Labor Category |
Position Responsibilities |
Economist |
Analyzes system-level issues of costs and
outcomes in education and the labor force. Experience and
training in economics or business including specific emphasis
on development economics, institutional economics, cost-benefit
analysis and extensive experience applying economic analysis
in program and project design or evaluations in developing
countries. |
Environmental
and Agriculture Analyst |
Experience in economics, engineering, agriculture
or social sciences with specific emphasis on natural resources
management and agricultural sustainability in developing
countries. Extensive experience analyzing the development,
diffusion, and adoption of resource use technologies in the
context of development programs and projects in developing
countries |
Ethnographic
Methods Specialist |
Evaluation of social sciences with a special
emphasis on ethnographic methods, informal surveys, direct
observation, focus group interviews, community interviews,
key informant interviews, etc. Will assist in the implementation
of ethnographic methods in evaluating development programs
and projects. |
Government
Analyst |
Experience and training in economics, policy
analysis, public administration, management, or social sciences
including specific emphasis on quantitative and qualitative
analysis of economic adjustment programs and extensive experience
with methodological approaches to assessing economic policy
reforms in developing country settings. Extensive experience
designing, implementing or evaluating programs in the fields
of civil society, rule of law, legislative strengthening,
judicial improvement, local government, and public accountability
in developing countries. |
Health/Nutrition
Analyst |
Experience and training in medicine, public
health or a social sciences field related to health, nutrition,
dietetics, medicine, public health or a health social science
field such as social marketing, or health education. Extensive
experience applying health analyses in program and project
design or evaluations in developing countries. Extensive
experience applying nutrition analyses in program and project
design or evaluations in developing countries |
Humanitarian
Aid Analyst |
Experience and training in education, management,
personnel, health, economics or a related social science
field. Extensive experience in developing, designing, and
evaluating developing country programs in personnel, education,
health or social welfare. |
Operations
Research/Institutional Analyst |
Experience and training in operations research,
management, economics or social sciences with specific training
in analyzing service organization and delivery, program and
project management; and extensive experience conducting operations
research and management analysis in developing country settings. |
Program
and Policy Analyst |
Experience and training in economics, policy
analysis, public administration, management, or social sciences
including specific emphasis on quantitative and qualitative
analysis of economic adjustment programs and extensive experience
with methodological approaches to assessing economic policy
reforms in developing country settings. |
Social
Science Analyst |
Experience and training in social analysis,
economics, policy analysis, public administration, management,
or social sciences. Has knowledge and experience with quantitative
and qualitative analyses and extensive experience with methodological
approaches. |
Statistical
Analyst |
Experience in the evaluation of social science,
statistical and operations research with an emphasis on statistical
analysis methods, including non-parametric techniques associated
with relatively small samples, and applying statistical analysis
techniques to evaluate programs and projects. Experience
in business management, statistics or area related to program
analysis and data assessment, development of program evaluation,
monitoring, feasibility assessment and data collection technique;
experience in assessment management in the private and public
sectors. |
Strategic
Planner |
Assist in the development of plans for the
implementation of economic, health/population, political
science/government and ecology/environmental programs. Assists
ministry, districts and non-government organizations (NGO)
programs with projections of activities and levels of effort |
Survey
Design & Researcher |
Experience and training in social analysis,
economics, policy analysis, public administration, management,
or social sciences. Design and develop evaluation and social
science survey methods, question wording, questionnaire design,
sampling techniques, survey implementation, coding and computer
processing of data from surveys. |
Assessment
and Measurement Specialist |
Experience in business management, statistics
or area related to program analysis and data assessment,
development of program evaluation, monitoring, feasibility
assessment and data collection technique, practical office
management experience in assessment management in the private
and public sectors. Assists with development and use of new
techniques of systemic and individual evaluation. |
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Experience and training in education, management,
economics, or a social science field. Understands the interplay
between the community and the education system. Can Introduce
techniques to enhance or improve the role of the community
in supporting schools and the educational system. |
Curriculum
Design/Development Specialist |
Experience in education or social sciences
with an educational techniques. Understanding the developmental
needs of children and adults for learning. Can design programs,
activities, and curriculum appropriate for different learning
styles and stages. Can introduce techniques that make learning
more efficient and effective. |
Distance/CAL
Education Planner/Specialist |
Experience in education or social sciences
with an educational techniques with an emphasis on the human/technology
interface. Understanding the developmental needs of children
and adults for learning. Can design programs, activities,
and curriculum that use technology to enhance learning. Works
at the classroom level to demonstrate and evaluate the use
of computers to improve learning. |
Early
Childhood Development Specialist |
Experience in elementary education or social
sciences with an emphasis on early childhood. Understands
the developmental stages of children, ages infant to kindergarten.
Can design programs, activities, and curriculum for these
ages. |
Education
Specialist |
Experience in education or social sciences
with an educational emphasis. Understands the educational
needs of elementary, secondary, and adult learners. Introduces
techniques which make learning more efficient and effective.
Assesses and suggests applications of appropriate technology-based
innovations. Focuses of populations "left behind" by
the formal system. Analyzes issues adversely affection opportunities
and outcomes of learning and work for disadvantaged groups,
such as minorities and females. Disseminates and applies
proven educational techniques to other situations. Works
on supervision and management issues at the level of principals
and below. |
Business
Process Re-engineering |
Applies process improvement and reengineering
methodologies and principles to conduct process modernization
projects. Responsible for effective transitioning of existing
project teams and the facilitation of project teams in the
accomplishment of project activities and objectives. Provides
group facilitation, interviewing, training, and provides
additional forms of knowledge transfer. Key coordinator between
multiple project teams to ensure enterprise-wide integration
of reengineering efforts. |
Info
Systems Manager |
Experience in business administration, information
technology, management, computer science, computer modeling,
LAN systems, Internet systems, data base programming and
financial/cost accounting models. Successful hands on experience
with spreadsheets, data base, Internet, desktop publishing,
word processing programs Microsoft Word, Word Perfect, other
popular software such as, Microsoft Access or other popular
database programs, Filemaker Pro, Microsoft Excel, Lotus
123, PageMaker, Canvas, Windows 95 or NT, ABC Flowcharter,
Logitech Mousemans, Omni Page Pro, Mac OS and DOS. A minimum
of three years of experience with administration and conducting
training programs focused on upgrading professional computer
user skills |
Information
Systems Specialist |
Under limited supervision, assesses non-routine
problems and investigates, develops, appraises, selecting,
and presents solutions. Exercises independent judgment in
the performance of duties, which require an interdisciplinary
approach using principles of economics, engineering, computer
science, life-cycle analysis, and human behavior. Bachelors
Degree in an associated discipline and a minimum of five
years of related experience or an equivalent combination
of education and training that provides the required knowledge,
skills, and abilities. |
Consultant |
Works independently under general guidelines
or objectives. Possesses demonstrated advanced technical
and managerial skills; fully knowledgeable and experienced
in all aspects of a program or functional area. Applicable
functional areas include systems engineering, network engineering,
acquisition management, business process reengineering, specialty
engineering, organizational planning, financial management,
acquisition logistics, configuration and data information
systems, and support or program management. Manages large,
complex systems acquisition projects or major functional
areas. Plans, develops or supports programs/projects. Establishes
objectives and requirements. Develops program/project standards
and schedules. Reviews/oversees the preparation of all related
documentation. Chairs reviews, technical interchange meetings,
etc. Directly participates and coordinates with the highest
echelons and authority on all aspects pertinent to the successful
implementation of the program or functional area. Employs
a high degree of creativity, foresight and mature judgment
to plan, organize and guide complex programs for which approaches
and precedents may be unclear or nonexistent. |
Engineering
Analyst |
Experience and training in engineering (such
as civil, mechanical, sanitary, electrical, chemical). Extensive
experience analyzing the design, construction and assessment
of physical construction projects in developing countries.
Experience doing cost/benefit and other analyses of capital
investment projects in developing countries |
Administration
Specialist |
Uses some subject-matter knowledge and judgment
to complete assignments consisting of numerous steps that
vary in nature and sequence. Selects from alternative methods
and refers problems not solvable by adapting or interpreting
substantive guides, manuals, or procedures. Typical duties
include: assisting in a variety of administrative matters;
maintaining a wide variety of financial or other records;
verifying statistical reports for accuracy and completeness;
and handling and adjusting complaints. May require supervisory
responsibility. Use a thorough knowledge of an office's work
and routine to: 1) choose among widely varying methods and
procedures to process complex transactions; and 2) select
or devise steps necessary to complete assignments. |
Conferences
Specialist |
Practical office experience that demonstrates
a sound capability in managing the arrangement for various
conferences and workshops in developing countries especially
in Africa and the United States. |
Publication
Specialist |
Experience in international affairs, familiar
with various media techniques, strong writing and editing
skills; multitasking skills are essential. A knowledge of
public information techniques; ability to utilize communications
and information media effectively; ability to evaluate public
information potential of written and visual materials; skilled
in researching and writing publications, ability to provide
guidance on writing or editing publications; skilled in desktop
publishing such as Microsoft publisher and other popular
software packages associated with this area warranted for
quality work; at least three years of experience in managing
a document/resource center or related division. The publications
specialist will also supervise assistant publications specialists. |
Budget
and Financial Analyst |
Experience and training in management, economics
or pubic administration with specific emphasis on public
finance, project and program financial analysis in develop9ing
countries. Extensive experience analyzing the institutional
structure of firms and organizations and budget and financial
analysis of project design & evaluations. |
Human
Resources Analyst |
Experience in economics, demographics, education
and/or social sciences with a specific emphasis on human
resources development in developing countries and analysis
of health and education programs and projects. Deals with
issues form employers' viewpoint and need for appropriately
trained personnel. |
Management
Analyst |
Uses some subject-matter knowledge and judgment
to complete assignments consisting of numerous steps that
vary in nature and sequence. Selects from alternative methods
and refers problems not solvable by adapting or interpreting
substantive guides, manuals, or procedures. Typical duties
include: assisting in a variety of administrative matters;
maintaining a wide variety of financial or other records;
verifying statistical reports for accuracy and completeness;
and handling and adjusting complaints. May require supervisory
responsibility. Use a thorough knowledge of an office's work
and routine to: 1) choose among widely varying methods and
procedures to process complex transactions; and 2) select
or devise steps necessary to complete assignments. |
Management
Theorist |
Extensive training and experience in economics,
policy analysis, public administration, management and social
science including specific emphasis on quantitative and qualitative
analysis of management programs and policies. Uses subject-matter
knowledge and judgment to complete assignments consisting
of numerous steps that vary in nature and sequence. Selects
from alternative methods and refers problems not solvable
by adapting or interpreting substantive guides, manuals,
or procedures. |
Financial
Manager |
Provides expert guidance in all the financial
disciplines. Plans, conducts, and directs research, development
and/or implementation work on specialized and/or complex
tasks necessitating the organization and application of innovative
approaches. Provides management and/or technical direction.
Provides consulting services. Develops solutions to specific
technical problems. Develops analytical techniques to problem
solving. In-depth experience with current government initiatives,
e.g., Government Performance Results Act (GPRA), Chief Information
Officer's (CIO) Act, and outsourcing. Minimum Education:
Bachelors Degree in business, operations research, management,
computer science, engineering, or related discipline. |
Financial
Systems Specialist 1 |
Analyzes, develops, and/or reviews computer
software while functioning in numerous engineering, business,
and records management areas. Develops and/or oversees plans
for automated data processing systems from project inception
to conclusion. Analyzes information to be processed. Defines
and problems and develops system requirements and program
specifications from which programmers prepare detailed flow
charts, programs, and tests. Coordinates to ensure proper
implementation of program and system specifications. Analyzes
functional business applications and design specifications
for functional areas such as payroll, logistics, and contracts.
Develops block diagrams and logic flow charts. Tests, debugs,
and refines the computer software to produce the required
product. Prepares both program-level and user-level documentation.
Provides technical direction to others as required ensuring
system deadlines are met. |
Financial
Systems Specialist 2 |
Assists in analysis and development of computer
software while functioning in numerous engineering, business,
and records management areas. Assists in developing plans
for automated data processing systems from project inception
to conclusion. Analyzes information to be processed. Develops
system requirements and program specifications from which
programmers prepare detailed flow charts, programs, and tests.
Coordinates with senior programmers to ensure proper implementation
of program and system specifications. Provides support for
the installation, testing, implementation, and ongoing maintenance
of the hardware/software. |
Financial
Systems Specialist 3 |
Assists in analysis of functional business
applications and design specifications for areas such as
payroll, logistics, and contracts. Develops block diagrams
and logic flow charts. Assists in the translation of detailed
designs into computer software. Tests, debugs, and refines
the computer software to produce the required product. Prepares
both program-level and user-level documentation.. |
Project
Accountant |
Responsible for major segments of the work
performed under contract. Supervises and directs the efforts
of the accountants in the performance of procedures specified
in the project plan. Exercises supervisory control over field
personnel and reviews work products prepared during the conduct
of the work performed under contract for proper documentation.
Summarizes the results of the work performed under contract
for consideration by the Task Leader or Project Manager for
inclusion in the draft report. |
Program
Director |
Performs non-routine functional activities
of a project by providing management and technical direction
to project personnel. Exercises independent judgment, as
well as a high level of analytical skill in solving non-routine
technical, administrative and managerial problems. Responsible
for all aspects of project performance and assists in the
overall direction to all project-level activities and personnel. |
Program
Manager |
Performs non-routine functional activities
of a project by providing management and technical direction
to project personnel. Exercises independent judgment, as
well as a high level of analytical skill in solving non-routine
technical, administrative and managerial problems. Responsible
for all aspects of project performance and assists in the
overall direction to all project-level activities and personnel. |
