The Scott Family Liberia Fellow’s responsibilities will vary from position to position and will depend on the specific senior official with which they work, but generally will include:
• Coordinating and communicating within the Ministry/Agency, across other government agencies, and with major international agencies;
• Providing research, analysis and advice to the senior official on selected substantive policy issues;
• Drafting policy papers;
• Drafting talking points, speeches, letters, notes, correspondence, etc.
• Taking notes and keeping records of meetings, and ensuring follow-through by key personnel on policy decisions;
• Helping the senior official to manage his/her schedule, set priorities among commitments, and delegate responsibilities where possible;
• Assist in building the capacity of a Liberian to assume similar responsibilities over time; and
• Other duties as required.
The successful candidate must possess the following qualifications:
• Masters (or law) degree with at least one year of relevant work experience; or B.A./B.S. with a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Strong communication skills
• Strong proficiency in writing
• Flexibility and Outstanding organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, and to work in a behind-the-scenes, supportive role
Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge of developing country issues and/or prior experience interacting with important organizational constituencies.
Fellows will be employees of John Snow, Inc., a leading international public health organization, but will report on a daily basis to the relevant senior government official. They will receive a salary of $35,000 with housing allowance, health, dental, and evacuation insurance, and will be expected to work in Monrovia for one year.
Applicants should submit a cover letter of no more
than two pages describing key qualifications, areas
of expertise, and career objectives, along with a CV/resume,
and two reference letters by April 12, 2007 to:
David Pyle, PhD
Senior Associate, JSI
dpyle@jsi.com
JSI and CGD are committed to attracting and maintaining a diverse and dedicated workforce. Minorities, women and developing country nationals with I-9 employment status are encouraged to apply. Liberians are especially encouraged to apply.
Please use the title "Scott Family Liberia Fellows" in all e-mail correspondence. No phone calls please.
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