Program Coordinator, Bangladesh & Nepal

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Position – Program Coordinator – Bangladesh Nepal
Organisation – The Fred Hollows Foundation
Location – Sydney
Position details / documentation
http://www.hollows.org.au/employment
Closing date – COB 9 September 2011

* Full time position located in Sydney
* Dynamic and fast paced international development environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the International Programs Division within The Foundation and contribute to the growth of an international development organisation that focuses on blindness prevention and Australian Indigenous health.

This position will be based in the Sydney office with some international travel. The position is responsible for the coordination of The Foundation’s programs in Bangladesh and Nepal.

Selection criteria: Demonstrated extensive work experience in an international development setting in the area of public health – experience in eye health programming highly desirable. Good understanding of the public health system in the relevant program countries. Strong conceptual and analytical skills to be able to develop new initiatives, identify critical issues, build capacity and standardise processes. Demonstrated track record in program cycle management including operational planning, implementation, budget management, monitoring and evaluation. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage a wide variety of diverse relationships utilising collaborative consultation, communication and negotiation skills. Strong writing skills and a track record in producing high quality written plans, project proposals and reports. Confident presentation and public speaking skills.

Indigenous people are encouraged to apply for this position.

Application process Apply by providing two (2) work referees, resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria. Refer to the job description and applications should be made via www.hollows.org.au/employment or fax (02) 8741 1999 or call Veronica Bell on (02) 8741 1900.

Applications close COB Friday 9 September 2011.

To be eligible to apply for this position you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa.