CHIŞINĂU, 18 Februarie 2009 — RECRUITMENT NOTIFICATION. CRS announces an opening for the position of PROJECT OFFICER for its forthcoming project entitled HEALTHY CHOICES FOR YOUTH: HIV PREVENTION IN RURAL MOLDOVA. Qualifications: The Project Officer must be able to work closely with representatives from both the NGO and government sectors and bring the following skills to the job: * Three years of management experience in development programs * Experience in facilitation, community mobilization, and mediation among local actors * Experience living in rural villages or working with NGOs or other community groups and leaders in rural villages in Moldova * Excellent writing and communication skills in the English, Romanian and Russian languages * Ability to develop proposals and write reports meeting CRS requirements * Capacity to establish and maintain strong, collaborative working relationships with donors, government officials, local organizations, communities and other stakeholders * Background in education or training program design * An eagerness to learn and to work as part of a team of like-minded individuals dedicated to combating poverty and improving the quality of life for disadvantaged individuals in Moldova * A strong motivation to work in support of CRS’ mission to promote human development by fighting disease and poverty, and working for the common good of all * Prior experience with HIV and AIDS related projects, preferably with prevention activities * Willingness to work within CRS agency policy regarding HIV prevention programming, which, among other things, has as its cornerstone abstinence and fidelity programming Background & Responsibilities: The project seeks to decrease the incidence of HIV among rural youth in Moldova through preventative training initiatives for youth, parents, and village leaders. The Project Officer’s responsibilities include: * Overseeing development of HIV prevention training programs for youth, parents, and village leaders * Identifying and assessing villages to participate in the project * Mobilizing local NGOs in interested villages to help implement the project * Providing technical assistance to village stakeholders for the implementation of the project * Administering vendor contracts and a small grant program for beneficiaries * Organizing summer camps for youth and exchange of experiences for adults * Monitoring and evaluation of the project activities carried out in rural villages * Building and maintaining relationships with key government actors and other NGOs Salary is commensurate with experience and the responsibilities of the position. A range of benefits, including health insurance & vacation plans are provided. How to apply: Interested parties should submit letters of interest with their CVs (in English) by no later than Friday, March 6, 2009 to: moldova@eme.crs.org Only applicants selected for interview will be notified. RECRUITMENT NOTIFICATION CRS announces an opening for the position of PROJECT OFFICER for its forthcoming project entitled HEALTHY CHOICES FOR YOUTH: HIV PREVENTION IN RURAL MOLDOVA Qualifications: The Project Officer must be able to work closely with representatives from both the NGO and government sectors and bring the following skills to the job: * Three years of management experience in development programs * Experience in facilitation, community mobilization, and mediation among local actors * Experience living in rural villages or working with NGOs or other community groups and leaders in rural villages in Moldova * Excellent writing and communication skills in the English, Romanian and Russian languages * Ability to develop proposals and write reports meeting CRS requirements * Capacity to establish and maintain strong, collaborative working relationships with donors, government officials, local organizations, communities and other stakeholders * Background in education or training program design * An eagerness to learn and to work as part of a team of like-minded individuals dedicated to combating poverty and improving the quality of life for disadvantaged individuals in Moldova * A strong motivation to work in support of CRS’ mission to promote human development by fighting disease and poverty, and working for the common good of all * Prior experience with HIV and AIDS related projects, preferably with prevention activities * Willingness to work within CRS agency policy regarding HIV prevention programming, which, among other things, has as its cornerstone abstinence and fidelity programming Background & Responsibilities: The project seeks to decrease the incidence of HIV among rural youth in Moldova through preventative training initiatives for youth, parents, and village leaders. The Project Officer’s responsibilities include:  Overseeing development of HIV prevention training programs for youth, parents, and village leaders * Identifying and assessing villages to participate in the project * Mobilizing local NGOs in interested villages to help implement the project * Providing technical assistance to village stakeholders for the implementation of the project * Administering vendor contracts and a small grant program for beneficiaries * Organizing summer camps for youth and exchange of experiences for adults * Monitoring and evaluation of the project activities carried out in rural villages * Building and maintaining relationships with key government actors and other NGOs Salary is commensurate with experience and the responsibilities of the position. A range of benefits, including health insurance & vacation plans are provided. How to apply: Interested parties should submit letters of interest with their CVs (in English) by no later than Friday, March 6, 2009 to: moldova@eme.crs.org Only applicants selected for interview will be notified.