Project Assistant

GENERAL INFORMATION

The Vietnam Public Health Association (VPHA) is a professional social organization established by the decision of the Ministry of Home Affairs in 2002. The association operates in Vietnam in Public Health through building intervention models. Effective interventions, evidence-based advocacy, Public Health research and training, and the Journal of Public Health

With funding from the United Nations Office of Project Services for Asia and the Pacific (UNOPS), VPHA is implementing the project: “Enhancing the cooperative role of the private sector in the last mile of sustainable malaria prevention and elimination plan in Vietnam” in the 2024-2026 period in four provinces of Gia Lai, Dak Lak, and Binh Phuoc. The goal of the project is to actively support and contribute to the final phase (last mile) of the National plan to eliminate malaria in Vietnam and improve detection and preparedness for malaria outbreaks through strengthening and maintaining private sector involvement.

• Vacancy: Project Assistant
• Reporting directly to Project Coordinator, Accountant, and Project Director
• Contract duration: yearly and can be extended annually depending on performance
• Location: The association's office is in Hanoi, and can go on business trips in 3 project provinces or other areas of the association's activities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate with the Project Coordinator to administrative and logistics-related activities of the (such as training sessions, workshops, procurement of office supplies, and medical supplies) for local partners.
• Participate in field project activities as requested.
• Proactively collect, monitor, and manage financial documents, records, and procured supplies for the project.
• Take meeting minus and translate documents from English to Vietnamese, vice versal
• Perform administrative and logistical tasks for other activities as assigned by the Project Coordinator.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• University graduate in related disciplines such as Public Health, Community Development, and Social Work and related fields
• Working experience in NGO or NGO projects related to public health, community development, and social work is an advantage.
• Honest, eager to learn, and responsible for assigned tasks.
• Ability to work independently, in groups, and good communication skills
• Proficient in using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint programs
• Willing to travel domestically and on weekends as required.
• Good ability in speaking and writing in Vietnamese and English.

HOW TO APPLY

• A letter of interest.
• Your CV in English.
• Photos/copies of diplomas and certificates

Send your application documents with the title “APPLYING FOR THE PROJECT ASSISTANT- YOUR NAME” to Ms. Hang at [email protected] before 1^st December 2024. Only shortlist candidates will be contacted for an interview

VPHA thank you for your interest!