We are seeking the services of a highly qualified and experienced Senior Education Specialist to assist the Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES) of the Government of the Lao PDR and the AusAID Vientiane Education Team to strengthen policy development, coordination and implementation of education sector investments.
Position to commence early July 2013 - initial term of 1 year with the possibility of extension
Duration: 3 years (Renewable); Report to: Program Director; Direct Reports: 3 program officers and 4 educational training coordinators; Annual Budget: US $ 2.9 M
About SIDO SIDO has been designed as a “Group” consisting of 3 main natures of work: 1) NGO, 2) Social Enterprise, and 3) Private Business Sector.
It was founded in 2001 by three Group Founders: Cambodian, Australian and American with networking and work coordination management in Cambodia, Australia, UK, US and other countries with various fields of priority, theme, and business model in different countries.
For more than 30 years, Médecins du Monde, a campaigning medical organisation committed to international solidarity, has been caring for the most vulnerable populations at home and abroad. It has continued to highlight obstacles that exist in accessing health care and has secured sustainable improvements in health-for-all policies. Those working for this independent organisation do not solely dispense care and treatment but condemn violations of human dignity and rights and fight to improve matters for populations living in precarious situations.
Doctors of the World has programs in the Soukhouma and Mounlapamok districts in Southern Laos. The programs aim to reduce maternal and infant mortality through reproductive health services, midwifery training, and community health worker training. The midwives and health workers promote maternal and infant healthcare and aim to raise awareness of safe birthing practices throughout the community. Doctors of the World is also collaborating with the local health authorities on a national strategy for maternal and child health, which includes the implementation of free healthcare.