Volunteer and Partnership Coordinator

In support of its HHS/HRSA funded HIV/AIDS Twinning Center Program in South Africa the position is based in Pretoria, South Africa.

Duties: The Volunteer and Partnership Coordinator is responsible for coordinating health care volunteers and partnerships for South African programs. Areas of responsibility typically include: strategic planning identification of new placement institutions and scopes of work volunteer orientation, placement and support developing and facilitating relationships with placement institutions and organizations report writing and program logistical support.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who can work well independently and use sound judgment in responding to volunteer and placement institution issues. The ideal candidate should have the ability to work effectively with a broad range of professions, possess strong analytical, critical thinking and decision making skills, be detail-oriented, have strong organizational skills and able to handle multiple tasks at the same time. Both written and verbal English language proficiency is essential. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years demonstrated experience working for a USNGO in the same or similar capacity, be proficient with computers and current software (Microsoft Word, Excel, and Internet), and the Candidate must possess a B.A, B.S. in health, education, or relevant field with a minimum of two(2) years work experience. Only candidates possessing South African citizenship or valid work permit need apply.

This position reports directly to both the Country Director in South Africa and the manager of the Voluntary Health-Care Corp in AIHAs Washington HQ office. Qualified candidates please e-mail cover letter and resume to: HR@aiha.co.za before July 15, 2007