Asian Harm Reduction Network (AHRN) JOB VACANCY (Re advertisement) Project: Drug Use and HIV/AIDS among Drug Users in Myanmar

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1 Asian Harm Reduction Network (AHRN) JOB VACANCY (Re advertisement) Project: Drug Use and HIV/AIDS among Drug Users in Myanmar The Asian Harm Reduction Network (AHRN)-Myanmar is an International Non-Governmental organization, which is implementing a harm reduction programme to reduce HIV transmission among people injecting drugs, their (sexual) partners and the communities they live in by providing support to implementation of harm reduction interventions and to create an enabling and supporting environment through advocacy, capacity building, training and service provision. The following positions are vacant; The position is full-time, based in Laukkai, Northern Shan State with a probation period of three months. Starting date of the contract : As soon as possible Application deadline: Until candidate identified Position: Project Manager (1) Post Medical Coordinator (1) Post Laboratory Technician (1) post Location: Laukkai, Northern Shan State. Position: Project Manager (1) Post Medical Doctor, preferably with some experience and/or interest in drug treatment, STI, HIV, TB and primary health care; 2-3 years working experience in management position with INGOs or LNGOs; Fluent in Myanmar, English and Chinese language both written and spoken; Excellent communication and networking (interpersonal) skills; Willingness to work with drug users and their families; Some understanding of drug and HIV situation in Myanmar; Keen interest in contributing to HIV/AIDS responses in Myanmar; Project Site Operations Level Advocacy Tasks Represent, liaise, create networks, coordinate and advocate with different stakeholders like partner (I)NGOs, local NGOs, government departments, drug users and the community at village level/village level tracts in Laukkai project site operations;

2 Advocacy with local level officials (MoH, DoH, CCDAC, NATALA and etc.) for project site operations associated permits (i.e. Training, visits, expansion of activities, INGOs regulations and etc.) and any other related issues; Make sure all Health Education sessions are given based on the HE modules set up by Yangon office and provide the suggestions/needs assessment to the National Health Coordinator Budgetary Control & Administrative Management Tasks Develop, implement and maintain all systems that track resources flows to the project site operations (together with Finance Dept); Assessment and planning of whole program expenditure in relation to allocated budget in order to make decisions for further project management; Program Management Tasks Responsible for overall management, coordination and leadership for different teams and units at AHRN DIC/OPO in Laukkai in all aspects; Document and report drop in centre/outreach project office related activities to the local authorities; Ensure that all project administration (log sheet, field reports ) is done by project staff; Monitoring of project activities through monthly analyzing of the program related M&E data from the field, frequent visits to the field and assisting the project team as necessary; Leading the management and staff meetings and provide suggestions /explain policy matters; Meetings with different units heads (if necessary) on local level for all issues to ensure smooth operations; Ensuring clear linkages between Project site and Head Office for relaying, sharing and updating relevant information to concerned persons; Ensuring that AHRN and its ongoing project activities are effectively marketed to drug users in Laukkai area so that it is perceived as a service that caters to the needs of drug users through consultations and participation of users in intervention design and ongoing project site operations; Medical Interventions Tasks Providing advice to the CMT on AHRN Health Care Policy matters; Responsible for all matters related to AHRN medical interventions (i.e. primary health care, symptomatic drug treatment using harm reduction techniques, and other associated issues ); Representing the Medical Interventions Unit and maintain close working relationships with Drug Treatment Centers, STI-HIV Team, General Hospital and other associated INGOs; Ensuring that AHRN and its ongoing project activities are effectively marketed to drug users in project area so that it is perceived as a service that caters to the needs of drug users through consultations and participation of users in intervention design and ongoing project site operations, more specifically to medical interventions; Supervise periodical procurement of medical supplies (i.e. necessary drugs and equipment); Supervise and represent medical interventions and its team members (i.e. Nurse, Treatment Facilitator ) at all levels on operational matters; Identifying medical training needs of Medical team and inform National Health Coordinator; Ensuring mutual coordination between Medical Interventions and the Case Management Unit;

3 Developing a mutually agreed network of referrals for general and specialist health care facilities (i.e. Detoxification, STI, TB, ART etc.); Providing training to project team members on medical topics (first aid, CPR, overdose etc.) Responsible for health check up of project team members; Media related tasks Give inputs in producing IEC materials with the specific objectives for Behavioural Change Communication to the targets in coordination with Medical Coordinator; Translate, edit or revise the IEC materials into local language in order have easy access by targeted communities. Human Resources Management With support of HRD Manager de-briefing of AHRN procedures to the newly recruited project staff, Staff Performance Evaluations of Project staff Responsible for compiling all reports requested the Supervisor in a correctly and timely manner; Position: Medical Coordinator (1) Post Medical Doctor, preferably with some experience and/or interest in drug treatment, STI, HIV, TB and primary health care; 1 2 years working experience with INGOs or LNGOs; Fluent in Myanmar, English and Chinese language, both written and spoken; Knowledge of Local language will be given preference; Excellent communication and networking (interpersonal) skills; Willingness to work with drug users and their families; Availability to travel any parts of Luakkai, Northern Shan State area; Some understanding of drug and HIV situation in Myanmar/Northern Shan State area; Keen interest in contributing to HIV/AIDS responses in Myanmar; Ability to drive motorbike well; Project Site Operations Level Advocacy Tasks Advocacy with local level officials (MoH, and DoH ) in consultation with the Project Management Team (i.e. Project Manager, National Health Coordinator ) for smooth medical interventions at project site operation; Represent, liaise, create networks, coordinate and advocate with different stakeholders including (I)NGOs, LNGOs, government departments, drug users and the community in project site operations; Medical Interventions Tasks Providing advice to the CMT on AHRN Health Care Policy matters; Responsible for all matters related to AHRN medical interventions (i.e. primary health care, oral substitution treatment using harm reduction techniques, and other associated issues );

4 Representing the Medical Interventions Unit and maintain close working relationships with Drug Treatment Centers, STI-HIV Team, General Hospital and other associated INGOs; Ensuring that AHRN and its ongoing project activities are effectively marketed to drug users in Laukkai, Northern Shan State area so that it is perceived as a service that caters to the needs of drug users through consultations and participation of users in intervention design and ongoing project site operations, more specifically to medical interventions; Supervise periodical procurement of medical supplies (i.e. necessary medicines and equipment); Supervise and represent medical interventions and its team members (i.e. Nurse, Treatment Facilitator ) at all levels on operational matters; Identifying medical training needs of Medical team and inform National Health Coordinator; Ensuring mutual coordination between Medical Interventions and the counseling Unit; Developing a mutually agreed network of referrals for general and specialist health care facilities (i.e. MMT, STI, TB, ART etc.); Providing training to project team members on medical topics (first aid, CPR, overdose etc.) Responsible for health check up of project team members; Coordinate with Project Manager for IEC materials with the specific objectives for sustainable Behavioural Change among target people; Position: Laboratory Technician (1) post Graduate of Paramedical Science (Medical Laboratory Technology) or Diploma or Grade 1 or 2 in Medical Laboratory Technology Having experience will be an advantage; Fluent in Myanmar and Good command of English; Good communication and networking (interpersonal) skills; Resident of job location (or) Knowledge of local dialect will be given preference; Maintain the high quality of the laboratory service. To perform laboratory tests as written in the laboratory protocols manual regarding: o Diagnosing malaria o Diagnosing tuberculosis o Diagnosing sexually transmitted disease and o Other project related tests as required To maintain laboratory equipment in a clean and operable condition. Ensure there are sufficient laboratory reagents and materials to enable the laboratory to function efficiently. To follow sensible health and safety procedures, including the use of appropriate protective materials, the safe handling of specimens, and the safe disposal of specimens and laboratory waste. To perform other laboratory related tasks when required. For example phlebotomy. To maintain register books for each testing to record the receipt and results of all laboratory specimens. To ensure laboratory results are sent to the doctors on time. To collect and supply laboratory data as required. For example, monthly report forms & quality control data.

5 To perform cross check quality control as written in the QC protocol. Applications should address all Selection Criteria, and should include a cover letter along with a copy of current Curriculum Vitae listing two referees and their complete contact details (i.e. name, position title, organization, phone, fax, , and mailing address details). Attention to Human Resources Manager, Asian Harm Reduction Network (AHRN-Myanmar) and send the applications to: AHRN Yangon Office AHRN Laukkai Office AHRN Lashio Office AHRN Bamaw Office AHRN Myitkyina Office AHRN Waimaw Office AHRN Seng Taung Office AHRN Hpakant Office AHRN Lone Khin Office AHRN Seizin Office AHRN Kalay Office AHRN Tamu Office AHRN Tar Ma Hkan AHRN Kathar :No.135 (G), MawyaWaddy street, 8 Mile, Pyay Road, Mayangone Township, Yangon. :Paung Phone Street, Near Nyein Chan Yae Kyauk Taing, Bamar Tan, Laukkai. :No.D-21, Padonmar Street, Ward-4, Lashio, Norther Shan State. :No.448, Nyaung Pin Ward, Bamaw Township, Kachin State. :No.33, Thitsar Street, Myothit Ward, Myitkyina, Kachin State. :No.95, Ward-2, Waimaw Township, Kachin State. :No.4/351, Pharpyin Street, Seng Taung, Hpakant Township, Kachin State. :No.4/46, Maw Wan Qr., Hpakant Township, Kachin State. :No. Ah Ya 48, Aung Ya Ward, Lone Khin Village, Kachin State. :No(5/49),Ward-5, Seizin Village, Hpakant Township, Kachin State. :No.30, Naemyae-6, MinglarOu Yin Ward, Kalay Township, :No.49, Ngu War Street, Zae Tan 6 Ward, Tamu Township, :No.(7/339), Ward-7, Tar Ma HkanMyoThit, Hpakant Township, Kachin State. :No.2, Myo Taw Khan Ma Street, Ward-5, Kathar Township, Or to ahrnvacancy@gmail.com, online applications should be clearly mentioning the job title in the subject line. Additional information: - Only short listed candidates will be contacted for a personal interview. Please do not send original documents as it will not be returned.