi.

Main Duties:
- Prepare administrative works for and in trainings/ workshops;
- Note taking and assisting trainers/facilitators in trainings/workshops
- Translate simple/basic working documents from English into Vietnamese and vice versa when needed
- Maintain good working relations with partners and staff

Selection criteria:
- At least 1 year experience working in project implementation
- Good note taking and report writing skills
- Good interpersonal communication skills
- Good spoken and written  English
- Good team player with the ability to meet deadlines
- Good computer skills on Word, Excel, PowerPoint and e-mail

Child Protection:
CARE International in Vietnam is committed to protecting the rights of children in all areas we work around the world. Applicants are advised that CARE International in Vietnam reserves the right to screen candidates to ensure a child-safe environment. Further information can be found in the CARE Vietnam child protection policy.

Interested candidates should send a full English CV and stating the position title to email: [email protected]; and cc to: [email protected].  Closing date to apply for this position: 5th September 2011. The short-listed applicants will be contacted for interviews. Please no telephone contact after submitting the application