Position: Program Consultant, Technical Assistance
Thailand
Department: International Affairs, American Cancer Society
www.cancer.org/international
Reports to: Lead Manager, Southeast Asia Program
Timeframe: 1 year, 5 days/month (7.5 hours/day)
Start Date: October/November 2008
BACKGROUND:
American Cancer Society (ACS)’s International program focuses on
capacity building and collaboration with cancer organizations and
leaders across the globe, particularly in China, India, and Mexico.
The program consultant will work with Lead Manager, Southeast Asia
Program to implement a new ACS International initiative in Thailand
under the Pfizer Foundation Global Health Partnerships initiative. The
position is grant-funded and based in Bangkok, Thailand.
JOB SUMMARY:
As the key local contact for project administration, the consultant
will facilitate communication between local partners and with ACS
staff. The consultant will monitor and report on partner organization
projects to ensure fulfillment of objectives. In addition, the
consultant will assist the lead manager with meetings and trainings
that support partner organization development.
Responsibilities:
· Facilitate planning and progress communication between ACS
and local stakeholders
· Evaluate training and grants by tracking and summarizing
objectives and outcomes
· Maintain a knowledge base of the national context and ongoing
cancer control activities
· Provide on-the-ground administrative support for trainings
and other meetings or events
Knowledge/Skills:
· Well-organized administrator able to work independently
· Experience in multi-day event or conference planning (20+ participants)
· Demonstrated communication and networking activities
employing web-based media
· Background in grants management a plus
· Thai native speaker and fluency in English, with strong writing ability
· Thorough knowledge and demonstrated practice of relevant
professional customs
Please send a cover letter and CV to:
Suteera Nagavajara
Lead Manager, Southeast Asia Program
International Affairs Department
American Cancer Society
Email: Suteera.Nagavajara@cancer.org
Fax: +1.202.661.5750
Deadline: Open until filled
