Congress & Exhibition Intern

About the IAS:

Founded in 1988, the International AIDS Society (IAS) is the world's largest association of HIV professionals, with members from more than 180 countries. IAS members work on all fronts of the global response to AIDS, and include researchers, clinicians, policy and programme planners and public health and community practitioners on the frontlines of the epidemic.

The IAS organizes the world’s two most prestigious HIV conferences, each convened biennially in alternating years. The International AIDS Conference is the largest conference on any global health or development issue, and provides a unique forum for the intersection of science and advocacy. The IAS Conference on HIV Science brings together a broad cross section of HIV professionals and features the latest HIV science, with a focus on implementation – moving scientific advances into practice.

In addition, the IAS advocates for urgent action to reduce the global impact of HIV, including increased investment in HIV cure research; optimizing treatment and care for infants, children and adolescents with HIV in resource-limited settings; preventing and treating HIV-related co-infections; and expanding access to prevention, treatment and care for key populations at higher risk for HIV – such as men who have sex with men, people who inject drugs, sex workers and transgender individuals – including protecting their human rights by combatting punitive laws and discriminatory policies.

More information on IAS can be found at www.iasociety.org.

Details of Internship:

The intern will be based at the IAS Secretariat in Geneva, Switzerland. He/she will report to the C&E Manager and will work with the Associate C&E Project Manager responsible for the Volunteers project. The internship is full-time and will last 7 months from 1 February 2018 to 31 August 2018.

Purpose of the Internship:

The 22nd International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2018) will be hosted in Amsterdam, Netherlands 23-27 July 2018, under the theme Breaking Barriers Building Bridges. More information on IAS can be found at www.aids2018.org.

The intern will be responsible for assisting with the coordination of the Volunteers participating at the AIDS 2018 Conference.

Main Responsibilities:

• Assist with the volunteer recruitment including advertisement, presentations, liaison with universities, schools, communities, etc.
• Help test the volunteer system and application form
• Help manage the volunteer database
• Schedule the volunteers in accordance with their preferences and the needs of the IAS
• Take care of the daily email correspondence and social media communication (Facebook) with the volunteers
• Assist with the volunteer logistics (t-shirts, catering, volunteer party after the conference, etc.)
• Help organize the supervisor selection process (invitation, documents, etc.)
• Help develop a volunteer handbook and any other volunteer documentation (additional material for supervisors, training documents, etc.)
• Help organize the onsite kick-off meeting and training (location, set-up, ppt, handouts, training documents, etc.)
• Sign in and welcome the volunteers onsite, including handing out the t-shirts and badges
• Manage, together with the volunteer supervisors, the time schedules, changes, no- shows, breaks, etc. during the conference
• Prepare and produce Certificates of Appreciation for the volunteers
• Setup an evaluation form after the conference
• Prepare a final report after the conference.

Perform any additional task requested by the C&E Manager.

Academic Qualifications:

• Currently studying or recently graduated in business, events or hospitality management is favorable.

Experience: (previous internships)

• Experience helping organize conferences, seminars, workshops, meetings, or other events.
• Experience working with registration or people management systems a plus.
• Experience working in an international context.

Skills/Competencies:

· Ability to work independently and an aptitude for multi-tasking.

· Attention to detail.

· Open-minded and a strong team player.

· Strong social and communication skills.

· Strong computer skills in the Windows environment (excel, ppt).

· Ability to work under pressure in an international context.

Languages:

• Excellent written and oral English language communication skills.

Benefits from this internship:

The intern can expect to gain skills and experience in the following areas:

· Event organizing and project management

· NGO work and international exposure

· Time management & multitasking

· Recruitment, motivation and onsite management of temporary voluntary staff

Stipend: 2,000.- CHF/month gross (full time).

How to Apply:

This internship is ideally suited to a qualified, motivated and eager-to-learn graduate willing to prepare his/her professional life in challenging and dynamic settings, with high international exposure.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter, in English and by email only, torecruitment@iasociety.orgby Friday 15 December 2017. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Only candidates from Switzerland, from an EU/EFTA country or candidates already having a valid Swiss working permit will be considered.

IAS employees are evidence-based, human rights-focused, inclusive and accountable partners in the HIV response. Candidates should display genuine commitment to IAS values (learn more here).

The IAS is committed to recruiting and sustaining a skilled, effective, diverse and gender-balanced secretariat, and to the greater involvement of people living with HIV (GIPA) in all aspects of its work. People living with HIV are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the IAS:

Founded in 1988, the International AIDS Society (IAS) is the world's largest association of HIV professionals, with members from more than 180 countries. IAS members work on all fronts of the global response to AIDS, and include researchers, clinicians, policy and programme planners and public health and community practitioners on the frontlines of the epidemic.

The IAS organizes the world’s two most prestigious HIV conferences, each convened biennially in alternating years. The International AIDS Conference is the largest conference on any global health or development issue, and provides a unique forum for the intersection of science and advocacy. The IAS Conference on HIV Science brings together a broad cross section of HIV professionals and features the latest HIV science, with a focus on implementation – moving scientific advances into practice.

In addition, the IAS advocates for urgent action to reduce the global impact of HIV, including increased investment in HIV cure research; optimizing treatment and care for infants, children and adolescents with HIV in resource-limited settings; preventing and treating HIV-related co-infections; and expanding access to prevention, treatment and care for key populations at higher risk for HIV – such as men who have sex with men, people who inject drugs, sex workers and transgender individuals – including protecting their human rights by combatting punitive laws and discriminatory policies.

More information on IAS can be found at www.iasociety.org.

Details of Internship:

The Human Resources Intern will be based at the IAS Secretariat in Geneva, Switzerland and report to the HR Manager. The internship should start late February 2018 to July 2018.

Purpose of the Internship:

The HR Intern will provide HR support with a focus on recruitment and HR administration. The intern will also provide general administrative support to the Finance and Administration Department.

Main Responsibilities:

Recruitment:

· Draft and publish job advertisements on the appropriate recruitment panel

· Coordinate with the managers and candidates throughout the selection process: pre-screen applications, organize interviews (phone, face-to-face, Skype), monitor tests, participate to interviews

· Draft employment contracts, conventions for an internship, amendments; organize onboarding programmes.

HR Administration:

· Handle the administrative formalities linked to the employee life-cycle including the monthly payroll reporting

· Administer benefits such as accidents, illness, maternity cases

· Manage the work permit processes

· Monitor the absence management system

· Draft work certificates, letters of reference and various attestations

· Research on Swiss legislation and training options

· Provide other HR related administrative tasks and HR reports.

General Administration:

· Provide general administrative support to the Finance and Administration Department as required

· Perform any additional tasks as requested by the HR Manager.

Academic Qualifications:

· Currently studying or recently graduated in business, hospitality management, human resources, psychology or a related field is required.

Experience: (previous internships)

· Experience in administration or recruitment a plus

· Experience working in a culturally diverse environment a plus.

Skills/Competencies:

· Well-organized, attention to details, client-oriented

· Ability to work autonomously, self-starter, enthusiastic

· IT literate (MS Office, Outlook, etc)

· Good written and oral communication skills

· Strong interest in human resources and administration

· Confidentiality, discretion.

Languages:

· Fluent in English and in French is a must.

Benefits from this internship:

The intern can expect to gain skills and experience in the following areas:

· Get insights into the work of an HR department

· Improve knowledge of Swiss employment law and Swiss social system

· Acquire experience in dealing with the employee life cycle, state processes, insurance processes, absence management

· Exposure to recruitment process.

Stipend: 2’000.- CHF/month gross (full time).

How to apply:

This internship is ideally suited to a qualified, motivated and eager-to-learn graduate willing to prepare his/her professional life in challenging and dynamic settings, with high international exposure.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter, in English and by email only, torecruitment@iasociety.orgby Wednesday 3 January 2018. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Only candidates from Switzerland, from an EU/EFTA country or candidates already having a valid Swiss working permit will be considered.

IAS employees are evidence-based, human rights-focused, inclusive and accountable partners in the HIV response. Candidates should display genuine commitment to IAS values (learn more here).

The IAS is committed to recruiting and sustaining a skilled, effective, diverse and gender-balanced secretariat, and to the greater involvement of people living with HIV (GIPA) in all aspects of its work. People living with HIV are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the IAS:

Founded in 1988, the International AIDS Society (IAS) is the world's largest association of HIV professionals, with members from more than 180 countries. IAS members work on all fronts of the global response to AIDS, and include researchers, clinicians, policy and programme planners and public health and community practitioners on the frontlines of the epidemic.

The IAS organizes the world’s two most prestigious HIV conferences, each convened biennially in alternating years. The International AIDS Conference is the largest conference on any global health or development issue, and provides a unique forum for the intersection of science and advocacy. The IAS Conference on HIV Science brings together a broad cross section of HIV professionals and features the latest HIV science, with a focus on implementation – moving scientific advances into practice.

In addition, the IAS advocates for urgent action to reduce the global impact of HIV, including increased investment in HIV cure research; optimizing treatment and care for infants, children and adolescents with HIV in resource-limited settings; preventing and treating HIV-related co‑infections; and expanding access to prevention, treatment and care for key populations at higher risk for HIV – such as men who have sex with men, people who inject drugs, sex workers and transgender individuals – including protecting their human rights by combatting punitive laws and discriminatory policies.

More information on IAS can be found at www.iasociety.org.

Details of Employment:

The Associate Project Manager, HIV Programmes and Advocacy position will be based at the IAS Secretariat in Geneva, Switzerland and report to the Director, HIV Programmes & Advocacy. The position is open-ended and full time to start early 2018.

Purpose of the Position:

The IAS is seeking an Associate Project Manager to work within the HIV Programmes and Advocacy Department. The incumbent will support the project management and implementation of several IAS programmes, and provide overall administrative, financial and logistical support across a variety of thematic programmes.

Main Responsibilities:

Project specific activities

Towards an HIV Cure

· Contributing to the organization and programme development of the HIV Cure Academies in Uganda and South Africa, and the associated fellowship programme.

Generation NOW

· Contributing to the implementation and monitoring of a small grants programme to support grassroots projects focused on HIV and SRHR integration.

Industry Liaison Forum

· Participating in the organization of thematic roundtables on emerging topics in global health (e.g., regulatory pathways and clinical trial design for long-acting pre-exposure prophylaxis and vaccines).

· Performing a broad consultation of the biomedical industry on their perception of the WHO Prequalification Collaborative Procedure for Accelerated Registration.

HIV Co-Infections and Co-Morbidities

· Participating to the development of a needs assessment at the intersection of HIV with non-communicable diseases.

CIPHER

· Participating in the development and organization of the HIV Exposed and Uninfected Child Workshop at the IAS conferences.

Pre-conferences prior to the IAS conferences

· Providing programmatic, logistical and administrative support to pre-conferences prior to the IAS conferences.

Perform any additional tasks as requested.

Academic Qualifications:

· A degree in public health, development, international relations, biomedical sciences or a related field is favourable.

Work Experience:

· At least 2 years of experience in a similar position; preferably working in HIV or within another disease area of global health relevance

· Project management experience

· Experience organising logistics for conferences, workshops, and committee meetings

· Experience working in an international context

· Advocacy experience valuable.

Skills/Competencies:

· Basic understanding of global health challenges, including those specific to the HIV epidemic and related co‑infections and co-morbidities

· Ability to deal with numerous tasks simultaneously and prioritize

· Ability to work independently and take initiative

· Good time management, organizational skills and communication skills

· Meticulous attention to detail

· Customer-service attitude

· Ability to work under pressure in an international context

· Strong computer skills in the Windows environment (particularly Microsoft Excel).

Languages:

· Excellent written and oral English language communication skills (other UN languages a plus).

How to Apply:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter, in English and by email only, torecruitment@iasociety.orgby Wednesday 3 January 2018. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Only candidates from Switzerland, from an EU/EFTA country or candidates already having a valid Swiss working permit will be considered.

IAS employees are evidence-based, human rights-focused, inclusive and accountable partners in the HIV response. Candidates should display genuine commitment to IAS values (learn more here).

The IAS is committed to recruiting and sustaining a skilled, effective, diverse and gender‑balanced secretariat, and to the greater involvement of people living with HIV (GIPA) in all aspects of its work. People living with HIV are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the IAS:

Founded in 1988, the International AIDS Society (IAS) is the world's largest association of HIV professionals, with members from more than 180 countries. IAS members work on all fronts of the global response to AIDS, and include researchers, clinicians, policy and programme planners and public health and community practitioners on the frontlines of the epidemic.

The IAS organizes the world’s two most prestigious HIV conferences, each convened biennially in alternating years. The International AIDS Conference is the largest conference on any global health or development issue, and provides a unique forum for the intersection of science and advocacy. The IAS Conference on HIV Science brings together a broad cross section of HIV professionals and features the latest HIV science, with a focus on implementation – moving scientific advances into practice.

In addition, the IAS advocates for urgent action to reduce the global impact of HIV, including increased investment in HIV cure research; optimizing treatment and care for infants, children and adolescents with HIV in resource-limited settings; preventing and treating HIV-related co-infections; and expanding access to prevention, treatment and care for key populations at higher risk for HIV – such as men who have sex with men, people who inject drugs, sex workers and transgender individuals – including protecting their human rights by combatting punitive laws and discriminatory policies.

More information on IAS can be found at www.iasociety.org.

Details of Employment:

The Senior Manager (Co-infections), position in the HIV Programmes and Advocacy department will be based in Geneva, Switzerland and report to the Director, HIV Programmes & Advocacy. The position is open-ended and full-time as start as soon as possible.

Purpose of the Position:

The IAS HIV Programmes and Advocacy department works to promote the implementation of evidence-informed and human rights-based strategies for improving the lives of people living with and most vulnerable to acquiring HIV. The Senior Manager of the TB portfolio will build and lead IAS’s work on TB with a focus on co-infection and address policy, research and structural barriers that impede uptake of and access to comprehensive integrated services.

This position will form a critical part of the IAS HIV Co-infections and Co-Morbidities (HCC) portfolio which works to advance research, advocate for sound policies that allow equitable access to care, and remove structural barriers in at least three areas: HIV/HCV co-infection, HIV/TB co‑infection and HIV/NCDs co-morbidity. HCC recognizes synergies as well as overlapping populations and service delivery needs across these diverse disease areas. In addition, this position will support work across a number of programme areas including on differentiated care that works to increase the scale up of differentiated service delivery to improve access to and quality of care services for people living with HIV. As part of this, the IAS seeks to extend the platform to support enabling policies for differentiating care for people living with HIV who are clinically unstable or have comorbid tuberculosis (TB).

The incumbent will lead the development and implementation of activities in the TB/HIV service delivery and broader co‑infection area. This work may cover the following three areas:

• Political commitment

Strengthening political commitment to and policies for TB/HIV co‑infection

• Research and science

Addressing mission critical TB/HIV operational, implementation and service integration research gaps

• Awareness and stigma

Raising TB awareness among the HIV community and addressing TB stigma.

Main Responsibilities:

Programmatic and technical direction:

• Lead the IAS work in the TB/HIV co-infection area, including developing clear strategic and operational plans for programme execution and identifying new opportunities for IAS to add value and maximize impact

· Represent the IAS in relevant TB and TB/HIV meetings, maintaining appropriate bi‑directional communication with key IAS partners in the TB field to ensure IAS’s global capabilities are being fully leveraged on-the-ground and vice-versa

· Develop and implement TB/HIV co-infection programmatic activities and campaigns (including work plans for differentiated service delivery for TB/HIV co-infected people)

• Promote and strengthen approaches towards aligned TB and HIV service integration
• Develop and maintain up-to-date expertise in TB products, markets and trends – including in the TB vaccine field
• Strengthen and expand the partnerships with relevant TB-focussed organisations, United Nations agencies and donors

· Prepare and update project work plans, concept notes, funding proposals and budgets; contribute to outline development and writing of publications; and develop evaluation surveys and reports

• Lead and support fundraising efforts by seeking new donor relationships and creative funding opportunities, and develop additional funding proposals

Advocacy

• Develop and implement advocacy strategies, at global, regional and national levels, to advance the organizations advocacy goals on TB/HIV co-infection and service delivery
• Support the IAS in designing and implementing advocacy strategies with key targets through participation in meetings and the development of policy briefs and statements
• Create content, with input from other technical staff in the IAS HIV Programmes and Advocacy team
• Build relationships with allies (e.g., networks of people living with HIV and TB, civil society, governments, NGOs, humanitarian actors).

The incumbent may also develop other co-infections initiatives outside of TB.

Perform any additional tasks as requested by the Director, HIV Programmes & Advocacy.

Academic Qualifications:

• An advanced university degree in biomedical sciences, medical sciences, health sciences, public health, international development or other relevant field.

How to Apply:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter, in English and by email only, torecruitment@iasociety.orgby Wednesday 3 January 2018. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Only candidates from Switzerland, from an EU/EFTA country or candidates already having a valid Swiss working permit will be considered.

IAS employees are evidence-based, human rights-focused, inclusive and accountable partners in the HIV response. Candidates should display genuine commitment to IAS values (learn more here).

The IAS is committed to recruiting and sustaining a skilled, effective, diverse and gender-balanced secretariat, and to the greater involvement of people living with HIV (GIPA) in all aspects of its work. People living with HIV are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the IAS:

Founded in 1988, the International AIDS Society (IAS) is the world's largest association of HIV professionals, with members from more than 180 countries. IAS members work on all fronts of the global response to AIDS, and include researchers, clinicians, policy and programme planners and public health and community practitioners on the frontlines of the epidemic.

The IAS organizes the world’s two most prestigious HIV conferences, each convened biennially in alternating years. The International AIDS Conference is the largest conference on any global health or development issue, and provides a unique forum for the intersection of science and advocacy. The IAS Conference on HIV Science brings together a broad cross section of HIV professionals and features the latest HIV science, with a focus on implementation – moving scientific advances into practice.

In addition, the IAS advocates for urgent action to reduce the global impact of HIV, including increased investment in HIV cure research; optimizing treatment and care for infants, children and adolescents with HIV in resource-limited settings; preventing and treating HIV-related co-infections; and expanding access to prevention, treatment and care for key populations at higher risk for HIV – such as men who have sex with men, people who inject drugs, sex workers and transgender individuals – including protecting their human rights by combatting punitive laws and discriminatory policies.

More information on IAS can be found at www.iasociety.org.

Details of Employment:

The Finance Officer position will be based in Geneva, Switzerland and report to the Director, Finance & Administration. The position is open-ended and full-time to start on 1 April 2018.

Purpose of the Position:

The incumbent will be responsible for all the accounts receivable (AR) activities; and will assist in grant management and financial reporting to donors.

Main Responsibilities:

• Perform multicurrency bookkeeping (GL & analytical)
• Responsible for recording of receivables
• Monitor receivable accounts to ensure on-time payment of our invoices
• Collaborate with Resource Mobilization & Development department (i.e. grant management: ensure that contract information is properly registered in the system)
• Process reconciliation of receivables
• Support P&L owners, assist in preparation of financial reports to donors
• Prepare VAT returns in multiple jurisdictions
• Assist with annual audit
• Provide ad-hoc assistance, analysis and reporting as required by management.

Academic Qualifications:

• A degree in business, commerce or other relevant education with a specialization in accounting/finance or comparable years of experience in the field.

Work Experience:

• Significant years of experience in a similar position
• Previous exposure working with different currencies.

Skills/Competencies:

• Knowledge of Swiss GAAP
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel in particular)
• Understanding of VAT principles is a must
• Strong analytical & problem solving skills, attention to details
• Strong interpersonal skills, focus on client needs, foster teamwork
• Proactive, ability to multitask, set priorities and meet deadlines.

Languages:

• Advanced written and oral English & French communication skills are both essential for this position.

How to Apply:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter, in English and by email only, torecruitment@iasociety.orgby Sunday 7 January 2018. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Only candidates from Switzerland, from an EU/EFTA country or candidates already having a valid Swiss working permit will be considered.

IAS employees are evidence-based, human rights-focused, inclusive and accountable partners in the HIV response. Candidates should display genuine commitment to IAS values (learn more here).

The IAS is committed to recruiting and sustaining a skilled, effective, diverse and gender-balanced secretariat, and to the greater involvement of people living with HIV (GIPA) in all aspects of its work. People living with HIV are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the IAS:

Founded in 1988, the International AIDS Society (IAS) is the world's largest association of HIV professionals, with members from more than 180 countries. IAS members work on all fronts of the global response to AIDS, and include researchers, clinicians, policy and programme planners and public health and community practitioners on the frontlines of the epidemic.

The IAS organizes the world’s two most prestigious HIV conferences, each convened biennially in alternating years. The International AIDS Conference is the largest conference on any global health or development issue, and provides a unique forum for the intersection of science and advocacy. The IAS Conference on HIV Science brings together a broad cross section of HIV professionals and features the latest HIV science, with a focus on implementation – moving scientific advances into practice.

In addition, the IAS advocates for urgent action to reduce the global impact of HIV, including increased investment in HIV cure research; optimizing treatment and care for infants, children and adolescents with HIV in resource-limited settings; preventing and treating HIV-related co-infections; and expanding access to prevention, treatment and care for key populations at higher risk for HIV – such as men who have sex with men, people who inject drugs, sex workers and transgender individuals – including protecting their human rights by combatting punitive laws and discriminatory policies.

More information on IAS can be found at www.iasociety.org.

Details of Employment:

The Associate C&E Project Manager position will be based in Geneva, Switzerland and report to the C&E Manager. The position is open-ended and full-time to start in February 2018.

Purpose of the Position:

The incumbent will be responsible for assisting the Congress & Exhibition (C&E) department with the logistics/organization of the IAS/AIDS Conferences. He or she will work closely with a C&E Project Manager for each of the below listed projects as needed and requested by the C&E Manager.

Main Responsibilities:

The incumbent may manage and assist with the following projects:

• AV- manage the overall AV project, including managing the supplier selection process, negotiating and contracting, specifications and process definitions, concepts and AV related floorplans, onsite management
• Satellites- work closely with the satellite project manager to assist in the overall satellite application and coordination process, handle daily queries via the satellites inbox, function as the liaison between the satellite holder and the selected suppliers (build-up, AV, hostesses, etc.), be the point person for satellite holders onsite
• IAS Satellites and Exhibition Tracker (ISET)- set up, test and manage theexhibition and satellite online ordering and tracking system (ISET), including working with the ICT department for the system set up, monitoring the orders, checking the invoices, liaising with the IAS finance department, and corresponding with satellite holders and exhibitors (including managing associated mailboxes), amongst other things. Additional tasks may be requested by the exhibition project manager in line with the planning of the exhibition
• Registration- work closely with the registration, exhibition and satellite project managers to assist with the exhibitor, satellite, supplier and IAS registrations.

Perform any additional tasks requested by the C&E Manager.

*Duties are subject to change as the needs of the conference and organization evolve.

Academic Qualifications:

• A degree in business, events or hospitality management, or a related field is favorable.

Work Experience:

• At least 2 years’ experience in working with conferences, seminars, workshops, meetings, committees or events
• Experience with AV projects in the conference or events industry
• Experience working with event management or ordering systems
• Experience working with sponsors and/or high-level partners, a plus
• Experience working for international organizations or abroad, a plus.

Skills/Competencies:

• Strong technical savvy
• Advanced computer skills in the Windows environment (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook)
• Attention to detail
• Be organized and systematic
• Ability to work independently and handle many tasks simultaneously
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure, meet deadlines and occasionally work overtime
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Open-minded and a good team player.

Languages:

• Fluent in English, knowledge of other languages is an asset.

How to Apply:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter, in English and by email only, torecruitment@iasociety.orgby Tuesday 9 January 2018. The interviews will take place as of 11 January 2018. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Only candidates from Switzerland, from an EU/EFTA country or candidates already having a valid Swiss working permit will be considered.

IAS employees are evidence-based, human rights-focused, inclusive and accountable partners in the HIV response. Candidates should display genuine commitment to IAS values (learn more here).

The IAS is committed to recruiting and sustaining a skilled, effective, diverse and gender-balanced secretariat, and to the greater involvement of people living with HIV (GIPA) in all aspects of its work. People living with HIV are strongly encouraged to apply.

Congress & Exhibition Intern (ISET)

About the IAS:

Founded in 1988, the International AIDS Society (IAS) is the world's largest association of HIV professionals, with members from more than 180 countries. IAS members work on all fronts of the global response to AIDS, and include researchers, clinicians, policy and programme planners and public health and community practitioners on the frontlines of the epidemic.

The IAS organizes the world’s two most prestigious HIV conferences, each convened biennially in alternating years. The International AIDS Conference is the largest conference on any global health or development issue, and provides a unique forum for the intersection of science and advocacy. The IAS Conference on HIV Science brings together a broad cross section of HIV professionals and features the latest HIV science, with a focus on implementation – moving scientific advances into practice.

In addition, the IAS advocates for urgent action to reduce the global impact of HIV, including increased investment in HIV cure research; optimizing treatment and care for infants, children and adolescents with HIV in resource-limited settings; preventing and treating HIV-related co-infections; and expanding access to prevention, treatment and care for key populations at higher risk for HIV – such as men who have sex with men, people who inject drugs, sex workers and transgender individuals – including protecting their human rights by combatting punitive laws and discriminatory policies.

More information on IAS can be found at www.iasociety.org.

Details of Internship:

The Congress & Exhibition (C&E) Intern will be based at the IAS Secretariat in Geneva, Switzerland. He/she will report to the C&E Manager and will take direction from the Senior C&E Project Manager. The internship is full-time and will last 5.5 months from 1 March 2018 to 15 August 2018.

Purpose of the Internship:

The 22nd International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2018) will be hosted in Amsterdam, Netherlands 23-27 July 2018, under the theme Breaking Barriers Building Bridges. More information on AIDS 2018 can be found at www.aids2018.org.

The intern will be responsible for assisting with the coordination of the AIDS 2018 exhibition and venue management.

Main Responsibilities:

• Handle exhibitor support (communicate on a daily basis via emails, phone calls)
• Draft the exhibitor manual
• Assist in keeping up-to-date and running the IAS exhibition online ordering and tracking system (ISET)
• Follow-up on invoicing and payments as required
• When needed, act as the liaison between exhibitors and the selected suppliers to ensure the suppliers meet requirements and deadlines
• Assist with the planning of exhibition space and layout
• Assist with the coordination of the exhibition onsite, including build-up and tear down, liaison with the selected suppliers
• Assist with the venue management and the catering for the conference.

Academic Qualifications:

• Currently studying or recently graduated in business, events, hospitality management, or a related field.

Experience: (previous internships)

• Experience helping organize conferences, seminars, workshops, meetings, or other events
• Experience working with sponsors and/or high-level partners, a plus
• Experience working with event management or ordering systems, a plus
• Experience working for international organizations or abroad, a plus.

Skills/Competencies:

• Ability to work independently and an aptitude for multi-tasking
• Attention to detail
• Be organized and systematic
• Strong computer skills in the Windows environment
• Ability to work under pressure in an international context
• Sense of diplomacy and discretion.

Languages:

• Excellent written and oral English language communication skills. Knowledge of other languages is an asset.

Benefits from this Internship:

The intern can expect to gain skills and experience in the following areas:

• Large project management
• Event organizing, especially exhibition management
• NGO work and international exposure
• Time management & multitasking

Stipend: 2’000.- CHF/month gross (full time).

How to Apply:

This internship is ideally suited to a qualified, motivated and eager-to-learn graduate willing to prepare his/her professional life in challenging and dynamic settings, with high international exposure.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter, in English and by email only, torecruitment@iasociety.orgby Wednesday 10 January 2018. The interviews will take place as of 15 January 2018. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Only candidates from Switzerland, from an EU/EFTA country or candidates already having a valid Swiss working permit will be considered.

IAS employees are evidence-based, human rights-focused, inclusive and accountable partners in the HIV response. Candidates should display genuine commitment to IAS values (learn more here).

The IAS is committed to recruiting and sustaining a skilled, effective, diverse and gender-balanced secretariat, and to the greater involvement of people living with HIV (GIPA) in all aspects of its work. People living with HIV are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the IAS:

Founded in 1988, the International AIDS Society (IAS) is the world's largest association of HIV professionals, with members from more than 180 countries. IAS members work on all fronts of the global response to AIDS, and include researchers, clinicians, policy and programme planners and public health and community practitioners on the frontlines of the epidemic.

The IAS organizes the world’s two most prestigious HIV conferences, each convened biennially in alternating years. The International AIDS Conference is the largest conference on any global health or development issue, and provides a unique forum for the intersection of science and advocacy. The IAS Conference on HIV Science brings together a broad cross section of HIV professionals and features the latest HIV science, with a focus on implementation – moving scientific advances into practice.

In addition, the IAS advocates for urgent action to reduce the global impact of HIV, including increased investment in HIV cure research; optimizing treatment and care for infants, children and adolescents with HIV in resource-limited settings; preventing and treating HIV-related co-infections; and expanding access to prevention, treatment and care for key populations at higher risk for HIV – such as men who have sex with men, people who inject drugs, sex workers and transgender individuals – including protecting their human rights by combatting punitive laws and discriminatory policies.

More information on IAS can be found at www.iasociety.org.

Details of Internship:

The intern will be based at the IAS Secretariat in Geneva, Switzerland and report to the Conference Programme Manager. The internship is full-time and will last 6 months from early February 2018 to 3 August 2018.

Purpose of the Internship:

The 22nd International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2018) will be hosted in Amsterdam, Netherlands 23-27 July 2018, under the theme Breaking Barriers Building Bridges. More information on IAS can be found at www.aids2018.org.

The Conference Intern will be responsible for assisting the Conference team in the preparation of the AIDS 2018 Conference.

Main Responsibilities:

· Support the conference team in inviting session chairs and speakers for conference sessions (Jan-July, 20 days): preparing invitations, compiling and tracking replies, inviting back-ups, sending session links and guidelines, answering all general inquiries

· Support the conference team by drafting and prepping relevant communications to committee members and session participants (emails, key documents, etc…)

· Support the fraud hunt process, identifying potentially plagiarized submissions (February – 5 days, May – 5 days)

· Administrative tasks such as updating documents, organizing online archives

· Support preparations of committee meetings: logistics, drafting documents and PowerPoint presentations

· Read and respond to inquiries to the conference inboxes

· Support the conference team in the CME application process (drafting document, support to managing conflict of interests form for session participants, etc…)

· Support the conference team inputting and updating the session planner (session database)

· Setup and write minutes from meetings

· Provide onsite support for the AIDS 2018 Poster Exhibition, including logistical support in the poster exhibition area to ensure presenters are able to display their posters, tracking no shows and responding to general questions

Perform additional tasks as requested by the Conference Programme Manager.

Academic Qualifications:

· Currently studying or recently graduated in social science, public health, development, international relations or a related field is required. Candidates expressing a keen interest in this area of work will also be considered.

Experience: (previous internships)

· Previous work in organizing conferences and events would be an asset

· Experience working in an international context.

Skills/Competencies:

· Attention to detail and excellent organization

· Understanding of project management

· Ability to work independently and take initiative

· Ability to multi-task and handle multiple projects simultaneously

· Ability to cope with stress and meet tight deadlines

Languages:

· Excellent written and oral English language communication skills. Knowledge of other languages is an asset.

Benefits from this Internship:

The intern can expect to gain skills and experience in the following areas:

· Event and project management

· Programme development

· International relations and communication

· Public health and HIV

Stipend: 2’000.- CHF/month gross (full time).

How to Apply:

This internship is ideally suited to a qualified, motivated and eager-to-learn graduate willing to prepare his/her professional life in challenging and dynamic settings, with high international exposure.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter, in English and by email only, torecruitment@iasociety.orgby Friday 26 January 2018. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Only candidates from Switzerland, from an EU/EFTA country or candidates already having a valid Swiss working permit will be considered.

IAS employees are evidence-based, human rights-focused, inclusive and accountable partners in the HIV response. Candidates should display genuine commitment to IAS values (learn more here).

The IAS is committed to recruiting and sustaining a skilled, effective, diverse and gender-balanced secretariat, and to the greater involvement of people living with HIV (GIPA) in all aspects of its work. People living with HIV are strongly encouraged to apply.

Executive Director

About the IAS:

Founded in 1988, the International AIDS Society (IAS) is the world's largest association of HIV professionals, with members from more than 180 countries. IAS members work on all fronts of the global response to AIDS, and include researchers, clinicians, policy and programme planners and public health and community practitioners on the frontlines of the epidemic.

The IAS organizes the world’s two most prestigious HIV conferences, each convened biennially in alternating years. The International AIDS Conference is the largest conference on any global health or development issue, and provides a unique forum for the intersection of science and advocacy. The IAS Conference on HIV Science brings together a broad cross section of HIV professionals and features the latest HIV science, with a focus on implementation – moving scientific advances into practice.

In addition, the IAS programmes advocate for urgent action to reduce the global impact of HIV, including increased investment in HIV cure research; optimizing treatment and care for infants, children and adolescents with HIV in resource-limited settings; preventing and treating HIV-related co-infections; and expanding access to prevention, treatment and care for key populations at higher risk for HIV – such as men who have sex with men, people who inject drugs, sex workers and transgender individuals – including protecting their human rights by combatting punitive laws and discriminatory policies.

More information on IAS can be found at www.iasociety.org.

Details of Employment:

The Executive Director position is based in Geneva, Switzerland and reports to the IAS President. The position is open-ended and full-time to start ideally in July 2018.

Purpose of the Position:

The Executive Director is the chief executive officer for International AIDS Society and an ex-officio member of the Governing Council and Executive Committee. S/he is responsible for the overall management of the organization, including its financial sustainability and is charged with implementing its strategic plans under the direction of the governance and membership of the organization. The Executive Director reports directly to the President of the Governing Council, who is accountable to the Governing Council (GC).

In the Executive Director, the IAS requires someone who understands the major issues in development, global health and in the HIV/AIDS response today. S/he is a credible and persuasive player at the highest levels and is recognized as a peer by senior colleagues in government; multi-lateral, scientific and civil society contexts.

Along with the leadership characteristics described below, the Executive Director also requires a flexibility of style and understanding of the Secretariat’s role vis-a-vis the President and Governing Council of the IAS. A sophisticated appreciation of the complexities and processes, including diplomacy, firmness and conflict resolution skills involved in multi-partner initiatives is necessary. The Executive Director is expected to be a strategic steward of the organization who is exemplary of its overall membership.

Main Responsibilities:

• Contributing to the development of the overall vision and strategic planning of the organization, including financial strategic planning
• Overseeing the implementation of the vision and strategic plan of the organization
• Overseeing all activities of the IAS with support from all the respective members of the Executive Team
• Overseeing fundraising for the organization, with support from the Resource Mobilization & Development department
• Ensuring the development and maintenance of strong partnerships internationally, regionally and nationally where appropriate, including with the UN family, public/private initiatives, research organizations, governments and civil society organizations
• Financial oversight of the organization with the support of the other members of the IAS Executive team
• Ensuring transparency of financial reporting and accountability to GC members, donors, with the support of the Executive team
• Moving forward the organizational principles of diversity and social responsibility
• Overseeing the organization’s Human Resources
• Leading and empowering the secretariat; managing the performance and development of staff and organizational change with the support of the other Executive team members after consultation with the Officers
• Representing the IAS in the governing bodies of IAS hosted conferences and in other collaborative initiatives and projects with partners
• Representing and advocating for the IAS externally, including to the media (along with the President and/or other GC members)
• Maintaining strong technical knowledge and staying current with issues pertinent to the HIV/AIDS epidemic and response and to other Global Health issues.

Perform any additional activities requested by the IAS President.

Academic Qualifications:

• A university degree in the public health, business administration, international development or a related field is a minimum requirement
• An advanced degree in any of the above is preferred.

Work Experience:

• At least 8 years international experience including substantial experience in a leadership role
• Demonstrated experience working with a Board of Directors or a Governing Council
• Demonstrated track record of progressive management experience including multi-layered teams and matrixed organizations
• Demonstrated budget authority and budget management for complex, multi-donor programmes
• Successful year-to-year fundraising from diverse donors including government, philanthropy and industry
• Experience working in partnership with global civil society actors and advocates
• Experience acting in a representative capacity.

Skills/Competencies:

• A thorough understanding of HIV/AIDS, this will include the social and political context in the response to HIV/AIDS, as well as an appreciation of the evolving clinical and scientific dimensions of the epidemic
• Appreciation for core principles related to HIV programmes and advocacy including the Greater Involvement of People Living with HIV and AIDS (GIPA) principle
• In-depth knowledge of the global health architecture and its leaders
• A track record of achievement and leadership in the field and an active network among the partners of IAS
• Strong visionary leadership with demonstrated ability to foster integration and teamwork
• Ability to identify and attract talented professionals to manage IAS programmes
• Ability to lead, develop and retain a diverse team of professionals
• Strong management, negotiation and delegation skills
• Ability to inspire and engage with a wide range of relevant audiences; personal presence; excellent influencing skills
• Demonstrated financial literacy; with the ability to set clear financial direction
• A thorough understanding of fundraising and the capacity to engage with non-traditional sources of funding

• Strong knowledge of the commercial world and ability to nurture industry partnerships

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, this person will be an inspiring presenter and ambassador for the IAS

• Ability to travel internationally up to 40%

• Sincerity and integrity – the genuine and selfless nature of the Executive Director’s commitment to the work for the IAS must be palpable.

Languages:

• Proficient in English – knowledge of other languages an asset.

How to Apply:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their application, in English and by email only, torecruitment@iasociety.orgby Monday 26 February 2018. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The applications must include the following documents:

• A cover letter
• A short bio
• A current CV including the names of three referees*

* Please note that the referees will not be contacted until later in the process. The shortlisted candidates for in-person interviews will be asked to provide three letters of reference.

IAS employees are evidence-based, human rights-focused, inclusive and accountable partners in the HIV response. Candidates should display genuine commitment to IAS values (learn more here).

The IAS is committed to recruiting and sustaining a skilled, effective, diverse and gender-balanced secretariat, and to the greater involvement of people living with HIV (GIPA) in all aspects of its work. People living with or affected by HIV are strongly encouraged to apply.

For more information, please contact Catherine Berner at catherine.berner@iasociety.org.

About the IAS:

Founded in 1988, the International AIDS Society (IAS) is the world's largest association of HIV professionals, with members from more than 180 countries. IAS members work on all fronts of the global response to AIDS, and include researchers, clinicians, policy and programme planners and public health and community practitioners on the frontlines of the epidemic.

The IAS organizes the world’s two most prestigious HIV conferences, each convened biennially in alternating years. The International AIDS Conference is the largest conference on any global health or development issue, and provides a unique forum for the intersection of science and advocacy. The IAS Conference on HIV Science brings together a broad cross section of HIV professionals and features the latest HIV science, with a focus on implementation – moving scientific advances into practice.

In addition, the IAS programmes advocate for urgent action to reduce the global impact of HIV, including increased investment in HIV cure research; optimizing treatment and care for infants, children and adolescents with HIV in resource-limited settings; preventing and treating HIV-related co-infections; and expanding access to prevention, treatment and care for key populations at higher risk for HIV – such as men who have sex with men, people who inject drugs, sex workers and transgender individuals – including protecting their human rights by combatting punitive laws and discriminatory policies.

More information on IAS can be found at www.iasociety.org.

Details of Employment:

The Senior Manager (Co-infections), position in the HIV Programmes and Advocacy department will be based in Geneva, Switzerland and report to the Director, HIV Programmes & Advocacy. The position is open-ended and full-time as start as soon as possible.

Purpose of the Position:

The IAS HIV Programmes and Advocacy department works to promote the implementation of evidence-informed and human rights-based strategies for improving the lives of people living with and most vulnerable to acquiring HIV. The Senior Manager of the TB portfolio will build and lead IAS’s work on TB with a focus on co-infection and address policy, research and structural barriers that impede uptake of and access to comprehensive integrated services.

This position will form a critical part of the IAS HIV Co-infections and Co-Morbidities (HCC) portfolio which works to advance research, advocate for sound policies that allow equitable access to care, and remove structural barriers in at least three areas: HIV/HCV co-infection, HIV/TB co‑infection and HIV/NCDs co-morbidity. HCC recognizes synergies as well as overlapping populations and service delivery needs across these diverse disease areas. In addition, this position will support work across a number of programme areas including on differentiated care that works to increase the scale up of differentiated service delivery to improve access to and quality of care services for people living with HIV. As part of this, the IAS seeks to extend the platform to support enabling policies for differentiating care for people living with HIV who are clinically unstable or have comorbid tuberculosis (TB).

The incumbent will lead the development and implementation of activities in the TB/HIV service delivery and broader co‑infection area. This work may cover the following three areas:

• Political commitment

Strengthening political commitment to and policies for TB/HIV co‑infection

• Research and science

Addressing mission critical TB/HIV operational, implementation and service integration research gaps

• Awareness and stigma

Raising TB awareness among the HIV community and addressing TB stigma.

Main Responsibilities:

Programmatic and technical direction:

• Lead the IAS work in the TB/HIV co-infection area, including developing clear strategic and operational plans for programme execution and identifying new opportunities for IAS to add value and maximize impact

· Represent the IAS in relevant TB and TB/HIV meetings, maintaining appropriate bi‑directional communication with key IAS partners in the TB field to ensure IAS’s global capabilities are being fully leveraged on-the-ground and vice-versa

· Develop and implement TB/HIV co-infection programmatic activities and campaigns (including work plans for differentiated service delivery for TB/HIV co-infected people)

• Promote and strengthen approaches towards aligned TB and HIV service integration
• Develop and maintain up-to-date expertise in TB products, markets and trends – including in the TB vaccine field
• Strengthen and expand the partnerships with relevant TB-focussed organisations, United Nations agencies and donors

· Prepare and update project work plans, concept notes, funding proposals and budgets; contribute to outline development and writing of publications; and develop evaluation surveys and reports

• Lead and support fundraising efforts by seeking new donor relationships and creative funding opportunities, and develop additional funding proposals

Advocacy

• Develop and implement advocacy strategies, at global, regional and national levels, to advance the organizations advocacy goals on TB/HIV co-infection and service delivery
• Support the IAS in designing and implementing advocacy strategies with key targets through participation in meetings and the development of policy briefs and statements
• Create content, with input from other technical staff in the IAS HIV Programmes and Advocacy team
• Build relationships with allies (e.g., networks of people living with HIV and TB, civil society, governments, NGOs, humanitarian actors).

The incumbent may also develop other co-infections initiatives outside of TB.

Perform any additional tasks as requested by the Director, HIV Programmes & Advocacy.

Academic Qualifications:

• An advanced university degree in biomedical sciences, medical sciences, health sciences, public health, international development or other relevant field.

Work Experience:

· At least 5 to 8 years’ experience in a similar management position and a background in global health including TB required

· Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing HIV/TB strategies and service delivery integration

· Experience in building and managing successful relationships with a diversity of stakeholders including members of governments, pharmaceutical companies, NGOs, and/or multi‐lateral organizations

· Experience in project management: including budgets and work plans, management of large grants and coordination of consortiums

· Team management experience a plus

· Experience in scientific research and academic writing and publishing advantageous

· Experience working in Africa and/or South Asia a strong plus.

Skills/Competencies:

· Excellent knowledge of the different aspects of the TB response and their interplay, preferably in an international context (equivalent knowledge of HIV, HCV , NCDs and/or STIs a plus)

• Knowledge of TB surveillance, modelling, cost-effectiveness and analytics a plus
• Strong stakeholder management and team management skills
• Excellent business-oriented oral and written communication skills
• Highly organized, systematic and with strong analytical skills
• Creative and out of the box thinker, with demonstrated track record of problem‐solving/seeking solutions to challenges
• Flexible with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work independently
• Applied understanding of matrix management principles

• Sense of diplomacy, cross-cultural interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently, self-motivate, and propose and implement strategic new initiatives in uncertain and evolving environments

• Ability to travel internationally.

Languages:

• Advanced level of spoken and written English
• Knowledge of other UN languages an asset.

How to Apply:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter, in English and by email only, torecruitment@iasociety.org. The applications will be selected on a rolling basis. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Only candidates from Switzerland, from an EU/EFTA country or candidates already having a valid Swiss working permit will be considered.

IAS employees are evidence-based, human rights-focused, inclusive and accountable partners in the HIV response. Candidates should display genuine commitment to IAS values (learn more here).

The IAS is committed to recruiting and sustaining a skilled, effective, diverse and gender-balanced secretariat, and to the greater involvement of people living with HIV (GIPA) in all aspects of its work. People living with or affected by HIV are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the IAS:

Founded in 1988, the International AIDS Society (IAS) is the world's largest association of HIV professionals, with members from more than 180 countries. IAS members work on all fronts of the global response to AIDS, and include researchers, clinicians, policy and programme planners and public health and community practitioners on the frontlines of the epidemic.

The IAS organizes the world’s two most prestigious HIV conferences, each convened biennially in alternating years. The International AIDS Conference is the largest conference on any global health or development issue, and provides a unique forum for the intersection of science and advocacy. The IAS Conference on HIV Science brings together a broad cross section of HIV professionals and features the latest HIV science, with a focus on implementation – moving scientific advances into practice.

In addition, the IAS programmes advocate for urgent action to reduce the global impact of HIV, including increased investment in HIV cure research; optimizing treatment and care for infants, children and adolescents with HIV in resource-limited settings; preventing and treating HIV-related co-infections; and expanding access to prevention, treatment and care for key populations at higher risk for HIV – such as men who have sex with men, people who inject drugs, sex workers and transgender individuals – including protecting their human rights by combatting punitive laws and discriminatory policies.

More information on IAS can be found at www.iasociety.org.

Details of Employment:

The Deputy Director (Vaccines), HIV Programmes & Advocacy position will be based in Geneva, Switzerland and report to the Director, HIV Programmes & Advocacy. The position is open-ended and full-time.

Purpose of the Position:

The incumbent will be responsible for providing strategic scientific and technical guidance to vaccine-related initiatives of the IAS, and leadership on all aspects of the IAS Vaccine Programme, including implementation of the new strategy and attainment of goals, objectives, activities and targets.

Main Responsibilities:

Design, development and overall management of the IAS Global HIV Vaccine Enterprise Programme

• Lead and manage the implementation of a new 5 year IAS Vaccine Programme strategy in coordination with major stakeholders, including developing clear strategic and operational plans for programme execution and maintaining adherence to the budget
• Lead the evaluation, improvement and impact assessments of the IAS secretariat activities and initiatives related to HIV vaccines, and identify new scientific research opportunities to advance the IAS Vaccine Programme
• Build and manage an IAS Vaccine Programme team, ensuring excellence in delivery and effective relationships with internal and external partners.

Provide technical expertise

• Provide scientific input for a number of ongoing IAS programme priorities including HIV Cure
• Advise study investigators on the key clinical, behavioural, and demographic characteristics to be considered when conducting clinical trials
• Provide scientific input to donor reports, concept notes and fundraising proposals to support vaccine-related and other resource mobilization efforts and, in collaboration with the IAS Resource Mobilization team, ensure financial sustainability of the IAS Vaccine Programme
• Provide technical input to and strategic guidance on IAS conference programme content, including HIVR4P, to ensure that vaccines and related fields are strongly and appropriately represented.

Strategically position the IAS Global HIV Vaccine Enterprise Vaccine Programme

• Anticipate upcoming challenges and opportunities by following the latest developments in HIV vaccine research and development
• Ensure the IAS Vaccine Programme adds value to vaccine research, including developing a vaccine research grants programme, coordinating stakeholders and facilitating meetings
• Provide scientific direction and leadership to any relevant working groups
• Develop a communications plan for the IAS Vaccine Programme, in collaboration with the IAS Communications team, to expand the reach of the IAS Vaccine Programme and promote the latest vaccine science.

Identify and maintain partnerships

• Build sustainable relationships and develop partnerships with a range of other scientists, funders, and key stakeholders from the USA and Europe, including representatives from UN agencies, academia and the private sector
• Maintain strong partnerships with the various working groups of the IAS Vaccine Programme and identify new opportunities for scientific or research collaborations across other disease areas
• Build strong relationships with other vaccine stakeholders to ensure the IAS Vaccine Programme is effectively contributing to global vaccine priorities, including GAVI (The Global Vaccine Initiative) The International AIDS Vaccine Initiative (IAVI) and the World Health Organization (WHO)
• Nurture synergistic partnerships across the platform of the IAS.

Perform any additional tasks requested by the Director, HIV Programmes & Advocacy.

Academic Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or PhD in microbiology, immunology, or related field.

Work Experience:

• At least 5 to 8 years’ experience in a similar management position and a background in global health, including in the vaccine field, HIV prevention or cure research
• · Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing vaccine related or HIV prevention strategies
• · Experience in building and managing successful relationships with a diversity of stakeholders, including members of governments, pharmaceutical companies, NGOs, and/or multi‐lateral organizations
• · Experience in project management: including budgets and work plans, management of large grants and coordination of consortiums
• · Team management experience a plus
• · Experience in scientific research, academic writing and publishing advantageous.

Skills/Competencies:

• Excellent knowledge of the different aspects of HIV prevention and vaccine research, preferably in an international context
• A track record of achievement and leadership in the field and an active network of established collaborators
• Strong stakeholder management and team management skills
• Excellent business-oriented oral and written communication skills
• Highly organized, systematic and with strong analytical skills
• Creative and out of the box thinker, with demonstrated track record of problem‐solving/seeking solutions to challenges
• Flexible with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work independently
• Applied understanding of matrix management principles
• Sense of diplomacy, cross-cultural interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently, self-motivate, and propose and implement strategic new initiatives in uncertain and evolving environments
• Ability to travel internationally.

Languages:

• Advanced level English. Knowledge of other languages is an asset.

How to Apply:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter, in English and by email only, torecruitment@iasociety.org. The applications will be selected on a rolling basis. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

IAS employees are evidence-based, human rights-focused, inclusive and accountable partners in the HIV response. Candidates should display genuine commitment to IAS values (learn more here).

The IAS is committed to recruiting and sustaining a skilled, effective, diverse and gender-balanced secretariat, and to the greater involvement of people living with HIV (GIPA) in all aspects of its work. People living with or affected by HIV are strongly encouraged to apply.

Information Communications Technology (ICT) Intern

About the IAS:

Founded in 1988, the International AIDS Society (IAS) is the world's largest association of HIV professionals, with members from more than 180 countries. IAS members work on all fronts of the global response to AIDS, and include researchers, clinicians, policy and programme planners and public health and community practitioners on the frontlines of the epidemic.

The IAS organizes the world’s two most prestigious HIV conferences, each convened biennially in alternating years. The International AIDS Conference is the largest conference on any global health or development issue, and provides a unique forum for the intersection of science and advocacy. The IAS Conference on HIV Science brings together a broad cross section of HIV professionals and features the latest HIV science, with a focus on implementation – moving scientific advances into practice.

In addition, the IAS programmes advocate for urgent action to reduce the global impact of HIV, including increased investment in HIV cure research; optimizing treatment and care for infants, children and adolescents with HIV in resource-limited settings; preventing and treating HIV-related co-infections; and expanding access to prevention, treatment and care for key populations at higher risk for HIV – such as men who have sex with men, people who inject drugs, sex workers and transgender individuals – including protecting their human rights by combatting punitive laws and discriminatory policies.

More information on IAS can be found at www.iasociety.org.

Details of Internship:

The intern will be based at the IAS Secretariat in Geneva, Switzerland and will report to the ICT Manager. The internship is full-time to start as soon as possible until 31 August 2018.

Purpose of the Internship:

Under the direct supervision of the ICT (Information Communications Technology) team, the internship will consist of participating in the 22^nd International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2018) ICT onsite Project in interacting with the different project constituents and its suppliers. More information on AIDS 2018 can be found at www.aids2018.org.

Main Responsibilities:

• Supporting staff in the office in their day-to-day tasks (helpdesk, training);
• Supporting ICT administrative tasks (users/mailbox creation, phone line configuration);
• Collecting ICT needs from staff and consultants;
• Supporting the ICT Project Manager, Systems in the daily communication and negotiation with the IT suppliers;
• Helping in budget review and updates based on the effective needs;
• Preparing materials to be shipped to the conference;
• Searching for mobile operator onsite and preparing appropriate documentation for the selection;
• Preparation/optimization of the PC image templates to be deployed in the office for staff and at the conference.

Academic Qualifications:

• Currently studying or recently graduated in Information Technology (BS).

Experience: (previous internships)

• First experience with C#/.NET web technology. .Net MVC would be a plus;
• First experience with AUTOCAD 2011LT or willingness to learn;
• IT Systems / Users Helpdesk;
• Some first exposure to HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment and care issues would be an asset.

Skills/Competencies:

• Acquaintance with Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2/ Windows Server 2012 R2;
• Ability to troubleshoot Microsoft office suite 2010;
• Proficiency with DNS, DHCP, Exchange 2010, Active Directory technologies;
• Sharepoint management or willingness to learn;
• Office 365 management or willingness to learn.

Languages:

• Good written and oral communication skills in English. French would be a plus.

Benefits from this Internship:

The intern can expect to gain skills and experience in the following areas:

• Project Management
• C# / .Net / MVC Technology
• Html5 / Css3 / Javascript
• Scrum / Agile
• Office365
• Jira

Stipend: 2’000 CHF/month gross (full-time).

How to Apply:

This internship is ideally suited to a qualified, motivated and eager-to-learn graduate willing to prepare his/her professional life in challenging and dynamic settings, with high international exposure.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter, in English and by email only, torecruitment@iasociety.org. The applications will be selected on a rolling basis. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Only candidates from Switzerland, from an EU/EFTA country or candidates already having a valid Swiss working permit will be considered.

IAS employees are evidence-based, human rights-focused, inclusive and accountable partners in the HIV response. Candidates should display genuine commitment to IAS values (learn more here).

The IAS is committed to recruiting and sustaining a skilled, effective, diverse and gender-balanced secretariat, and to the greater involvement of people living with HIV (GIPA) in all aspects of its work. People living with or affected by HIV are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the IAS:

Founded in 1988, the International AIDS Society (IAS) is the world's largest association of HIV professionals, with members from more than 180 countries. IAS members work on all fronts of the global response to AIDS, and include researchers, clinicians, policy and programme planners and public health and community practitioners on the frontlines of the epidemic.

The IAS organizes the world’s two most prestigious HIV conferences, each convened biennially in alternating years. The International AIDS Conference is the largest conference on any global health or development issue, and provides a unique forum for the intersection of science and advocacy. The IAS Conference on HIV Science brings together a broad cross section of HIV professionals and features the latest HIV science, with a focus on implementation – moving scientific advances into practice.

In addition, the IAS programmes advocate for urgent action to reduce the global impact of HIV, including increased investment in HIV cure research; optimizing treatment and care for infants, children and adolescents with HIV in resource-limited settings; preventing and treating HIV-related co-infections; and expanding access to prevention, treatment and care for key populations at higher risk for HIV – such as men who have sex with men, people who inject drugs, sex workers and transgender individuals – including protecting their human rights by combatting punitive laws and discriminatory policies.

More information on IAS can be found at www.iasociety.org.

Details of Internship:

The intern will be based at the IAS Secretariat in Geneva, Switzerland. He/she will report to the C&E Manager and will work with the Associate C&E Project Manager responsible for the Volunteers project. The internship is full-time and will last 4.5 months from 1 April 2018 to 15 August 2018.

Purpose of the Internship:

The 22nd International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2018) will be hosted in Amsterdam, Netherlands 23-27 July 2018, under the theme Breaking Barriers Building Bridges. More information on AIDS 2018 can be found at www.aids2018.org.

The intern will be responsible for assisting with the coordination of the Volunteers participating at the AIDS 2018 Conference.

Main Responsibilities:

• Assist with the volunteer recruitment including advertisement, presentations, liaison with universities, schools, communities, etc.
• Help test the volunteer system and application form
• Help manage the volunteer database
• Schedule the volunteers in accordance with their preferences and the needs of the IAS
• Take care of the daily email correspondence and social media communication (Facebook) with the volunteers
• Assist with the volunteer logistics (t-shirts, catering, volunteer party after the conference, etc.)
• Help organize the supervisor selection process (invitation, documents, etc.)
• Help develop a volunteer handbook and any other volunteer documentation (additional material for supervisors, training documents, etc.)
• Help organize the onsite kick-off meeting and training (location, set-up, ppt, handouts, training documents, etc.)
• Sign in and welcome the volunteers onsite, including handing out the t-shirts and badges
• Manage, together with the volunteer supervisors, the time schedules, changes, no- shows, breaks, etc. during the conference
• Prepare and produce Certificates of Appreciation for the volunteers
• Setup an evaluation form after the conference
• Prepare a final report after the conference.

Perform any additional task requested by the C&E Manager.

Academic Qualifications:

• Currently studying or recently graduated in business, events or hospitality management is favorable.

Experience: (previous internships)

• Experience helping organize conferences, seminars, workshops, meetings, or other events
• Experience working with registration or people management systems a plus
• Experience working in an international context.

Skills/Competencies:

· Ability to work independently and an aptitude for multi-tasking

· Attention to detail

· Open-minded and a strong team player

· Strong social and communication skills

· Strong computer skills in the Windows environment (excel, ppt)

· Ability to work under pressure in an international context.

Languages:

• Excellent written and oral English language communication skills.

Benefits from this internship:

The intern can expect to gain skills and experience in the following areas:

· Event organizing and project management

· NGO work and international exposure

· Time management & multitasking

· Recruitment, motivation and onsite management of temporary voluntary staff.

Stipend: 2,000.- CHF/month gross (full time).

How to Apply:

This internship is ideally suited to a qualified, motivated and eager-to-learn graduate willing to prepare his/her professional life in challenging and dynamic settings, with high international exposure.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter, in English and by email only, torecruitment@iasociety.orgby Friday 23 February 2018. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Only candidates from Switzerland, from an EU/EFTA country or candidates already having a valid Swiss working permit will be considered.

IAS employees are evidence-based, human rights-focused, inclusive and accountable partners in the HIV response. Candidates should display genuine commitment to IAS values (learn more here).

The IAS is committed to recruiting and sustaining a skilled, effective, diverse and gender-balanced secretariat, and to the greater involvement of people living with HIV (GIPA) in all aspects of its work. People living with or affected by HIV are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the IAS:

Founded in 1988, the International AIDS Society (IAS) is the world's largest association of HIV professionals, with members from more than 180 countries. IAS members work on all fronts of the global response to AIDS, and include researchers, clinicians, policy and programme planners and public health and community practitioners on the frontlines of the epidemic.

The IAS organizes the world’s two most prestigious HIV conferences, each convened biennially in alternating years. The International AIDS Conference is the largest conference on any global health or development issue, and provides a unique forum for the intersection of science and advocacy. The IAS Conference on HIV Science brings together a broad cross section of HIV professionals and features the latest HIV science, with a focus on implementation – moving scientific advances into practice.

In addition, the IAS programmes advocate for urgent action to reduce the global impact of HIV, including increased investment in HIV cure research; optimizing treatment and care for infants, children and adolescents with HIV in resource-limited settings; preventing and treating HIV-related co-infections; and expanding access to prevention, treatment and care for key populations at higher risk for HIV – such as men who have sex with men, people who inject drugs, sex workers and transgender individuals – including protecting their human rights by combatting punitive laws and discriminatory policies.

More information on IAS can be found at www.iasociety.org.

Details of Employment:

The ICT Project Manager, Systems position will be based in Geneva, Switzerland and report to the ICT Manager. The position is full-time and fixed-term to start as soon as possible for one year.

Purpose of the Position:

The ICT Project Manager, Systems primarily will work on the ICT network, systems, and users’ support of the organization, ensuring the well-functioning of the servers and end users’ computers and devices. The incumbent will backup and work closely with the Senior ICT Project Manager, Systems. The incumbent will take care of the backup strategy and pro-actively raise any issues to the Senior Project Manager, Systems. In addition, the incumbent will be involved in different projects, including supporting the ICT on-site conference project, various technical projects with an ICT component as well as technical resources in other projects.

Main Responsibilities:

ICT Department: Create and implement hardware and software standardization • Manage the ICT Systems RfPs process and contracts • Procure hardware and software • Liaise with ICT systems and Telecommunication suppliers • Assist the Senior ICT Project, Development to configure and support user with all business appliances (reporting, user management, configuration) • Manage the Office365/SharePoint platform.

ICT Helpdesk: Provide support to the ICT team, as the focal point for any technical issues (servers, Exchange, firewall, VMware, SAN, NAS and LAN) • Support IAS staff: helpdesk 1st and 2nd level (Workstations, laptops, printer, credential issues, mobile phone issues etc.) • Maintain and develop internal procedures • Propose solutions to reduce recurring helpdesk requests in a proactive way based on the helpdesk ticketing history • Maintain the systems up to date. This includes ensuring that opened tickets are solved in a timely manner and that back-ups are reliable and easily accessible in case of recovery failure.

ICT Systems: Take part in specification of new systems and functions to ensure that they fit together with existing ICT systems (including evaluating the technical platform, system logic and data storage) • Responsible for the workstation/server installations and maintenance • Maintain and update the hardware inventory including purchasing • Understand the ICT infrastructure with the aim to assist in the evolution of the infrastructure and take appropriate actions • Take care of the backup strategy that includes long term storage of critical data and its day-to-day tasks • Manage the servers’ administration (email, web, database, application, mobile phone, telephone/conferencing systems) • Keep the server and network setup documentation up to date • Manage internal networks, connection to hosting company and Internet connection • Support the necessary means to secure all IAS ICT systems (in collaboration with an external supplier). This includes, but not limited to, managing firewalls, virus protections, antispam filters, security patches, password, and user access levels • Secure functionality, uniformity and consistency.

Perform any additional tasks requested by the ICT Manager and the Director, Finance & Administration.

Academic Qualifications:

• A degree in information technology or a related field is favorable.

Work Experience:

• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar position • Exposure to HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment and care issues is a plus.

Skills/Competencies:

• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Technologies, Windows Servers’ administration (DHCP, AD, DNS, VPN), Microsoft Exchange 2003-2010, Office365, MS-SQL, Juniper appliances such as Firewall SSG140, Fortinet appliances, VMWare VSphere 5, Backup Exec and networking in general • Knowledge in virtualization (VMWare®) or the willingness to learn such new technologies • Strong technical project management skills • Strong oral and written communication skills • Good team player and communicator • Ability to work under pressure and good sense of priority • Strong problem-solving capabilities • First experience with Microsoft.NET web technology would be a plus • Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills • Used to ticketing systems • Readiness to travel at least 2-3 times a year.

Languages:

• Advanced level of technical English, knowledge of other languages is a great asset.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter, in English and by email only, torecruitment@iasociety.org. The applications will be selected on a rolling basis. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Only candidates from Switzerland, from an EU/EFTA country or candidates already having a valid Swiss working permit will be considered.

IAS employees are evidence-based, human rights-focused, inclusive and accountable partners in the HIV response. Candidates should display genuine commitment to IAS values (learn more here).

The IAS is committed to recruiting and sustaining a skilled, effective, diverse and gender-balanced secretariat, and to the greater involvement of people living with HIV (GIPA) in all aspects of its work. People living with or affected by HIV are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the IAS:

Founded in 1988, the International AIDS Society (IAS) is the world's largest association of HIV professionals, with members from more than 180 countries. IAS members work on all fronts of the global response to AIDS, and include researchers, clinicians, policy and programme planners and public health and community practitioners on the frontlines of the epidemic.

The IAS organizes the world’s two most prestigious HIV conferences, each convened biennially in alternating years. The International AIDS Conference is the largest conference on any global health or development issue, and provides a unique forum for the intersection of science and advocacy. The IAS Conference on HIV Science brings together a broad cross section of HIV professionals and features the latest HIV science, with a focus on implementation – moving scientific advances into practice.

In addition, the IAS programmes advocate for urgent action to reduce the global impact of HIV, including increased investment in HIV cure research; optimizing treatment and care for infants, children and adolescents with HIV in resource-limited settings; preventing and treating HIV-related co-infections; and expanding access to prevention, treatment and care for key populations at higher risk for HIV – such as men who have sex with men, people who inject drugs, sex workers and transgender individuals – including protecting their human rights by combatting punitive laws and discriminatory policies.

More information on IAS can be found at www.iasociety.org.

Details of Internship:

The internship is based at the IAS Secretariat in Geneva, Switzerland and will report to the JIAS Executive Editor. The internship is full-time and will last 7 months from 1 April 2018 to 31 October 2018.

Purpose of the Internship:

The JIAS intern will be responsible for supporting the editorial process of JIAS, in particular coordinating publication of special issues.

The Journal of the International AIDS Society (JIAS) is an online, scientific journal serving the dissemination of essential and innovative HIV-related research. JIAS has an Impact Factor of 6.296 (2016 Journal Citation Report® Science Edition - a Clarivate Analytics product) and ranks 6th out of 84 “Infectious diseases” journals and 22nd out of 150 “Immunology” journals. As a peer-reviewed, open access journal JIAS publishes articles from various disciplines and including thematic supplements, as well as encourages contributions from regions most affected by the epidemic.

JIAS is actively involved in capacity building of less-experienced authors offering professional development opportunities such as workshops and online courses.

More information on JIAS can be found at www.jiasociety.org.

Main Responsibilities:

• Supporting the editorial workflow, for example by helping to coordinate and expedite the online peer review process;
• Providing administrative, logistics and clerical support as needed, for example by maintaining the journals electronic file system and database;
• Supporting the coordination of special issues, including agreements with external partners and suppliers and maintaining timelines;
• Supporting the organization of meetings;
• Promoting the journal through social media and other communication channels.

Academic Qualifications:

• Currently studying or recently graduated in a scientific discipline is required.

Experience:

• One-year general office/work experience would be advantageous;
• Experiences in scientific or academic writing are desired;
• Experience in desk literature research are desired;
• Professional experience in editorial work and publishing would be advantageous;
• Experience in the HIV field would be advantageous.

Skills/Competencies:

• Meticulous attention to detail;
• Excellent computer skills in the Windows environment (particularly Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Powerpoint, Endnote, Publisher);
• Excellent written and editing skills;
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to track multiple projects or activities at any one time;
• Proficiency to search and extract information from scientific literature databases (e.g. PubMed) a plus.

Languages:

• Excellent command of written and oral English.

Benefits from this internship:

The intern can expect to gain skills and experience in the following areas:

• Getting an insight into scientific publishing;
• Gaining skills in literature-based research and scientific writing;
• Acquiring experience in project management and evaluation.

Stipend: 2,000.- CHF/month gross (full time).

How to apply:

This internship is ideally suited to a qualified, motivated and eager-to-learn graduate willing to prepare his/her professional life in challenging and dynamic settings, with high international exposure.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter, in English and by email only, torecruitment@iasociety.orgby Friday 9 March 2018. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Only candidates from Switzerland, from an EU/EFTA country or candidates already having a valid Swiss working permit will be considered.

IAS employees are evidence-based, human rights-focused, inclusive and accountable partners in the HIV response. Candidates should display genuine commitment to IAS values (learn more here).

The IAS is committed to recruiting and sustaining a skilled, effective, diverse and gender-balanced secretariat, and to the greater involvement of people living with HIV (GIPA) in all aspects of its work. People living with or affected by HIV are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the IAS:

Founded in 1988, the International AIDS Society (IAS) is the world's largest association of HIV professionals, with members from more than 180 countries. IAS members work on all fronts of the global response to AIDS, and include researchers, clinicians, policy and programme planners and public health and community practitioners on the frontlines of the epidemic.

The IAS organizes the world’s two most prestigious HIV conferences, each convened biennially in alternating years. The International AIDS Conference is the largest conference on any global health or development issue, and provides a unique forum for the intersection of science and advocacy. The IAS Conference on HIV Science brings together a broad cross section of HIV professionals and features the latest HIV science, with a focus on implementation – moving scientific advances into practice.

In addition, the IAS programmes advocate for urgent action to reduce the global impact of HIV, including increased investment in HIV cure research; optimizing treatment and care for infants, children and adolescents with HIV in resource-limited settings; preventing and treating HIV-related co-infections; and expanding access to prevention, treatment and care for key populations at higher risk for HIV – such as men who have sex with men, people who inject drugs, sex workers and transgender individuals – including protecting their human rights by combatting punitive laws and discriminatory policies.

More information on IAS can be found at www.iasociety.org.

Details of Employment:

The Lead Advisor (Co-infections), position in the HIV Programmes and Advocacy department will be based in Geneva, Switzerland and report to the Director, HIV Programmes & Advocacy. The position is open-ended and full-time as start as soon as possible.

Purpose of the Position:

The IAS HIV Programmes and Advocacy department works to promote the implementation of evidence-informed and human rights-based strategies for improving the lives of people living with and most vulnerable to acquiring HIV. The Lead Advisor of the TB portfolio will build and lead IAS’s work on TB with a focus on co-infection and address policy, research and structural barriers that impede uptake of and access to comprehensive integrated services.

This position will form a critical part of the IAS HIV Co-infections and Co-Morbidities (HCC) portfolio which works to advance research, advocate for sound policies that allow equitable access to care, and remove structural barriers in at least three areas: HIV/HCV co-infection, HIV/TB co‑infection and HIV/NCDs co-morbidity. HCC recognizes synergies as well as overlapping populations and service delivery needs across these diverse disease areas. In addition, this position will support work across a number of programme areas including on differentiated care that works to increase the scale up of differentiated service delivery to improve access to and quality of care services for people living with HIV. As part of this, the IAS seeks to extend the platform to support enabling policies for differentiating care for people living with HIV who are clinically unstable or have comorbid tuberculosis (TB).

The incumbent will lead the development and implementation of activities in the TB/HIV service delivery and broader co‑infection area. This work may cover the following three areas:

• Political commitment

Strengthening political commitment to and policies for TB/HIV co‑infection

• Research and science

Addressing mission critical TB/HIV operational, implementation and service integration research gaps

• Awareness and stigma

Raising TB awareness among the HIV community and addressing TB stigma.

Main Responsibilities:

Programmatic and technical direction:

• Lead the IAS work in the TB/HIV co-infection area, including developing clear strategic and operational plans for programme execution and identifying new opportunities for IAS to add value and maximize impact

• Represent the IAS in relevant TB and TB/HIV meetings, maintaining appropriate bi‑directional communication with key IAS partners in the TB field to ensure IAS’s global capabilities are being fully leveraged on-the-ground and vice-versa

• Develop and implement TB/HIV co-infection programmatic activities and campaigns (including work plans for differentiated service delivery for TB/HIV co-infected people)

• Promote and strengthen approaches towards aligned TB and HIV service integration

• Develop and maintain up-to-date expertise in TB products, markets and trends – including in the TB vaccine field

• Strengthen and expand the partnerships with relevant TB-focussed organisations, United Nations agencies and donors

• Prepare and update project work plans, concept notes, funding proposals and budgets; contribute to outline development and writing of publications; and develop evaluation surveys and reports

• Lead and support fundraising efforts by seeking new donor relationships and creative funding opportunities, and develop additional funding proposals

Advocacy

• Develop and implement advocacy strategies, at global, regional and national levels, to advance the organizations advocacy goals on TB/HIV co-infection and service delivery

• Support the IAS in designing and implementing advocacy strategies with key targets through participation in meetings and the development of policy briefs and statements

• Create content, with input from other technical staff in the IAS HIV Programmes and Advocacy team

• Build relationships with allies (e.g., networks of people living with HIV and TB, civil society, governments, NGOs, humanitarian actors).

The incumbent may also develop other co-infections initiatives outside of TB.

Perform any additional tasks as requested by the Director, HIV Programmes & Advocacy.

Academic Qualifications:

• An advanced university degree in biomedical sciences, medical sciences, health sciences, public health, international development or other relevant field.

Work Experience:

• At least 5 to 8 years’ experience in a similar management position and a background in global health including TB required

• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing HIV/TB strategies and service delivery integration

• Experience in building and managing successful relationships with a diversity of stakeholders including members of governments, pharmaceutical companies, NGOs, and/or multi‐lateral organizations

• Experience in project management: including budgets and work plans, management of large grants and coordination of consortiums

• Team management experience a plus

• Experience in scientific research and academic writing and publishing advantageous

• Experience working in Africa and/or South Asia a strong plus.

Skills/Competencies:

• Excellent knowledge of the different aspects of the TB response and their interplay, preferably in an international context (equivalent knowledge of HIV, HCV , NCDs and/or STIs a plus)
• Knowledge of TB surveillance, modelling, cost-effectiveness and analytics a plus
• Strong stakeholder management and team management skills
• Excellent business-oriented oral and written communication skills
• Highly organized, systematic and with strong analytical skills
• Creative and out of the box thinker, with demonstrated track record of problem‐solving/seeking solutions to challenges
• Flexible with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work independently
• Applied understanding of matrix management principles
• Sense of diplomacy, cross-cultural interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently, self-motivate, and propose and implement strategic new initiatives in uncertain and evolving environments
• Ability to travel internationally.

Languages:

• Advanced level of spoken and written English
• Knowledge of other UN languages an asset.

How to Apply:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter, in English and by email only, torecruitment@iasociety.org. The applications will be selected on a rolling basis. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Only candidates from Switzerland, from an EU/EFTA country or candidates already having a valid Swiss working permit will be considered.

IAS employees are evidence-based, human rights-focused, inclusive and accountable partners in the HIV response. Candidates should display genuine commitment to IAS values (learn more here).

The IAS is committed to recruiting and sustaining a skilled, effective, diverse and gender-balanced secretariat, and to the greater involvement of people living with HIV (GIPA) in all aspects of its work. People living with or affected by HIV are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the IAS:

Founded in 1988, the International AIDS Society (IAS) is the world's largest association of HIV professionals, with members from more than 180 countries. IAS members work on all fronts of the global response to AIDS, and include researchers, clinicians, policy and programme planners and public health and community practitioners on the frontlines of the epidemic.

The IAS organizes the world’s two most prestigious HIV conferences, each convened biennially in alternating years. The International AIDS Conference is the largest conference on any global health or development issue, and provides a unique forum for the intersection of science and advocacy. The IAS Conference on HIV Science brings together a broad cross section of HIV professionals and features the latest HIV science, with a focus on implementation – moving scientific advances into practice.

In addition, the IAS programmes advocate for urgent action to reduce the global impact of HIV, including increased investment in HIV cure research; optimizing treatment and care for infants, children and adolescents with HIV in resource-limited settings; preventing and treating HIV-related co-infections; and expanding access to prevention, treatment and care for key populations at higher risk for HIV – such as men who have sex with men, people who inject drugs, sex workers and transgender individuals – including protecting their human rights by combatting punitive laws and discriminatory policies.

More information on IAS can be found at www.iasociety.org.

Details of Employment:

The Team Assistant position will be based in Geneva, Switzerland and report to the Conference Programme Manager. The position is open-ended and full-time to start as soon as possible.

Purpose of the Position:

The Team Assistant will provide administrative and logistic support to the Conference Departments; and will also provide administrative support to the Director, Conference and the Director, Resource Mobilization and Development.

This position is 80% administrative – taking minutes, drafting and sending invitation letters, processing reimbursements, arranging travel, and organizing meetings; it is 20% project management – supporting the conference team on event management and side projects. An overview of the main tasks is listed below.

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, coordination and follow up of committee meetings (Conference Coordinating Committee, Conference Advisory Committee, Future Conferences Working Group, etc.): venue search, prepare agenda, arrange participant travel, accommodation and meeting logistics, take minutes, follow up on action points from the meetings, arrange reimbursements and payments
• Provide support to the conference partners, including committee members, Governing Council members, etc., coordinating registration, accommodation and flights to attend the conference
• Organize and take minutes for the weekly project team meetings
• Coordinate the department updates for monthly project updates/summaries
• Manage the info box for AIDS and IAS conferences
• Coordinate the collation of the post-conference project reports
• Manage the technology for all relevant teleconferences and in-person meetings
• Organize travel for department staff as requested
• Perform administrative tasks for the Director, Conference and the Director, Resource Mobilization and Development which include travel arrangements, expenses claims and occasionally schedule meetings
• Manage the Affiliated Independent Event project: testing the system, accepting/rejecting submissions and being the focal point for event organizers
• Provide support for the Rapporteur project
• Assist in the arrangements of the follow-the-participant meeting and any follow up meeting
• Produce various useful documents for the conference team, like the IAS staff planning guide and a ‘who-does-what’ list
• Support the Director, Conference in monitoring the conference budget; detailed tracking of meeting expenditures required
• Perform tasks for the C&E team as requested
• Coordinate and collaborate with other assistants to facilitate good communication, help coordinate joint projects; serve as backup for other assistants as needed.

Perform any additional tasks requested by the Conference Programme Manager.

Academic Qualifications:

• A degree in business, events or hospitality management, or a related field is favorable.

Work Experience:

• A least 2 years’ experience in an administrative or support position
• Experience in working with meetings or events, a plus
• Experience working for international organizations or abroad, a plus.

Skills/Competencies:

• Well organized and systematic, with attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and handle many tasks simultaneously with limited supervision
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure, meet deadlines and occasionally work overtime
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Excellent computer skills in the Windows environment (MS Office, Outlook)
• Familiarity with teleconferencing services (Webex) a plus.

Languages:

• Fluent in English, knowledge of other languages is an asset.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter, in English and by email only, torecruitment@iasociety.orgby Friday 1 June 2018. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Only candidates from Switzerland, from an EU/EFTA country or candidates already having a valid Swiss working permit will be considered.

IAS employees are evidence-based, human rights-focused, inclusive and accountable partners in the HIV response. Candidates should display genuine commitment to IAS values (learn more here).

The IAS is committed to recruiting and sustaining a skilled, effective, diverse and gender-balanced secretariat, and to the greater involvement of people living with HIV (GIPA) in all aspects of its work. People living with or affected by HIV are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the IAS:

Founded in 1988, the International AIDS Society (IAS) is the world's largest association of HIV professionals, with members from more than 180 countries. IAS members work on all fronts of the global response to AIDS, and include researchers, clinicians, policy and programme planners and public health and community practitioners on the frontlines of the epidemic.

The IAS organizes the world’s two most prestigious HIV conferences, each convened biennially in alternating years. The International AIDS Conference is the largest conference on any global health or development issue, and provides a unique forum for the intersection of science and advocacy. The IAS Conference on HIV Science brings together a broad cross section of HIV professionals and features the latest HIV science, with a focus on implementation – moving scientific advances into practice.

In addition, the IAS programmes advocate for urgent action to reduce the global impact of HIV, including increased investment in HIV cure research; optimizing treatment and care for infants, children and adolescents with HIV in resource-limited settings; preventing and treating HIV-related co-infections; and expanding access to prevention, treatment and care for key populations at higher risk for HIV – such as men who have sex with men, people who inject drugs, sex workers and transgender individuals – including protecting their human rights by combatting punitive laws and discriminatory policies.

More information on IAS can be found at www.iasociety.org.

Details of Internship:

The IAS Educational Fund & Member Relations Intern will be based at the IAS Secretariat in Geneva, Switzerland and will report to the Director, Governance & Member Relations. The internship is full-time and will last 5 months from 1 September 2018 to 31 January 2019.

Purpose of the Internship:

The IAS Educational Fund & Member Relations Intern will support the Governance & Member Relations and IAS Educational Fund teams in the day-to-day activities. These activities include preparing for meetings and exhibitions; assisting in the preparations for the 2018 IAS Governing Council retreat; and supporting membership related activities, including recruitment, retention and re-engagement efforts.

Main Responsibilities:

• Support the planning of IAS Educational Fund workshops, symposia and experts/implementers meetings in selected countries:

• meeting logistics
• coordination of meeting material
• meeting evaluations

• Provide support to membership campaigns, including recruitment, retention and re-engagement efforts, as well as the #IASONEVOICE campaign:

• background research/benchmarking
• data sourcing and cleaning
• transcribing audio/video files

• Prepare for the team’s participation in the HIV Drug Therapy congress on 28-31 October 2018:

• exhibition logistics
• member outreach prior to the congress

• Assist in the preparations for the 2018 IAS Governing Council retreat in Geneva on 3-5 December 2018:

• preparation of meeting material
• onsite support

• Correspond with IAS Members on a daily basis by email/phone, and follow-up on requests

• Prepare statistics/reports/presentations for meetings, as required

Perform any additional tasks as requested by the Director, Governance & Member Relations.

Academic Qualifications:

• Currently studying or recently graduated in social science, public health, development, international relations or a related field is favorable. Candidates expressing a keen interest in this area of work will also be considered.

Experience: (previous internships)

• Experience in administration, project management, marketing and event organization a plus.
• Experience working in a culturally diverse environment a plus.

Skills/Competencies:

• Highly organized and systematic, with meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to digest and summarize large amounts of information
• Strong time management skills, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently, and have an aptitude for multi-tasking
• Strong diplomatic skills and customer service attitude
• Advanced computer skills in the Windows environment (particularly Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Eager to learn and have a hands-on attitude.

Languages:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English (other languages a plus).

Benefits from this internship:

The intern can expect to gain skills and experience in the following areas:

• Event planning
• Member relations
• Relationship building
• Business communications
• Database management
Stipend: 2’000.- CHF/month gross (full time).

This internship is ideally suited to a qualified, motivated and eager-to-learn graduate willing to prepare his/her professional life in challenging and dynamic settings, with high international exposure.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter, in English and by email only, to recruitment@iasociety.org by Wednesday, 27 June 2018. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Only candidates from Switzerland, from an EU/EFTA country or candidates already having a valid Swiss working permit will be considered.

IAS employees are evidence-based, human rights-focused, inclusive and accountable partners in the HIV response. Candidates should display genuine commitment to IAS values (learn more here).

The IAS is committed to recruiting and sustaining a skilled, effective, diverse and gender-balanced secretariat, and to the greater involvement of people living with HIV (GIPA) in all aspects of its work. People living with or affected by HIV are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the IAS:

Founded in 1988, the International AIDS Society (IAS) is the world's largest association of HIV professionals, with members from more than 180 countries. IAS members work on all fronts of the global response to AIDS, and include researchers, clinicians, policy and programme planners and public health and community practitioners on the frontlines of the epidemic.

The IAS organizes the world’s two most prestigious HIV conferences, each convened biennially in alternating years. The International AIDS Conference is the largest conference on any global health or development issue, and provides a unique forum for the intersection of science and advocacy. The IAS Conference on HIV Science brings together a broad cross section of HIV professionals and features the latest HIV science, with a focus on implementation – moving scientific advances into practice.

In addition, the IAS programmes advocate for urgent action to reduce the global impact of HIV, including increased investment in HIV cure research; optimizing treatment and care for infants, children and adolescents with HIV in resource-limited settings; preventing and treating HIV-related co-infections; and expanding access to prevention, treatment and care for key populations at higher risk for HIV – such as men who have sex with men, people who inject drugs, sex workers and transgender individuals – including protecting their human rights by combatting punitive laws and discriminatory policies.

More information on IAS can be found at www.iasociety.org.

Details of Employment:

The Director, HIV Programmes and Advocacy position will be based in Geneva, Switzerland and report to the IAS Executive Director. The position is open-ended and full-time to start in Q1 2019.

Purpose of the Position:

The IAS HIV Programmes and Advocacy department works to promote the implementation of evidence-informed and human rights-based strategies for improving the lives of people living with and most vulnerable to acquiring HIV. Through its various programmes, the department harnesses research, shapes the evidence base and amplifies the voices of affected communities to influence policy across the HIV prevention to care continuum. To do this, the department undertakes advocacy, supports capacity building, and engages in collaborative partnerships across the IAS and with organizations, civil society and, communities around the world.

The IAS HIV Programmes and Advocacy department seeks to inspire and facilitate collective action across three strategic domains:

1. Policy: Influence global and national HIV policy and bridge gaps between the HIV response and the broader integrated health landscape

2. Research: Inspire HIV research targeting scientific gaps that link research to strategic programme priorities

3. Structural barriers: Instigate action to remove structural barriers and address human rights violations that inhibit access to and uptake of comprehensive HIV services for selected populations and communities.

Across its work, the IAS HIV Programmes and Advocacy department maintains a focus on three cross-cutting issues: human rights, gender and youth. Each of the department’s programmes seeks to deliberately incorporate these issues into its activities and engage relevant communities and partners to inform its work.

The Director, HIV Programmes and Advocacy, is a key senior position based in the International AIDS Society (IAS) Secretariat in Geneva, Switzerland. The incumbent will be responsible for all of the Secretariat’s HIV programmatic and advocacy work, ensuring it reflects the needs and priorities of IAS members. The position holder will be responsible for overseeing a large team of HIV professionals, developing operational plans that reflect the IAS’ organizational strategy, and representing the IAS with partners.

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of strategic priorities for the IAS that support and operationalize the Secretariat’s organizational strategy as well as the department operational strategy
• Identify, as needed, any additional programme areas to which the IAS should strategically lend its voice
• Identify urgent advocacy priorities related to the HIV workforce and implement efforts to connect IAS members with the organization’s key programmatic priorities
• Serve as a senior spokesperson and thought leader for the IAS on the importance of HIV science and its implementation globally
• Act as a senior technical resource for developing and implementing IAS meetings and conferences
• Work with the Executive Director and Governing Council to identify priority areas for IAS involvement, develop plans to address those areas, and implement high-quality, scientifically sound programmes
• Manage a multi-disciplinary and diverse team across geographic locations, ensuring excellence in delivery and effective relationships with internal and external partners
• Develop and manage relationships with existing and potential new partners for IAS’ programmatic and advocacy work
• Work with the Director of Communications to ensure that the IAS advocacy messages reflect the current debates and trends while remaining grounded in robust science
• Work with the Director of Resource Mobilization & Development to identify new business opportunities and secure funding for IAS’ HIV programmes and advocacy.

Perform any additional tasks requested by the Executive Director.

Academic Qualifications:

• An advanced degree in public health or life sciences is a minimum; a terminal degree in public health, life sciences, or medicine is preferred.

Work Experience:

• At least 8 to 10 years of proven experience in programmatic development for HIV pertaining to public health implementation, academic research, and /or advocacy
• Proven experience in programme design, implementation and monitoring
• Proven experience in team and budget management.
• A track record of working across a range of HIV thematic areas and disciplines

Skills/Competencies:

• Excellent knowledge of HIV research and science as well as an understanding of the regulatory and normative processes that guide HIV policy implementation worldwide
• Strategic and analytical thinking combined with the ability to translate member priorities into concrete, relevant programmes and advocacy
• A track record of achievement and leadership in the field and an active network among the partners of IAS
• Ability to inspire and engage with a wide range of relevant audiences; personal presence; excellent influencing skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, maturity, good judgment
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment with a dynamic range of people and to manage for results across teams and hierarchies
• Strong people management skills; demonstrated ability to successfully supervise and mentor staff
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively to external and internal deadlines.

Languages:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with full professional fluency in English. Additional languages are an asset.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter, in English and by email only, torecruitment@iasociety.orgby Friday 31 August 2018. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The interviews will be conducted mid-September 2018.

Only candidates from Switzerland, from an EU/EFTA country or candidates already having a valid Swiss working permit will be considered.

IAS employees are evidence-based, human rights-focused, inclusive and accountable partners in the HIV response. Candidates should display genuine commitment to IAS values (learn more here).

The IAS is committed to recruiting and sustaining a skilled, effective, diverse and gender-balanced secretariat, and to the greater involvement of people living with HIV (GIPA) in all aspects of its work. People living with or affected by HIV are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the IAS:

Founded in 1988, the International AIDS Society (IAS) is the world's largest association of HIV professionals, with members from more than 180 countries. IAS members work on all fronts of the global response to AIDS, and include researchers, clinicians, policy and programme planners and public health and community practitioners on the frontlines of the epidemic.

The IAS organizes the world’s two most prestigious HIV conferences, each convened biennially in alternating years. The International AIDS Conference is the largest conference on any global health or development issue, and provides a unique forum for the intersection of science and advocacy. The IAS Conference on HIV Science brings together a broad cross section of HIV professionals and features the latest HIV science, with a focus on implementation – moving scientific advances into practice.

In addition, the IAS programmes advocate for urgent action to reduce the global impact of HIV, including increased investment in HIV cure research; optimizing treatment and care for infants, children and adolescents with HIV in resource-limited settings; preventing and treating HIV-related co-infections; and expanding access to prevention, treatment and care for key populations at higher risk for HIV – such as men who have sex with men, people who inject drugs, sex workers and transgender individuals – including protecting their human rights by combatting punitive laws and discriminatory policies.

More information on IAS can be found at www.iasociety.org.

About AIDS 2020:

San Francisco, California, in partnership with Oakland, will host the 23rd International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2020). This is 30 years after the event was held there at the height of the epidemic in the United States. AIDS 2020 will take place on 6-10 July 2020 and is expected to bring together more than 15,000 participants from around the world.

More information on AIDS 2020 can be found at www.aids2020.org.

Details of Employment:

The Head of Local Office (HLO) position will be based in San Francisco, California and report to the Director, Conference based in Geneva, Switzerland. The position is full-time and fixed-term to start from 1 October 2018 to 31 October 2020.

Purpose of the Position:

The HLO will oversee the administration of the 23rd International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2020) local office in San Francisco. S/He will manage its various activities around the preparation of AIDS 2020 in San Francisco/Oakland. The HLO’s leadership will be crucial in ensuring an efficient, proactive collaboration with the IAS office based in Geneva. S/He will supervise all local employees on a day-to-day basis and will ensure the smooth coordination of the local office’s activities. All activities will be undertaken in cooperation with the AIDS 2020 respective responsible based in Geneva (i.e. Fundraising, Congress & Exhibition (C&E), Conference Programme, Communications, Finance and/or Human Resources).

The AIDS 2020 local office in San Francisco will start with a small number of employees in 2019 (3-5 people) and will increase to approx. 10-20 people closer to the conference.

Main Responsibilities:

Set up and manage the AIDS 2020 local office following the principles of the IAS

• Support the conference in developing strong relationships with local and regional partners; identify new partners as needed
• Oversee the management, general administration and reporting of the local office
• Hire staff in consultation with the respective line managers from the Geneva office: manage local human resources in collaboration with the HR Manager; coordinate the full work cycle from hiring to exit for all local employees - identify targeted local job boards where job advertisements can be published; screen selected candidates; organize interviews and serve as the first point of contact for local candidates; prepare contracts and employee administrative set-up (social benefits, insurances, contract templates); build a welcome pack/process and make sure new hires have all information and material needed to start smoothly
• Line manage a team of local operational staff, up to ~20 pax
• Ensure the organizational principles of diversity and social responsibility are implemented
• Propose and facilitate adequate internal processes to maximize information exchange, internal communication and good working spirit within the local office and between the local office and the Geneva office
• Ensure that all timelines are respected and all persons affected by timeline adjustments are notified in advance
• Support relations with conference chairs, local and regional partners and AIDS 2020 governing bodies. Support the organization of all committees’ meetings and workshops
• Develop a local office Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) plan.

Work with AIDS 2020 local office budget, payments, bookkeeping and financial reporting

• Manage the AIDS 2020 local office budget line within the AIDS 2020 budget
• Prepare updates on the local office budget prior to the Conference Coordinating Committee meetings
• Assist the Director, Finance & Administration to source out an accounting & payroll company and law firm
• Assist the appointed law firm to re-establish the IAS local legal entity
• Register for employee withholding tax, social security, disability insurance, PAYE or PAYG, etc.
• Assist the Director, Finance & Administration to open a business banking account if needed
• Liaise with the local accounting firm and ensure all relevant data are carefully documented according to local regulations for bookkeeping/audit purposes
• Ensure the transparency of financial conference reporting and accountability to donors in coordination with the Director, Resource Mobilization & Development and the Director, Finance & Administration
• Identify all appropriate office insurances and deal with local insurance companies.

Work with external stakeholders

• Establish, build and maintain productive relationships with local, national, municipal and international organizations including, but not limited to the Departments of Health, Home Affairs, Tourism, the City of San Francisco/Oakland, the UN Joint Programme representatives, public/private initiatives, research organizations, governments and civil society organizations, etc.
• Map all relevant national and local stakeholders and devise strategies for accomplishing the goals of the conference
• Keep abreast of all current political trends and suggest proactive strategies for handling political issues that arise
• Participate on the local support committee called the Bay Area Loves 2020
• Coordinate local working groups on specific issues such as immigration as needed
• Serve as the main representative at all external stakeholder meetings as needed
• Prepare presentations and updates for the Conference Coordinating Committee meetings
• Ensure that key players, opinion leaders and stakeholders are engaged and informed about AIDS 2020
• Ensure all appropriate staff are kept regularly informed and updated on discussions and activities.

Support fundraising

• In coordination with the Director, Resource Mobilization & Development and a local fundraising officer to be hired in 2019 support fundraising from US sources through identification of potential donors and sponsors and high-level engagement.

Encourage staff to develop strong knowledge of issues related to HIV

• Support staff development by cultivating an office atmosphere that engages staff in the HIV response and sourcing educational opportunities.

Perform any additional tasks relating to the preparation of the conference as determined by the Director, Conference or the Executive Director or their designee.

Academic Qualifications:

• An advanced degree in international relations, social science, political sciences, public health or other relevant discipline or comparable years of experience in the field.

Work Experience:

• Solid management experience of 5-8 years: ability to recruit and hire staff, develop and implement efficient internal processes, and develop positive relationships with employees
• Experience in managing multicultural teams
• Experience in fundraising, business development, and relationship cultivation and management
• Experience in managing budgets of up to 1 million USD.

Skills/Competencies:

• Familiarity with the local political landscape and political and administrative processes, geography, customs, regulations and reporting requirements
• Strong networks with relevant organizations in the Bay Area
• Ability to prepare and present complex presentations to large groups of internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to drive towards consensus in complex stakeholder settings
• Advanced project management and strong team management skills
• Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills
• Strong knowledge of HIV and HIV-related issues
• Good knowledge of bookkeeping and financial reporting requirements
• Good knowledge of the International AIDS Conference and its partners.

Languages:

• Full fluency in English (oral and written) is required
• Advanced level proficiency in Spanish is beneficial.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter, in English and by email only, torecruitment@iasociety.orgby Friday 3 August 2018. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Only candidates from the US or candidates already having a valid US work visa will be considered.

IAS employees are evidence-based, human rights-focused, inclusive and accountable partners in the HIV response. Candidates should display genuine commitment to IAS values (learn more here).

The IAS is committed to recruiting and sustaining a skilled, effective, diverse and gender-balanced secretariat, and to the greater involvement of people living with HIV (GIPA) in all aspects of its work. People living with or affected by HIV are strongly encouraged to apply.