• It brought together a large gathering of Christians dedicated to learning more about HIV&AIDS and how to respond to a community being widely affected by the disease
• Through local media, it raised awareness in the wider public about the disease and the church’s need and desire to respond openly to it.
• It inspired Pastors and lay people to start education campaigns of their own in their communities.
• It equipped church leaders with methods and tools to share their knowledge.
• It highlighted the need for the church to find ways to minister to the whole person: Physical, Spiritual, Mental, Social
• It challenged church leaders to think about their own personal response to HIV&AIDS and to work towards the reduction of stigma toward people living with the disease.

• lessons learned from World Vision’s community mobilization program (Community Care Coalitions)
• what child participation can accomplish and how to bring it about
• the role of advocacy in obtaining commitment and cooperation and seeing national and international pledges fulfilled.

• The first, The Wedding Goes On Without Us, is full of stories about Ray and Jan’s work, from Appalachia to Sudan to Tanzania to Kenya. It was reviewed in JAMA, Journal of Health Care for the Poor and Underserved, and Health and Development. The title story of the book refers to a wedding he attended in Tanzania, which he had to leave early because he became ill. The wedding, of course, went on without him and Ray saw the experience as a metaphor for how people in mission and development work often try to take over the lives of those they are trying to help, not realizing that they can and will continue without them. He says: “My contention is that the way people do things traditionally is often very good [those weddings that go on without us], and that I want to learn those ways”. The book is available only through Amazon.
• The second book, As They See It, tries to examine an African understanding of AIDS - based on the ideas in the first book of seeking local agendas, and being careful about imposing our own. Based on personal observations, interviews, the reading of African press, books and AIDS narrative in African fiction, as well as in academic papers, Dr Downing charts the development of the African AIDS discourse. He invites the reader to look beyond the AIDS epidemic to see how Africans view health and diseases in general. It was reviewed in JAMA, British Medical Journal, and Family Medicine. This book was published in UK and is available through Amazon.

As a service to CCIH Organizational and Individual Members and to CCIH Affiliates, we provide a section in our monthly informational dispatches devoted to publicizing jobs. Organizations are welcome to announce positions for which they are recruiting and individuals seeking jobs are invited to publicize their availability. Notices should be short and provide appropriate contact information such as mailing address, email address, website, and/or phone number. Please send announcements to Sharon Franzén at sfranzen@ccih.org.

Individual CCIH Member Searching for Internship Opportunities:

David Ciaccia is a looking for an internship for the year between undergraduate and medical school (May 2009-August 2010). He will graduate from Temple University in May 2009 with a B.S. in Biology and a minor in Public Health.  His increasing interest in and understanding of global health has been influenced by his courses and by attendance at several global health conferences, including the recent CCIH Annual Conference which he found inspiring.

David is looking for an internship opportunity that will allow him to contribute to an organization while gaining quality exposure and experience in working and living abroad. He is particularly interested in a program that has a community based public health aim.  Although he is open to serving anywhere, he is particularly interested in Latin America.

David’s skills/credentials include: CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant (2005; qualified to take usual vital signs like BP, respirations, HR, etc.); Biology and Chemical Lab Skills ; Administration and Planning (organized blood drives on Temple University; a national leader of premedical American Medical Student Association) .

David can be contacted at   david.ciaccia@gmail.com.

Individual CCIH Members Searching for Employment Opportunities:

Dr. Olutola Jemima Bamsa is an MPH candidate concentrating in child and adolescent health with an emphasis on program evaluation at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. She has a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery degree from Ahmadu Bello University in Zaria, Nigeria. She has had great experience in the healthcare sector ranging from clinical care to administrative responsibility. She has been a project coordinator and physician with expertise in setting up and coordinating short term medical programs in rural settings. Dr. Bamsa has proven ability to organize and manage temporary health care facilities in resource limited settings and has been recognized for her ability to work with very diverse groups of volunteers and staff. She has been a supervisor of procurement and storage medical and pharmaceutical supplies and a medical officer responsible for public health services including immunization, family planning and health education. Review Dr. Bamsa's CV at http://www.ccih.org/bulletin/0608files/CV_OBamsa.0508.doc. Dr. Bamsa can be contacted by email at obamsa@jhsph.edu or by telephone at 410-900-2741.  

Paige C. Beckley holds an MSc in International Health from the Charité Medical School/Humboldt University in Berlin, Germany and a BS in Environmental Health and BA in Spanish from the University of Washington. Paige is seeking a position with an organization that focuses on bettering the quality of life for people in difficult circumstances. She has experience working in Central America in environmental health and Central Europe in maternal and child health. She is a native English speaker with extensive knowledge of Spanish, intermediate German and basic French. Review Paige's CV at http://www.ccih.org/bulletin/0608files/CV_PBeckley.0508.doc. Paige can be contacted by email at paigecbeckley@gmail.com and by telephone at 541-912-0084.

Catherine Kibirige-Shacklett is a PhD candidate in Molecular Microbiology and Immunology at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. She is a dedicated, hard-working and committed student with teaching, supervisory and international community field experience. Catherine is a researcher skilled in data collection, management and analysis with specialties in flow cytometry, serology/tissue culture, HIV and other diagnostics. She is proficient in Flowjo and SYSTAT/STATA statistical/graphics packages and is fluent in English, with a working knowledge of Kiswahili and Luganda and a basic knowledge of French. Review Catherine's CV at http://www.ccih.org/bulletin/0608files/CV_CKibirigeShacklett.0508.doc. Catherine may be contacted by email at ckibirig@jhsph.edu or by telephone at 443-629-1040.  

Mary Q. Oliver is a health educator and abstinence education specialist. She has provided training and technical assistance in various capacities encompassing public education at the district and state levels, higher education and community-based and national non-profit organizations. Her targeted areas include general health education, drug and alcohol prevention, HIV/STD prevention, abstinence education, character education and positive youth development. During the past 10 years abstinence until marriage education has occupied a major portion of her work, incorporating state coalition building, teacher training, material development, technical assistance, conference planning and federal grant review. Most recently she traveled to nine African PEPFAR focus countries, lending assistance to US funded organizations as well as other community and faith-based organizations working to prevent the d spread of HIV/AIDS. Review Mary's CV at http://www.ccih.org/bulletin/0608files/CV_MQOliver.0508.doc. Mary can be contacted by email at mqoliver@aol.com and by telephone at 703-753-7770 or (cell) 703-587-2493.  

Dr. John Itsabo Oshiomogho recently received an MSc in Health Policy and Management from Brandeis University and holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from the University of Benin in Benin City, Nigeria. He has experience in Project Management, Clinical work and Research. He is fluent in English, Hausa, Etsako and Yoruba. Review Dr. Oshiomogho's CV at http://www.ccih.org/bulletin/0608files/CV_JIOshiomogho.0508.doc. Dr. Oshiomogho can be contacted by email at Itsabo02@brandeis.edu and by telephone at 781-330-1638.  

Jenée Parker holds a BSN from George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia and a Masters in International Health from the Swiss Tropical Institute in Basel, Switzerland. She has experience in working for both faith-based and secular organizations. Jenée successfully managed several USAID funded HIV/AIDS grants with an annual budget of 2.3 million dollars. She provided technical assistance and backstopping to HIV/AIDS programs in the following interventions areas: prevention with a focus in abstinence and faithfulness; orphans and vulnerable children; palliative care; and counseling and testing. She worked collaboratively with a grants team in developing health-related proposals and work plans for USAID grants at World Vision. She also reviewed health grants and work plans for technical merit as well as proposals related to private grants. In addition, Jenée worked as a consultant for World Relief and Fresh Ministries on USAID funded Child Survival projects for Rwanda and HIV/AIDs grants for South Africa, Namibia and Mozambique. Her field experience includes coordination and medical clinics in rural areas of Cambodia, Ivory Coast and Afghanistan. This entailed training and supervising nurses at the district hospital and developing a referral system; coordinating mobile clinics to surrounding villages; and implementing a free standing clinic that provided medical care and health education to villages without healthcare access. Review Jenée's CV at http://www.ccih.org/bulletin/0608files/CV_JParker.0508.doc. Jenée can be contacted by email at jenee.parker@gmail.com and by telephone at 703-728-8222.  

Dr. David Sorley, MD, MPH retired from the International Mission Board in 2007 and is seeking overseas consultancies in public health, community health, epidemiology, HIV/AIDS programs or substance abuse. He has worked in eastern Africa for over 31 years in rural and urban settings and is fluent in Amharic, Assamese, English, Hindi and Swahili. He developed and directed community-based health care in Uganda. He organized and supervised Somali refugee camp outreach. In Nairobi, Kenya he pioneered adolescent health clinics and he also networked and trained Kenyans in HIV&AIDS prevention and care. He has also worked as an epidemiologist and administrator in a state health department. Review Dr. Sorley's CV at http://www.ccih.org/bulletin/0608files/CV_DSorley.0508.doc. Dr. Sorley can be contacted by email at ddsorley@gmail.com or by telephone at 651-765-0101.

 

Member and Affiliate Organizations Announcing Employment Opportunities:

Blessings International

Connect with a network of individuals putting medicine into the hands of those who need them most.  Blessings International (http://www.blessing.org) is dedicated to equipping medical teams serving abroad in the poorest nations with pharmaceuticals, vitamins, and medical supplies to serve those with little or no access to basic healthcare. Join our team and impact the lives of those less fortunate around the world.  Blessings International is an equal opportunity employer

For inquiries regarding the position described below, please send an email to:  bmorris@blessing.org.

Development Director and Financial Manager

Job Purpose:
This full-time position has two components:  1. Development or fund raising for various benevolence activities of Blessings International as well as for funds for Blessings’ new facility;  2. Financial services for preparing month-end financial reports, A/P and A/R.  Providing creative and development insight to Executive Director is expected as well as providing administrative support to the Office Manager.

Key Responsibilities/Duties:

• Manage donor relations (thank you letters; assist with all media e.g. news-and prayer-letters, etc).
• Maintain and develop fundraising efforts
• Support Executive Director with international business and development
• Process month end and financials as well as A/P and A/R
• Represent Blessings International at conferences when needed
• Assist with physical inventory and support other BI efforts, as needed

Core Characteristics:

• Commitment to serve Jesus; a heart for missions
• Honesty, and Integrity
• Good communicator
• Attention to Detail ~ Accuracy is essential
• Flexible, Adaptable, Resourceful

Education:

• Accounting skills is a requirement with course work and/or experience
• Prefer candidates with a bachelor’s degree:  a major in business would be helpful
• Experience with fundraising would be an asset.  Training will be provided
• Computer skills are essential
• Web page design/management would be an asset.

Benefits: 

• Health Insurance
• 403b retirement program (similar to 401k)
• Vacation/personal days

 

IMA World Health

IMA World Health (http://www.imaworldhealth.org) is a nonprofit organization that provides health care services and products to people in need around the world. It is a faith-based organization (FBO) working primarily in developing nations, where an estimated 30 to 60 percent of health care is provided by FBOs. Headquartered in New Windsor, Maryland, IMA World Health was established in 1960 by a group of Protestant relief and development agencies to support their international health programs. Incorporated as Interchurch Medical Assistance, the organization’s initial purpose was soliciting equipment, supplies, and medications from US-based companies and distributing them to overseas health ministries. While that work continues, IMAWH’s expertise now includes building and strengthening health care systems in developing regions of the world. In addition to the headquarters in the US, there are field offices in Tanzania and programs in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Haiti, and Nicaragua.

Below please find short announcements of current employment opportunity with IMA World Health.

Business Development Officer

IMA World Health seeks a seasoned professional with knowledge, experience and expertise in securing and developing new business with a strong emphasis on proposal development and preparation. Working in close coordination with the VP for International Programs and the VP for Institutional Advancement, the incumbent will be responsible for setting and supporting the overall organization strategy for developing major program development opportunities in Tanzania. Based in Dar es Salaam, the incumbent will provide guidance and support to technical and program teams both in Tanzania and New Windsor, Maryland. Requirements include: Bachelors Degree; minimum five years proven experience and knowledge of international public health programs. Minimum of two years experience writing and editing for a business development group or unit of equivalent technical difficulty. FT position with excellent benefits. EOE. A full announcement can be found at http://www.ccih.org/bulletin/0708files/IMAWH_BusinessDevelopmentOfficerTZ.pdf.

To apply, send resume and salary requirements to Ms. Carol Hulver, IMA World Health, PO Box 429, New Windsor, MD 21776. Fax: 410-635-8726; Email: carolhulver@imaworldhealth.org.

Senior Finance Officer, South Sudan

This position was previously advertised and remains open.  A full announcement for this position can be found at http://www.ccih.org/bulletin/0708files/IMAWH_SouthSudanSrFinanceOfficer.pdf.

For inquiries please contact Dana McDonald, VP, Chief Operating and Financial Officer, at danamcdonald@imaworldhealth.org.

Location: The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya with travel to Juba, South Sudan and to other areas of operation in the States of Jonglei and Upper Nile in South Sudan. It is expected that travel will be 20-30% of the time.

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for all aspects of financial management for programs managed by IMA World Health (IMA) in South Sudan. This position will be the primary liaison with the CFO at IMA Headquarters for financial and accounting matters and will ensure compliance with IMA World Health internal policies and procedures as well as donor regulations.

The successful candidate will display an impeccable professional standard of finance ethics as well as the willingness and ability to enforce compliance with IMA World Health and donor policies and procedures. S/he will have demonstrated the ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and process information in support of changing program activities if necessary. The ability to interact effectively with international and national personnel both in a managerial as well as training capacity is required. An ability to support programmatic objectives with timely and meaningful financial information is essential. The successful candidate must be willing to travel regularly to field program offices and project sites and conduct him/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring  credit to IMA World Health.

Qualifications: (Please see full announcement for additional required and preferred qualifications) Some of the requirements for a successful candidate include -

• Four or more years of progressive financial management experience
• BA/S or equivalent in accounting or finance is required; An advanced degree is preferred
• Three years of international experience is required; international NGO/PVO field office experience in preferred

 

Medical Teams International

The following positions are open at Medical Teams International (MTI). Please visit the website at http://www.medicalteams.org and click on the Employment link under “Contact Us”.  Full descriptions of these positions are also available at http://www.ccih.org/bulletin/0708files/Medical_Teams_International_Employment_July08.doc.

Child Survival Project Manager

MTI is seeking a Child Survival Project Manager for an ongoing project in Grand Cape County, Liberia.  This position works closely with our partners, the County Health team and the Community Health Association of Liberia.   Core activities include planning and implementation of activities for behavior change and community mobilization for maternal and child health, capacity building for CHT facilities to deliver maternal and child health services, and the establishment of a network of household health promoters.   Position based in Monrovia with regular overnight travel to the county.

The following previously advertised positions are still open:

Senior Technical Advisor, Health

MTI is seeking candidates for this senior position in our Technical Services department  This Portland, OR-based position provides vision, direction and technical guidance to MTI’s health program growth, quality implementation, reporting, and evaluation. The portfolio covers four regions and includes privately-funded holistic Community Health projects and USAID-funded Child Survival projects.  A MPH with emphasis in International Health is required as well as min 5 years successful experience in health program management.

Commodity Support Officer

This position supports the Commodity Support Director with planning, procuring, and expanding the Gift-In-Kind donations of pharmaceuticals and medical supplies, cash handling fees and grants.  Supports the GIK Section with USAID Ocean Freight Proposal Design and OFR country approvals, GIK end use reporting to donors and Medical Teams International.  This position actively cultivates relationships with new corporate donors as well as current donors and partner NGO’s.  Bachelors degree and pharmaceutical/medical experience required.

Director of Strategic Church Partnerships

MTI is seeking candidates for a position that will focus on building strong mutually beneficial strategic relationships with stateside churches and Medical Teams International. The goal of this position will be to develop programs and relationships that will assist church partners in implementing mission initiatives that focus on the poor and needy while increasing partnership activities including financial support and volunteer commitments.  This position will work within the communications group to increase exposure to the work of Medical Teams International and play a major role in public relations. Candidates must have proven church leadership experience, strategic/entrepreneurial orientation and significant overseas experience.

 

World Hope International

World Hope International (WHI - http://www.worldhope.org) is a rapidly growing 12 year old faith-based relief and development organization directly operating in 15 countries and working in an additional ten through indigenous program partners.   World Hope International mobilizes, equips and empowers indigenous leaders and peoples to effectively and sustainably address the needs of their communities.

Applications and inquiries concerning the following positions should be directed to  Megan Nykyforchyn-Clark at megan@worldhope.net.

Health Program Manager

The focus of WHI in Southern Africa is rural and urban development in HIV/AIDS affected communities and HIV prevention in secondary schools.  The principal program, Community Orphan Trust (COT), is a holistic approach to empowering vulnerable communities with livelihood activities, community health education and implementation, and home-based care.  WHI is expanding the COT program throughout Southern Africa requiring the addition of technical staff to support the growing work. 

Location - Johannesburg, South Africa

Responsibilities -

• Maintaining current working knowledge in the area of best practices in community health and HIV/AIDS programming including OVC care and support, psychosocial counseling, Food and Nutrition, Home Based Care, water and sanitation, common illnesses and diseases, etc.
• Developing interventions as needed within the areas of basic community health specifically, general diseases, human hygiene and water and sanitation initiatives
• Supporting the development of health and social referral networks that provide pre – post VCT, ARVs and general clinical care
• Ensuring compliance to ministry of health standards
• Implementing the COT program in a way that is disciplined, thoroughly communicated, carefully coordinated and systematically undertaken against schedules, performance benchmarks, measurable outcomes and budgets
• Supporting best-practices exchanges across countries and among technical staff
• Providing technical support and trouble-shooting to ensure accurate and timely reporting
• Monitoring and coordinating WHI’s programmatic activities to ensure strong program development, implementation, integration, measurement and representation
• Developing and nurturing good lines of communication with WHI country leadership, field leaders and staff
• Working closely with the Southern African Liaison in the development, implementation and management of interventions
• Reports directly to the Director of International Programs

Qualifications -

• Honor’s or Master’s degree in health, development, or public policy
• Demonstrated understanding of program evaluation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to nurture, challenge and empower leaders
• Respectful of indigenous leadership and able to work effectively cross-culturally
• Able & willing to travel ~ 35% of the time

International Liaison (temporary position)

WHI is refining and scaling-up its work in Haiti especially its HIV/AIDS USAID grant funded programs. Doing so will require assessment of current organizational capacity; identifying and developing new country and field leadership; establishing new/expanded organizational structures; raising up staff; and, providing stability and support to management staff working out of the headquarters office in Delmas, Haiti.

Location - Delmas, Haiti

The core functions of this position include -

• Providing Oversight and Direction to Managers of WHH Grant Programs (NPI, POP, HOP,+)
• Assessing the Capacity & Performance of WHH and its Personnel
• Coordinating WHH Relationship with NPI-HPH Leadership
• Providing Oversight and Direction to WHH Hope for Children Program
• Overseeing the Development & Implementation of Program of Engagement for International Teams
• Assisting in the identification and selection of primary country leadership
• Facilitating the implementation of holistic HIV/AIDS interventions
• Serving as a point of contact for/to other WHI staff with particular programmatic or administrative expertise

Basic Skills/Capacities -

• Solid understanding of Haitian organizational and wider culture
• Able to nurture, challenge and empower leaders
• Effective communicator – both verbally and in writing
• Respectful of indigenous leadership and able to work effectively cross-culturally
• Fluent in French or Kreyol

Direct Report - HIV/AIDS Program Manager, World Hope International

 

World Relief

The Mission of World Relief, as originated within the National Association of Evangelicals, is to work with, for and from the Church to relieve human suffering, poverty and hunger worldwide in the name of Jesus Christ. To apply for the following position, go to http://www.wr.org/jobs.

Maternal & Child Health Specialist

To provide technical support to World Relief's Maternal and Child Health (MCH) programming, including USAID-funded Child Survival projects and other MCH-related activities. MCH Specialist works as part of the MCH team to meet field needs for program development and technical support. Countries of current focus include Burundi, DRCongo, Cambodia, Haiti, Indonesia, Malawi, Mozambique, Rwanda and Sudan. May also include technical assistance to Disaster Response-managed health and nutrition activities in Darfur, DRCongo and/or other locations as needed.

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Baltimore, MD

Reports To: Director of Maternal and Child Health

Responsibilities:

• Train (or facilitate consultants/ regional staff to train) field staff in basic program components (e.g. C-IMCI, reproductive health, AIDS prevention) and special topics (curriculum development, KPC surveys, focus groups, monitoring and evaluation, behavior change communication strategies, and quality assurance) as needed.
• Monitor progress of project objectives and maintain regular contact with staff by email and phone. Address current issues by visiting each field office at least once per year. Inform Director of MCH and corresponding World Relief Country and Hub Directors of progress.
• Ensure adequate reporting to donors including USAID by:
  • Keeping HQ and field staff informed of new information from USAID relating to Child Survival grant responsibilities. This includes: maintaining the CS Library; conducting internet research and subscribing to relevant Web list serves; and attending relevant workshops and conferences to learn about CS best practices.
  • Collecting information and preparing Detailed Implementation Plans, annual reports, evaluations and other reports as required by USAID and other donors.
  • Participating in Child Survival midterm and final evaluations.
• Manage grant funds and sub-agreements by:
  • Preparing annual budgets in consultation with field projects.
  • Ensuring regular financial reporting.
  • Monitoring project expenditures and advising the Director of significant variances.
  • Developing budgets for proposed MCH programs.
• Dialogue with other PVOs implementing Child Survival programs, be involved with the CORE Group and attend annual CORE CS PVO meetings and workshops. Represent World Relief at professional conferences, publish and present accomplishments in professional fora.
• Provide information on MCH projects both internally and outside World Relief.
• Cultivate relationships with technical donors and prepare proposals for future Child Survival and other MCH projects.

Qualifications:

1. MPH required. Clinical experience as a doctor or nurse a plus.
2. Minimum of 3 years experience working in public health in a developing country.
3. Strong English writing skills and analytical abilities.
4. French fluency highly preferred, Portuguese language skill also helpful.
5. Experience with Community Therapeutic Care a plus.
6. Cross-cultural sensitivity a must.
7. Able to travel a minimum of 13 weeks annually.
8. MS Word, Excel, EPI INFO, WWW/internet fluency.
9. Commitment to World Relief's Mission.

 

World Vision International

World Vision International, (http://www.wvi.org), is a Christian humanitarian organization dedicated to working with children, families, and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice

For more information or to apply for this position, please contact Debbie Goodman at dgoodman@worldvision.org.

Child Survival Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

Location: Based in Herat, Afghanistan with regular travel to field project sites

Duration:  To begin September 2008 through September 2012

Job Description:

• Provide leadership in design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems and tools for Child Survival grant
• Oversee monitoring and evaluation activities including the context analysis, impact evaluation, LCP (local capacities for peace) analysis,  qualitative and quantitative analysis of program activities, output impact and outcomes
• Provide leadership in conducting baseline assessments, annual project reviews, and the mid-term and final evaluations;
• Set up a joint and agreed upon information system with MOH health information system and develop its community-based component
• Train local partners, Midwives and Community Health Volunteers/Shura in use of community-based data and tools
• Facilitate and ensure timely dissemination and feedback of available data to appropriate users
• Together with the BCC Specialist and M&E staff from the Government of Afghanistan, coordinate periodic reviews of community and facility data for accuracy and use for action
• Develop national program staff capacity in M&E systems

Qualifications:  

BA degree in appropriate field (MA preferred) with at least five years’ experience in monitoring and evaluating development programs, particularly community health programs and preferably in post-conflict settings. Must be well versed in MS office software and database programs.  Native fluency in both oral and written English with excellent technical writing and analytical skills.  Willingness to travel within Afghanistan and work in remote areas.  Excellent communication skills required and ability to work in a cross cultural and multi- religious environment with multinational staff.  Must be detail oriented. Knowledge of Afghanistan environment and Dari are a plus.  Skills and experience in monitoring and evaluation tools (for example KPC, LQAS, qualitative research, HFA). 

 

Other Work Opportunities: CCIH maintains a list of the best sources of information on jobs and internships in international health. It includes links to literally hundreds of organizations, Christian and secular, that employ people both internationally and domestically in health. Some of them include jobs in other sectors as well. This list is online http://www.ccih.org/resources/jobs/index.htm.

Other sources of employment/intern/volunteer information are:

• Helping Overseas Directory, constantly updated list of all types of information on overseas opportunities, maintained by CCIH member Bruce Carr, http://www.helpingoverseasdirectory.org;
• Many CCIH member and affiliate organizations advertise employment, intern and volunteer opportunities on their websites;
• The Global Missions Health Conference website has established a Mobilization Link (https://www.medicalmissions.com/mobilization) which lists opportunities for short and long term volunteer, employment and training categorized by interest areas;
• AERDO (Association of Evangelical Relief and Development Organizations) maintains an updated list of openings within its network (many of whom are CCIH members). Go to http://www.aerdo.net/blog/?p=4 ;
• Philanthropy News Digest , http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/jobs;
• University Coalitions for Global Health, http://www.ucgh.org, is an excellent source of information for students.

 

CCIH MONTHLY PRAYER CALENDAR

CCIH recognizes that prayer is vital to our work and ministry and to the work and ministry of our members as well as all those working in international health. We invite you to use this monthly prayer calendar (which lists a prayer for every day of the month) to pray with us about our work, the work of our members and the needs of the world. Please copy and distribute it freely. The Prayer Calendar is also available on the CCIH homepage (http://www.ccih.org) from the first day of every month. To receive the Prayer Calendar by email at the beginning of each month, subscribe to the CCIH-NEWS listserv, also available on the homepage.

We encourage suggestions for prayer points for next month's prayer calendar. Please contact Sharon Franzén. The July Prayer Calendar is available at http://www.ccih.org/prayercalendar/July08.pdf. The August 2008 Prayer Calendar is available at http://www.ccih.org/prayercalendar/Aug08.pdf.

INTER-AGENCY APS – PREVENTION FOR AT RISK POPULATIONS IN HIGH PREVALENCE URBAN AREAS IN ETHIOPIA

Funding Opportunity Number: APS-663-08-007

Estimated Total Funding: $10,000,000

Award Ceiling: $2,000,000

Award Floor: $500,000

Funding Instrument Type: Cooperative Agreement, Grant

Deadline for Applications: July 31, 2008

The purpose of this Annual Program Statement (APS) is to solicit applications for funding from prospective new partners to support implementation of PEPFAR in Ethiopia. The United States Government, through USAID/Ethiopia, is seeking, from prospective partners, concept papers to be followed by full applications (if concept papers are selected) to implement activities in support of the Prevention for at Risk Populations in High Prevalence Urban Areas in Ethiopia. It is anticipated that a limited number of grants or cooperative agreements will be granted for a period of no less than one year and no more than three years. Meanwhile, depending on successful implementation, needs and availability of funds, the period of performance could be extended by one or two additional years.

For more information, go to http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=HzCLyyvFvQKBRdVvFzR0G9w3V9TGxQhDkLSfFXYC1mxny9Q1BQ26!1233919935?oppId=40251&flag2006=false&mode=VIEW.

 

USAID CAMBODIA RFA: HEALTH SYSTEMS STRENGTHENING

Funding Opportunity Number: USAID-CAMBODIA-442-08-008-RFA

Estimated Total Funding/Award Ceiling: $36,000,000

Funding Instrument Type: Cooperative Agreement

Closing Date for Applications: August 13, 2008

 

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking applications (proposals for funding) from U.S. or non-U.S. nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), public international organizations (PIO or IO), or other qualified organizations to implement a program to improve the Health Systems Strengthening in Cambodia.

 

For more information, go to http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=LqLc9l0YmsH7MtJrpr28K1Gj3pRHqNJpJHX4GKQcyfvjyGKzjCbd!1167071909?oppId=42120&flag2006=false&mode=VIEW.

 

 

USAID ETHIOPIA APS: CARE SERVICES FOR HIV-INFECTED ORPHANS AND VULNERABLE CHILDREN (OVC) IN ETHIOPIA

Funding Opportunity Number: APS-663-08-004

Total Funding: $18,000,000

Award Ceiling: $6,000,000

Award Floor: $1,500,000

Funding Instrument Type: Cooperative Agreement

Deadline for Concept Papers: last deadline for concept papers is August 29, 2008

 

The purpose of this Annual Program Statement (APS) is to solicit applications for funding from prospective new partners to support implementation of PEPFAR in Ethiopia. The United States Government, through USAID/Ethiopia, is seeking, from prospective partners, concept papers to be followed by full applications (if concept papers are selected) to implement activities in support of the HIV-infected and affected Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC). USAID Ethiopia anticipates awarding one or more Cooperative Agreements for a period of no less than one year and no more than three years. The total amount of awards is expected to be about $18 million for a period of up to three years.

For more information, go to http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=LqyCPyJtvGQ91h2RrfGtyvn7mvwyGw0HWJ0VdXxPjrzf368m2psL!1167071909?oppId=40157&flag2006=false&mode=VIEW.

 

 

NIH FOA: RESEARCH ON PATHWAYS LINKING ENVIRONMENTS, BEHAVIORS AND HIV/AIDS (R01)

 

Funding Opportunity Number: PAR-07-143 (formerly PAR-06-114)

Funding Instrument type: Grant

Closing Date for Application: September 1, 2008

Expiration Date: September 2, 2008

 

This announcement seeks to stimulate innovative approaches to understanding the complex mechanisms involved in the spread of HIV and its consequences in a variety of populations across the globe. Research is invited on the interrelationships among, and pathways linking, social, economic, cultural, and institutional environments; prevalence and patterning of individual behaviors related to HIV risk and prevention; and the prevalence, patterning, and spread of HIV infection in a population. 

 

For more information, go to http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?oppId=11849&mode=VIEW.

 

MAC AIDS FUND: GLOBAL FOUNDATION GRANTS

Funding Opportunity Number: CDC 2228

Funding category: HIV/AIDS

Closing Date for Applications: Multiple Dates; Next Deadline is September 15, 2008

The MAC AIDS Fund encourages charitable, non-profit organizations to submit applications now for funding in a number of HIV/AIDS related program areas. Typically the Fund supports organizations that provide basic needs, direct services, education, awareness and prevention programs to men, women and children affected by HIV/AIDS.

For information, go to http://www.macaidsfund.org/support/givingguidelines.html. For additional information, go to http://www.cdcnpin.org/scripts/locates/LocateFund.asp?SearchType=Simple and search for Fund Number 2228.

 

 

NIH FOA: RECENT HIV INFECTION: NEW PREVENTION CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES (R01)

Funding Opportunity Number: PA-07-087

Parallel FOAs: PA-06-180 and PA-06-181

Estimated Total Program Funding: varies

Funding Instrument type: Grant

Closing Date for Applications: Multiple Dates, next deadline is September 7, 2008

Expiration Date: September 8, 2008

This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) issued by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), and the National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR), National Institutes of Health (NIH), solicits applications from institutions/organizations that propose innovative basic or applied research that will advance prevention opportunities to reduce transmission risk or minimize neuro-cognitive impairment in persons with recent HIV infection (i.e., 0 - 6 months post-exposure). Project Directors/Principal Investigators are urged to develop new research that extends knowledge of the basic biological processes of acute and early HIV disease to address the specific prevention needs of highly infectious, newly infected persons who may account for a disproportionate share of secondary HIV transmissions.

For more information, go to http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?oppId=11635&mode=VIEW.

 

NIH FOA: STRUCTURAL INTERVENTIONS, ALCOHOL USE AND RISK OF HIV/AIDS (R01)

Funding Opportunity Number: PA-07-036

Parallel FOAs: PA-07-005 (R21) and PA-07-006 (R03),

Estimated Total Program Funding: varies

Funding Instrument type: Grant

Closing Date for Applications: Multiple Dates, next deadline is September 7, 2008

Expiration Date: September 8, 2008

 

This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) issued by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), National Institutes of Health, solicits Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant (R21) applications from institutions/ organizations that propose to investigate the effectiveness of structural interventions that reduce the risk of HIV/AIDS transmission by changing the environment of alcohol use. Although a variety of structural and environmental interventions have been employed successfully to reduce other drinking-related problems, there has been little research that extends such efforts into the realm of HIV/AIDS risk reduction.

For more information, go to http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?oppId=11591&mode=VIEW (R01), http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=11144 (R21) and http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?oppId=11147&mode=VIEW (R03).

 

HHS PA: DRUG ABUSE, RISKY DECISION MAKING AND HIV/AIDS (RO1)

Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-07-324

Parallel FOAs: PAS-07-325; PAS-07-326

Estimated Total Program Funding: $2,000,000

Funding Instrument type: Grant

Closing Date for Applications: Multiple dates, next deadline is September 7, 2008

Expiration Date: January 8, 2010

This program announcement is intended to stimulate model driven research that will increase understanding of how drugs of abuse or processes of addiction influence decisions about high risk sexual behavior, thereby enhancing vulnerability for acquiring or transmitting HIV. Research supported by this announcement will emphasize interdisciplinary studies that incorporate approaches from psychology, economics, anthropology, sociology, decision sciences, neuroscience and computational modeling.

For more information, go to http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?oppId=12452&mode=VIEW.

 

 

NIH FOA: RESEARCH ON ALCOHOL AND HIV/AIDS (R01)

Funding Opportunity Number: PA-07-028

Estimated Total Program Funding: varies

Funding Instrument type: Grant

Closing Date for Applications: Multiple Dates, next deadline is September 7, 2008

Expiration Date: January 8, 2010

 

This Funding Opportunity Announcement solicits Research Project Grant (R01) applications from institutions/organizations that propose to identify and characterize the role of alcohol, drinking behaviors, and drinking environments in the epidemiology and natural history, pathogenesis, prevention, treatment, and control of HIV/AIDS. The goal is to encourage multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, and collaborative studies that focus on a range of epidemiologic and intervention issues within HIV and alcohol.

 

For more information, go to http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?oppId=11569&mode=VIEW.

 

 

NIH FOA: HIV/AIDS, SEVERE MENTAL ILLNESS AND HOMELESSNESS (R01)

Funding Opportunity Number: PA-07-090

Parallel FOAs: PA-06-180 (R03), PA-06-181 (R21), and PAR-06-248 (R34)

Estimated Total Program Funding: varies

Funding Instrument type: Grant

Closing Date for Applications: Multiple Dates, next deadline is September 7, 2008

Expiration Date: January 8, 2010

The overall focus of this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is to refocus research on persons with severe mental illness (SMI), either before or after HIV infection, and to expand HIV-related research to homeless persons. This FOA solicits studies on the SMI population and/or homeless persons with special attention to the development, implementation, and evaluation of effective HIV- prevention interventions and their dissemination and adoption in public health service organizations and the community. An important objective of this FOA is to encourage integration both across and within the different research areas by establishing multidisciplinary research teams and collaborative alliances.

For more information, go to http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?oppId=11648&mode=VIEW (R01), http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?oppId=8239&mode=VIEW (R03), http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?oppId=8240&mode=VIEW (R21) and http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?oppId=8555&mode=VIEW (R34).

 

USAID/KOSOVO APS AMENDMENT: PUBLIC-PRIVATE ALLIANCES RELATED TO CHILD AND MATERNAL HEALTH IN KOSOVO

Funding Opportunity Number: M-OAA-GRO-EGAS-08-108-KOSOVO

Award Ceiling: $3,000,000

Funding Instrument Type: Grant

Closing Date for Concept Papers: September 30, 2008

 

USAID/Kosovo would like to make a special call for concept papers that relate to the health sector in Kosovo. Specifically, USAID is seeking to partner with qualified institutions willing to devote resources that will help improve the health of women and children in Kosovo. The original closing date to submit concept papers was June 30. An additional closing date has been added but it is possible that all of the funds will be committed after the first round.

 

For more information, go to http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=LWDKp5fvVy2GvyMlB0PkJGfT12Nq61zwXqKLn0x5Jh346j6LwCW1!-616366090?oppId=41161&flag2006=false&mode=VIEW.

 

 

 

USAID NIGERIA : PUBLIC-PRIVATE ALLIANCES IN NIGERIA

 

Funding Opportunity Number: M-OAA-GRO-EGAS-08-108-NIGERIA

Funding Instrument Type: Other

Closing Date for Applications: September 30, 2008

 

USAID/Nigeria Economic Growth, Partnership and Private Sector (PPS) Team is strongly committed to building public-private partnerships that mobilize resources, expertise, creative approaches, and technologies that address development issues in Nigeria under the Global Development Alliance (GDA) Annual Program Statement (APS). Health topics to be covered include Malaria, Family Planning, Credit Guarantees, Private Sector Service Deliveries and HIV/AIDS (Single use syringe production, OVCs, ABC messages).

 

For more information, go to http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=LWDKp5fvVy2GvyMlB0PkJGfT12Nq61zwXqKLn0x5Jh346j6LwCW1!-616366090?oppId=41162&flag2006=false&mode=VIEW.

 

 

USAID: FY08 TITLE II PROGRAM PROCEDURES AND PROPOSAL GUIDELINES FOR US INTERNATIONAL FOOD ASSISTANCE

Funding Opportunity Type: Cooperative Agreement

Closing Date for Applications: September 30, 2008 (for Single Year Assistance Program)

P.L. 480 Title II resources provide the direct donation of U.S. agricultural commodities to respond to emergency situations and to implement development projects overseas. Pursuant to the Agricultural Trade Development and Assistance Act of 1954 (Public Law 480, as amended), notice is hereby given that the final Food for Peace P.L. 480 Title II Program Policies and Proposal Guidelines (FY 08) are available to interested parties for general viewing.

For more information, go to http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=HyZDNyxYnlsWqZP5D2fxKqwLG6b447CQrWlMk1JShhHsbnvGmqyt!1701656460?oppId=39972&flag2006=false&mode=VIEW. The main guidelines can be found at http://www.usaid.gov/our_work/humanitarian_assistance/ffp/.

 

INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR INFECTIOUS DISEASES: SMALL GRANTS PROGRAM

Funding Opportunity: up to 5 grants are awarded annually for up to $6000

Closing date for Applications: various; the next closing date is October 1, 2008

 

The Small Grants Program is designed to fund pilot research projects by young investigators in developing countries. The goal is to support and foster the professional development of young individuals in the field of infectious diseases research by helping them to acquire additional skills and data to apply for other grants. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to investigations of the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis or treatment of infectious diseases, the epidemiology and control of hospital-acquired infections, and modeling of cost effective interventions. Upon completion of the project, a written report of the project must be sent to the Society. Up to five grants of up to US $6,000 each will be awarded annually.

 

For information, go to the Society website at http://www.isid.org/programs/prog_smgrants.shtml.

 

 

 

NIH FOA: THE INFLUENCE OF RELIGIOSITY AND SPIRITUALITY ON HEALTH RISK BEHAVIORS IN CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS (R01)

 

 

NIH FOA: CHRONIC ILLNESS SELF-MANAGEMENT IN CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS (R01)

Funding Opportunity Number: PA-07-097

Parallel FOAs: PA-07-098 (R03); PA-07-099 (R21)

Estimated Total Funding: varies

Funding Instrument type: Grant

Closing Date for Applications: Multiple dates, next deadline is October 5, 2008

Expiration Date: January 8, 2010

The purpose of this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is to solicit research to improve self-management and quality of life in children and adolescents with chronic illnesses. Biobehavioral studies of children in the context of family and family-community dynamics are encouraged. Children diagnosed with a chronic illness and their families have a long-term responsibility for self- management. The child with the chronic illness will have a life-long responsibility to maintain and promote health and prevent complications. Research related to biological/ technological factors, as well as, sociocultural, environmental, and behavioral mechanisms that contribute to successful and ongoing self-management of chronic illnesses in children is also encouraged. This FOA is restricted to studies of chronic illnesses in children and adolescents ages 8 to 21.

For more information, go to http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?oppId=11716&mode=VIEW (R01), http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?oppId=11707&mode=VIEW (R03), and http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?oppId=11710&mode=VIEW (R21).

 

NIH FOA: CLINICAL RESEARCH ON MENTAL ILLNESS IN OLDER ADULTS (R01)

Funding Opportunity Number: PA-07-163

Parallel FOAs: PA-06-180, PA-06-181, and PA-06-248

Estimated Total Program Funding: varies

Funding Instrument type: Grant

Closing Date for Applications: Multiple Dates, next deadline is October 5, 2008

Expiration Date: March 6, 2009

The purpose of this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) issued by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), National Institutes of Health (NIH), is to invite grant applications for clinical research that will reduce the burden of mental illnesses on older adults. The NIMH has a long-standing commitment to studying mental illnesses in older individuals. The intent of this FOA is to intensify investigator-initiated research in this area, to attract new investigators to the field, and to enhance interdisciplinary approaches to research.

For more information, go to http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?oppId=11907&mode=VIEW.

 

NIH FOA: EARLY IDENTIFICATION AND TREATMENT OF MENTAL DISORDERS IN CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS (R01)

Funding Opportunity Number: PA-07-158

Parallel FOAs: PA-06-180, PA-06-181, and PAR-06-248

Estimated Total Program Funding: varies

Funding Instrument type: Grant

Closing Date for Applications: Multiple Dates, next deadline is October 5, 2008

Expiration Date: March 6, 2009

 

This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) issued by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), National Institutes of Health (NIH), invites investigator-initiated research grant applications for studies focused on the early identification and treatment of mental disorders in children and adolescents. Assessment methods may include behavioral, neuropsychological, neuroimaging, and other physiological measures or markers. Intervention strategies to be studied may include pharmacological, psychosocial, and rehabilitative interventions, separately or in combination.

 

For more information, go to http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?oppId=11895&mode=VIEW.

 

 

NIH FOA: BEHAVIORAL AND SOCIAL RESEARCH ON DISASTERS AND HEALTH (R01)

Funding Opportunity Number: PA-07-141

Parallel FOAs: PA-06-453, PA-06-452

Estimated Total Program Funding: varies

Funding Instrument type: Grant

Closing Date for Applications: Multiple Dates, next deadline is October 5, 2008

Expiration Date: May 8, 2009

 

This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) seeks to stimulate research in the behavioral and social sciences on the consequences of natural and man-made disasters for the health of children, the elderly and vulnerable groups, with an ultimate goal of preventing or mitigating harmful consequences. Examples of disasters include severe weather-related events, earthquakes, large-scale attacks on civilian populations, technological catastrophes or perceived catastrophes, and influenza pandemics. Three National Institutes of Health (NIH) Institutes are sponsoring this FOA: the National Institute on Aging, the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development and the National Institute of Nursing Research.

For more information go to http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?oppId=11844&mode=VIEW.

 

 

CDC RFA: STRENGTHENING SAFE HOSPITALS AND CLINICS IN HIV/AIDS PREVENTION ACTIVITIES, SERVICES AND PRACTICES IN THE REPUBLIC OF MOZAMBIQUE UNDER PEPFAR

 

Funding Opportunity Number: CDC-RFA-PS08-808

Award Ceiling: $10,000,000

Award Floor: $5,000,000

Funding Instrument Type: Cooperative Agreement

Deadline for Application: October 31, 2008

 

This announcement is meant to target groups working in Mozambique who have a proven record of successfully implementing HIV/AIDS programs and practices with other country partners such as CDC, USAID and the Ministry of Health. Working with the Ministry of Health and other local partners, the agreement is designed to strengthen multiple PEPFAR activity service areas, specifically counseling and testing (CT), infection prevention and control (IPC), male circumcision, cervical cancer prevention, gender issues, human capacity development, malaria, tuberculosis (TB), laboratory biosafety, and anti-retroviral treatment (ART) site infrastructure by primarily focusing on growing infrastructure and ongoing HIV/AIDS Prevention activities in hospital and clinical settings throughout Mozambique.

 

For more information, go to http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=HLNfpJhhGSK22t4GT2nycrjg8Qf75GBWJd3QmrXL1jhJh8lhm7yg!-1060646077?oppId=16891&flag2006=true&mode=VIEW and http://www.cdc.gov/od/pgo/funding/PS08-808.htm.

 

 

 

USAID APS: NUTRITION RAPID RESPONSE CAPACITY IN ETHIOPIA

Funding Opportunity Number: OFDA-FY08-006-APS

Estimated Total Funding/Award Ceiling: $1,000,000

Funding Instrument Type: Cooperative Agreement

Closing Date for Applications: November 8, 2008

 

USAID/OFDA’s mandate is to save lives, alleviate human suffering, and reduce the economic impact of disasters worldwide. In order to achieve this goal, USAID/DCHA/OFDA’s strategy for Ethiopia in FY 2008 will be to meet critical needs of populations affected by the ongoing complex food insecurity crisis and increase household level resilience to climatic, economic, and health shocks resulting in humanitarian crises.

 

For more information, go to http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=LqLc9l0YmsH7MtJrpr28K1Gj3pRHqNJpJHX4GKQcyfvjyGKzjCbd!1167071909?oppId=41623&flag2006=false&mode=VIEW.

 

 

USAID APS: PUBLIC-PRIVATE ALLIANCES

Funding Opportunity Number: USAID-M-OAA-08-108-APS

Deadline for Application: December 5, 2008

 

This Annual Program Statement seeks to support multiple activities that will be quick to start and responsive to critical developmental needs. It is intended that this APS will be used by missions and WOUs to provide for full and open competition for any proposed alliance involving grants, cooperative agreements, Leader with Associate Awards or collaboration agreements that are responsive to the terms herein. Note that this APS does not provide for competition needs for goods and services that may be procured under acquisition instruments.

 

For more information, go to http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=HL9fGSYR9C81z13nwvT15KW5LVhJ6D3v3ht21Nv2pqGwMvLkH84W!-1060646077?oppId=40156&flag2006=false&mode=VIEW.

 

 

 

JOHN M. LLOYD FOUNDATION

 

Funding Opportunity Number: CDC 2108

Fund Category: HIV/AIDS

Maximum Funding Available: $20,000

Closing Date for Next Cycle: December 15, 2008

 

The Foundation supports enlightened public policy programs that advocate for improved access to HIV/AIDS care and services, relevant research efforts, effective prevention programs, and successful education initiatives worldwide. The Foundation also funds pioneering programs that promote education, awareness, and compassion about HIV/AIDS worldwide; novel HIV prevention efforts aimed at men, women, and children worldwide; and medical research that focuses on the prevention

and treatment of HIV/AIDS. Recognizing however that resources are limited compared to the scope of research efforts in HIV/AIDS, the Foundation gives preference to seed grants and small workshops that stimulate new directions for research.

 

For additional information, go to http://www.cdcnpin.org/scripts/locates/LocateFund.asp?SearchType=Simple and search for Fund Number 2108.

 

 

USAID ETHIOPIA APS: APS FOR INCLUSION OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES IN DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMING

Funding Opportunity Number: 663-APS-08-010

Estimated Total Funding: $5,500,000

Award Ceiling: $300,000

Award Floor: $20,000

Funding Instrument Type: Other

Deadline for Applications: December 31, 2008

The purpose of this APS is to disseminate information about USAID/Ethiopia’s initiative to improve “Inclusion of People with Disabilities in Development Programming.” This APS is designed to solicit applications for funding from prospective partners to include people with disabilities (PWDs) into development programming or to work with disabled peoples organizations (DPOs) for better understanding and inclusion.

For more information, go to http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=HhSbxBDPqyyBnZlqSfd9WM9gGp7jt51bKydTlYKD1nxQ8VjTK2Ky!-225586427?oppId=40412&flag2006=false&mode=VIEW.

 

 

 

USAID NIGERIA APS: SUPPORT TO CIVIL SOCIETY ORGANIZATIONS/FAITH BASED ORGANIZATIONS NETWORK TO PROVIDE HIV/AIDS PREVENTION, CARE AND TREATMENT SERVICES

 

Funding Opportunity Number: USAID-NIGERIA-620-08-002-APS

Estimated Total Funding/Award Ceiling: not yet determined; anticipated to be $3,000,000 to $15,000,000

Funding Instrument Type: Cooperative Agreement

Closing Date for Applications: January 31, 2009

 

Actual funding amounts available for award through this APS have yet to be determined and may change over time. Based upon amounts requested and historical trends, USAID anticipates approximately $3.0 to $15.0 million to be available for awards of up to five years through this APS. Depending upon the quality and types of applications received and overall final funding amounts, USAID anticipates multiple awards (approximately 3 to 8) under this APS. USAID reserves the right to award more or fewer awards than anticipated. Program elements will provide a framework of specific activities for HIV/AIDS prevention, care and/or treatment.

 

For more information, go to http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=LqyCPyJtvGQ91h2RrfGtyvn7mvwyGw0HWJ0VdXxPjrzf368m2psL!1167071909?oppId=40582&flag2006=false&mode=VIEW.

 

 

 

 

USAID KAZAKHSTAN APS: TAJIKISTAN MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH ANNUAL PROGRAM STATEMENT

 

Funding Opportunity Number: HE-119-08-011

Estimated Total Funding/Award Ceiling: $3,500,000

Award Floor: $50,000

Funding Instrument Type: Cooperative Agreement; Grant

Closing Date for Applications: June 24, 2009  

 

This USAID/Central Asian Republics (CAR) Annual Program Statement (APS) solicits applications from prospective partners to implement maternal and child health activities in Tajikistan. USAID expects that the total level of funding available under this APS for activities in Tajikistan would be up to $3.5 million. Based on these figures, funding requests are expected to range from a minimum of $200,000 up to a maximum of $3.5 million (if activities are proposed to cover all program objectives), for expenditure over a period of up to five years. Funding will not exceed $700,000 per year; awards for projects of more than one year will be funded incrementally. All awards are subject to the availability of funding.

 

For more information, go to http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=LqyCPyJtvGQ91h2RrfGtyvn7mvwyGw0HWJ0VdXxPjrzf368m2psL!1167071909?oppId=42125&flag2006=false&mode=VIEW.

 

PUBLIC WELFARE FOUNDATION: FUNDING PRIORITIES

Funding Opportunity Number: CDC 2212

Closing Date for Applications: No deadline

The Foundation is most interested in organizations that address human needs, and take a particular interest in efforts that combine elements of service, advocacy and empowerment in their approach: service that solves specific problems; advocacy to address those needs in a more systemic way; and work to empower people in need so they play leading roles in achieving those remedies.
The Foundation is willing to take risks to help organizations with a sound idea, a reasonable plan for carrying it out, and a strong base in and commitment to their communities. While most of the grants are made to organizations in the United States, the Foundation has always had no geographic restrictions and has increased its efforts to work directly with organizations in other countries. The application process at the Public Welfare Foundation begins with a letter of inquiry and is followed by a request for proposals.

For more information, go to http://www.cdcnpin.org/scripts/locates/LocateFund.asp?SearchType=Simple and search for Fund Number 2212.