Ideally located within minutes of downtown St. Petersburg, our family atmosphere provides a work environment just as unique as our skilled team...which is the reason why Edward White Hospital is currently ranked #1 in our entire HCA network for Employee Satisfaction! Make excellence your goal by joining our family of hospitals. To learn more and to apply, go to company website . EOE

Qualifications:
Required Job Qualifications include:
Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.B.S. or M.S. in Physical Therapy.State licensure as a Physical Therapist.Current certification as a BLS Healthcare Provider (American Heart Association).Customer service abilities including effective listening skills.Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast paced environment.Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting of patients and/or equipment up to 50 pounds.

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St. Petersburg, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia

Anna Kolesnichenko has over five years of experience in the non-profit sector in Russia and abroad. In 2008, she obtained a Specialist's Degree in Social Psychology and a Master's Degree in English Translation. In 2010, Anna graduated from the International Studies Master programme of Saint-Petersburg State University with a focus on European Societies. In 2010, Anna interned with an Italian NGO where she provided psychological expertise and psychotherapy for child victims of commercial sexual exploitation. In 2011 Anna worked in “Creat Game Studio Inc.” in St. Petersburg, where she conducted socio-psychological analysis of social game projects which opened new perspectives in her further career. In March, 2011 Anna has been honoured to be selected by the international network of non-profit leaders - Atlas Service Corps, Inc. to serve in head quarters of International Centre for Missing and Exploited Children in Washington, DC.

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We work across Europe with market leading medical ,healthcare and pharma related businesses to find the best clinical and scientific talent for their organisations. Since our inception in 2000 we have provided high... full descr. » calibre staff to our clients and customers and are famed for our ability to quickly fill vacancies requiring highly skilled people. Our core expertise lies in filling difficult to recruit roles and in mobilising candidates across Europe to meet your needs. We are large enough to deliver large scale recruitment projects across Europe, but small enough to offer unrivalled flexibility in the solutions we can offer. If you are looking for an agency that can provide you with the best clinical project managers, senior regulatory affairs managers and other high calibre talent for your business, your search ends here.

Clinical Research Associate Job/ CRA Job Russia

The Clinical Research Associate (CRA) is responsible for monitoring all types of clinical trials; assures adherence to Good Clinical Practices, investigator integrity, and compliance with all study procedures.
Our client is a global CRO providing services to the biotech & pharma industries all over the world. They have played a key role to accelerate time to market, control development costs, reduce risk and maximize return on investment. We currently have a CRA job in Russia for an experienced CRA to join the team
Within a highly qualified team you will monitor clinical studies in phases I - IV. You will be responsible for the identification, qualification and initiation of investigators and their sites. You will supervise study conduct according to GCP requirements and all applicable laws.

Qualifications
- Education in Life Sciences Degree, Pharmacy or Medicine
- 1-2 years previous experience as CRA within a CRO, pharma, Biotech or device company
- Fluent English and Russian
- Excellent communication skills
- A full clean drivers license

Benefits
We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Application Process
please send your CV + cover letter quoting CRA Jobs in Russia

Email pharma@resourcing.uk.com

Tel : 0044 207 843 2410

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Ufa, Bashkortostan, Respublika, Russia

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MDM has been developing activities in Chechnya since the First War, which opposed federal Russian law enforcement forces and Chechen rebel movements. Since 1995 and until March 2009, MDM implemented several types of programs, almost continuously: war surgery, primary health care, mental health, drug supplying.

?fter years of war the security situation has improved, although the region is still very unstable and risks of terrorist attacks or kidnapping (mainly of Chechen people) still exist. However the social and economical situation still is very poor and the authorities highly corrupted.

Consequences of the war on the health system are problematic for the population, in particular women. Indeed since bombings have stopped and security conditions improved, birth rate is continuously increasing, in a context of lack of appropriate infrastructure and where medical personnel is not sufficient, and skilled.

During past years of activities, MDM has developed a solid and reliable network of first rank doctors (« feldchers ») from rural health centers (« FAP ») in mountainous regions of Vedeno and Nojay Yurt regions particularly affected during the war. Relying on this network, MDM proposes to develop a reproductive health project focusing on : - reinforcement of medical personnel competences, in particular gynecologists, midwives and feldchers - health education for women on reproductive health issues.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the General Coordinator, the Medical Coordinator will provide technical support to the Chechnya mission in order to ensure the quality of health needs assessment, medical contents of information tools, trainings and workshops curricula, and monitoring tools.

More specifically, the Medical Coordinator will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Needs assessment and collection of information on local context o Conduct a qualitative analysis of the main health problems of beneficiary population, based on interviews/observations/focus group with health professionals and patients, available data and reports of the health authorities or international organizations etc.; o Collect information on sexual and reproductive health in Chechnya o Mapping and assessing the capacity and the quality of medical assistance available in the regions of Vedeno and Nojay Yurt (women care, drug supplying)

• Finalizing the project logical frame In cooperation with the Medical consultant o Based on the needs assessment, refining the project objectives, expected results and activities o Defining the baseline and targets for each indicators and settle a monitoring plan

• Preparation of trainings and workshops In cooperation with Medical consultant : o Elaborating medical trainings curricula for targeted medical staff o Elaborating health education workshops’ curricula o Elaborating information tools for medical trainings and health education workshops for women

• Support to local staff o Supporting the mission team in the implementation of medical activities and the use of elaborated tools and co-lead the first cycle of medical training and workshop with project and field Medical consultant. oIf necessary providing support and training to Project coordinator and Medical consultant

• Advocacy o Supporting the General Coordinator in the identification of advocacy goals in the field of reproductive health and in the elaboration of advocacy strategies and actions

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Starting: ASAP Duration: 5 months (renewable) Contract: VOLUNTEER (French law) Monthly allowance: 915 euros / months (+ perdiem) Full time

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED: Gynecologist or midwife’s diploma Overall professional experience as a practitioner Experience in health education Previous experience in an international humanitarian mission desirable Previous experience in reproductive health humanitarian programs an asset

Languages: Fluent French (oral and written) mandatory English and Russian are an asset

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Posted by: Intern volunteer IRFF MD

St . Petersburg, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia

International Volunteer Academy www.volunteeracademy.blogspot.com is dedicated to enhancing the lives of the people (happy people–happy world) by implementing educational, investment, charity and development programs, creating various community service and development projects, providing health care services to those who need it.

Currently we are looking for youth and partners worldwide.

Volunteer Academy relies on the efforts of interns and volunteers to make its programs to work for good and therefore we are very flexible and easy to work with. Having 14 years + experience we are looking for people with strong written and verbal communication skills with an interest in international relations, social enterprise development, peace building, fundraising, NGOs or simple to have fun and travel.

Groups of any size are also welcome.

Interning or volunteering is unpaid work but you will gain a lot of precious knowledge and experience for your life. Volunteer Academy is able to arrange housing accommodations and provide you with various cultural excursions and experiences. Also by request we could organize business, study, scientific, research, student exchange, youth exchange, schools exchange, medical, religious, visiting holly places, history, wine, food, natural fruits and vegetables, rural, ecologic etc. programs and tours.

We do, however, ask for a one time donation of 40 Euros + local fees (local fees differ from country to country and program to program but are the cheapest in the world) to cover the administration costs of arranging your placement.

COUNTRIES AND PLACEMENTS:

1. 1. Moldova self care Internship and Volunteer placements. Travel, study and experience Europe by Internship or Volunteer program in Moldova, close to Russia, apply today!

40 Euros fee. Our internships and volunteer positions are wonderful opportunities to travel and explore the WORLD.

2. Volunteer in Moldova, All inclusive

Are you looking for a worthwhile project? Do you want to help disadvantaged children?

You can volunteer in an orphanage in the capital city Chisinau, providing children with love, attention and the knowledge that someone cares about them. The project runs all year round but volunteers are particularly in need from Autumn- Spring. 2 meals a day and accommodation is provided and the participation fee is:-2 weeks = 500 EUR, 1 month = 950 EUR

3. Volunteer in Israel, All inclusive

Experience in hosting volunteers 3 years. Fees: $ 60 /day, $ 420/week,$ 1500 /month, $ 15,000/year.

Additionally we have internships in aspects of education, youth at risk, environment and so on.

There are a guide who will lead the volunteers, make trips for the volunteers around Israel, visits and sport activities.

4. Volunteer in Morocco, All inclusive

5 years experience in hosting volunteers. Fees: /day15EURO,/week80EURO,/month 230euro,/year2860 EURO. Volunteer opportunities and jobs Child Care & Nursery School Program in Marrakech city.

5. Volunteer in Pakistan

Hosting international volunteers since last four years and serve them in youth led activities and in association with national volunteers. Our organization does not charge any participation fee from volunteers. There are field visits for community development projects, engaging volunteers in social action projects and meetings with community, youth groups, orientations, participation in volunteer training and workshop, engagements in humanitarian assessments and participatory rural appraisals. Internships are also available.

6. Volunteer in Uganda, All inclusive

14 years experienced organization. Fees: 10$/day, 50$/week, 240$/month, 1800$/year.

Volunteer work include: Teach English, Mats, plant trees, coffee farms, building classrooms, paint walls, make school furniture, work in community health center etc.

7. Volunteer in Indonesia, All inclusive

Volunteer work Education, Eco-Environmental work . Internships positions: Business field : Accounting, IT, Nurse, Doctor, TV/Radio Presenter, Education field : Teaching medical /math/biology/ teach English/ exact Science in local school/ local college. Participation fee cover : Official invitation, air port pick up and transfer, Accommodations, Local transportation, Placement arrangements, laundry, Indonesian language and cultural orientation, 1.000 US $ /month, local excursion during their day off ( 4 different tourism objects/month).

In order to apply, send your resume, country and position request to pacea21@gmail.com and irff@pisem.net .

IVA-Travel, study and experience the World in the funniest way by Internship or Volunteer program at International Volunteer Academy www.volunteeracademy.blogspot.com is dedicated to enhancing the lives of the people (happy people–happy world).

Begun in 1998 the International Volunteer Academy is a branch of an incredibly fast-growing international movement, which began in Moldova and now boasts all over the world. Please help this group grow by spreading the word! So, why not "pay it forward" and tell 3 (or more) people how wonderful volunteeracademy.blogspot.com is! You tell your friends, your family, your neighbors, your co-workers...and they tell theirs, and so on ...well, you get the idea!

And please feel free to look through our videos, follow us on Twitter, or even ‘like’ us on Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/volunteercheaptravel

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Forres, Moray, United Kingdom, Baryatino, Kaluzhskaya oblast', Russia

Volunteer in Kitezh Children's Community in western Russia, a rural village community of foster parents and teachers who take children from orphanages and raise and educate them along with their own children. Kitezh is an entirely child-centred, therapeutic education community. On 100 hectares of land it has a number of wooden houses, a school, a church and a farm, with natural woodlands and a lake nearby.
Volunteers live with a family, teach English to children and take part in the daily working and social life of the community, gardening, cooking, building.
A typical volunteer: Most volunteers are 18-30, some older, from many different countries, looking for a worthwhile experience abroad. All like children, some have English teaching experience, some speak Russian or have an interest in learning Russian. They are flexible, willing to adapt to a new culture, interested in people and community
living.

Requirements: No special skills required though any of the following would be useful: some knowledge of Russian, TEFL or experience in teaching English, experience working with children (sports, arts and crafts, music, drama), building, cooking and gardening. An interest in children and willingness to adapt to a different culture and to participate fully in the life of the community are essential. Police check in country of residence required.

Costs: 3 months £1450 includes pre-departure preparation, in-country support, visa support, accommodation and meals, internal transfers, airport meeting.

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A global company specialised in providing Drilling services for operators is currently looking for an experienced and specialised Assistant Rig Superintendent (Toolpusher)

It is an offshore role near Sakhalin; you will be on a rotation (4 weeks on / 6weeks off)

Requirements:

Assistant Rig Superintendent

- 3 years of experience as Toolpusher (Night toolpusher), preferably cyber chair rigs off-shore, but depend on candidate experience
- At least 8 years of experience in drilling
- Passed IADC or IWCF well control at supervisory level
- Top Drive experience
- For Russian candidates having knowledge, skills of operating and troubleshooting of western type of equipment like Triplex pumps, Varco TDC, Iron Roughnecks, solid control systems.
- English language required at least intermediate level with fluent drilling terminology.
- Ability to perform safe and effective operations.

Due to importance and weight of this role you can expect a good package and base salary.

If you have interested please reply true to link or send you most recent resume and brief motivation to e.boer @ Progressiveglobalenergy.com for more information please contact me on

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Moscow, Moskovskaya oblast', Russia

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Are you looking for a job where you can make an immediate impact? Then we have the position for you. As an Occupational Therapist (OT), you will performs evaluations, develops and implements effective patient treatment plans to restore, compensate or adapt for loss of patient function, by planning and administering medically prescribed therapy treatments in accordance with federal, state and professional standards governing the facility and their discipline. Candidates must be graduates from an accredited program for Occupational Therapy and must possess and maintain a current license in the state of practice as required. Contact us today to learn more. (Must be a graduate from an accredited program for consideration.)

Contact Patricia Williams at company website for more information.

Phone: 800-906-8167

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Air Charter Service is globally recognised as one of the leading names in cargo and passenger air chartering.

Founded in the UK in 1990, we now operate from 14 international offices with further expansion plans underway.

Our consistent year-on-year growth is delivering record profits and in 2011, we were recognised as an Outstanding Company' for employee engagement and listed in the Sunday Times 100 Best SME Companies to Work for.

We Offer?

Key Purpose?

You are responsible for building up customer relations and creating a client list by targeting individual clients and companies who require passenger chartering culminating in them using the services of Air Charter Service.
The successful applicant will charter aircraft including helicopters, private jets and wide-body airliners for a diverse client base consisting of governments, High Net Worth Individuals (HNWI), corporations and the travel industry.

Key Competencies

Skills and Experience?

Industry Knowledge?

Client / Supplier Relationship Management?

A passion for aviation is essential.? Additionally, we look for:?

**Applicants for this Moscow position must have the right to live and work in the Moscow**

As part of the application process the recruiter has asked that you answer some filter questions. You will be asked the questions below, only continue your application if you can answer these.

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Sankt-Peterburg, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia

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SysIQ is the US-based end-to-end ecommerce services company located in San-Francisco, with expanding Development and Support Teams in Kiev, Vinnitsa, Lugansk, Kharkov, Mariupol and Chernigov. We provide integrated ecommerce solutions – from architecture and development to managed hosting, marketing and support services for online retail sites. SysIQ is not a traditional outsourcing company, we acquire our own clients and service them directly, and we’re loaded with business to work on and sharpen your skills at! We have numerous projects, latest technology, the biggest ecommerce expertise in Ukraine, and, most importantly, the greatest team ever which makes the coolest e-shops on the face of Earth! Contact us now to know how SysIQ can change your perspective.

Responsibilities:

Candidate requirements:

We offer:

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Qualifications
• High School Diploma or higher
• Excellent command of English, written and spoken
• Fluent in Russian (especially in technical language)
• Preferably a Russian passport holder

Experience
Ideally at least 3 years experience in:
• Maintenance planning within an MRO or Airline environment
• Handling maintenance program of any type of aircraft
• Compiling maintenance work packages
• Ideally had experience in the business jet market

Competencies
• PC literate (Microsoft office)
• Sound decision maker under pressure
• Highly motivated and self disciplined
• Team player and able to integrate into a multi cultural working environment

The Maintenace Planner main resposibilites will be:
• Administration of the Work Order (WO) register
Review of the operator’s aircraft maintenance program before scheduled maintenance visits
• Establishing Work Order (WO) and issue work packages for aircraft and component maintenance
• Establishing work reports, log book entries and Certificate of Release to Service (CRS) statements
• Assisting the dedicated project coordinators to ensure congruency of the work documents with all work that has been accomplished
• Cross checking that the required documentation is properly completed and signed
• Administration of the respective aircraft records and consolidation of the completed work orders for invoicing.

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Moscow, Moskva, Russia

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Commercial Jet Manager
Based in Moscow

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Air Charter Service is globally recognised as one of the leading names in cargo and passenger air chartering.?

Founded in the UK in 1990, we now operate from 14 international offices with further expansion plans underway.?

Our consistent year-on-year growth is delivering record profits and in 2011, we were recognised as an Outstanding Company' for employee engagement and listed in the Sunday Times 100 Best SME Companies to Work for.?

We Offer?

Key Purpose:?

You are responsible for building up customer relations and creating a client list by targeting

individual clients and companies who require executive chartering culminating in them using

the services of ACS.?

You are also responsible for the day-to-day management of your team ensuring they achieve

minimum deliverables that ultimately allow you to achieve your team budget.

Key Competencies:??

Key Responsibilities:??

Result areas:

Skills and Experience?

Industry Knowledge?

Client / Supplier Relationship Management?

A passion for aviation is essential.? Additionally, we look for:?

**All applicants must be eligible to live and work in Moscow**

As part of the application process the recruiter has asked that you answer some filter questions. You will be asked the questions below, only continue your application if you can answer these.

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Do you demand the best from your professional career? Are you inspired by excellence? Red Commerce is currently working with the world’s leading business application software house where you will have the power to make a real impact. As the global market leader for business software, our client helps companies and organisations in more than 25 industries to run better. PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES As a crucial part of the total solution delivery strategy, our client’s service management software focuses on the overall success of their customers' business solutions. One essential element in their continued success is the services portfolio offered by the consulting arm and its certified partners, w

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Qualified Teachers urgently required in Russia. Emerald Group Consulting is looking for teachers for our private school clients teaching primary and kindergarten children. Excellent local salaries beginning at 2,500 Euros a month NETT with a great package including accommodation, visa support and return flights home. Initial interviews will be conducted through Skype. Additional increments paid for childcare and early learning experience/qualifications For further details please contact Paul Byrne emeraldgroup@mail.ru  Tel:+7915 1153338(Russia)     

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We work across Europe with market leading medical ,healthcare and pharma related businesses to find the best clinical and scientific talent for their organisations. Since our inception in 2000 we have provided high... full descr. » calibre staff to our clients and customers and are famed for our ability to quickly fill vacancies requiring highly skilled people. Our core expertise lies in filling difficult to recruit roles and in mobilising candidates across Europe to meet your needs. We are large enough to deliver large scale recruitment projects across Europe, but small enough to offer unrivalled flexibility in the solutions we can offer. If you are looking for an agency that can provide you with the best clinical project managers, senior regulatory affairs managers and other high calibre talent for your business, your search ends here.

Senior CRA Jobs Russia

Senior CRA is responsible for monitoring all types of clinical trials; assures adherence to Good Clinical Practices, company policies and local regulations, investigator integrity, and compliance with all study procedures. May serve in Lead CRA role.

Our client is a global CRO providing services to the biotech & pharma industries all over the world. They have conducted global clinical development programs. We currently have a Senior CRA job in Russia for an experienced CRA to join the team

You will be responsible for the identification, qualification and initiation of investigators and their sites. You will supervise study conduct according to GCP requirements and all applicable laws.

Education / Requirements
- Education in Life Sciences Degree, Pharmacy or Medicine
- 3 - 5 years previous experience as CRA within a CRO, pharma, Biotech or device company
- Knowledge of ICH Guidelines and GCP including a basic understanding of regulatory requirements
- Ability to handle multiple tasks to meet deadlines is essential.
- Previous experience working as a Lead CRA
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required.
- Fluent English and Russian
- Excellent communication skills
- A full clean drivers license

Benefits
We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Application Process
please send your CV + cover letter quoting Senior CRA Jobs in Russia

Email pharma@resourcing.uk.com

Tel : 0044 207 843 2410
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Russia

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Mentor & Sons Is A Professional Recruitment Firm, Which Offers UK Applicants Exciting Childcare Opportunities As A British Nanny, Au Pair and English Teacher To Work In The Beautiful City Of Moscow To Live With Affluent... full descr. » Families.

Affluent Russian family based in Moscow is looking for an experienced English nanny-governess for their children.

The main role is to communicate, play and interact with the children in English so that they have the language practice with the native speaker. The role also involves taking care of the younger child and helping with his early learning.

Salary is 2000-3000 pounds a month depending on experience + free accommodation (room and your own bathroom in the country estate) and all travel and living expenses paid. Every few months you may travel with the family to exotic luxury holidays.

4 - 5 days a week. 10 hours a day. 4 weeks paid holiday, 6-12 month contract.

- You must be open minded to different cultures, keen to explore new ways of life and have an easy going personality

- You need good manners and a basic knowledge of etiquette

- You must be reliable, trustworthy and punctual

- Must like working with children and have experience (babysitting is classified as experience too) in this field.

- Required: Speak Good English and preferably some Russian

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Entry level

Moscow

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Posted by: American Councils for International Education: ACTR/ACCELS

Various, Moskovskaya oblast', Russia

SUMMARY:

American Councils is currently seeking qualified Resident Directors to work in Russia on a variety of summer programs ranging from five to eight weeks in length. Individual programs are designed for high school students, undergraduate and graduate students, or graduate students and teachers. All programs are focused on the acquisition of Russian language and culture in an immersion setting.

Anticipated Employment Dates: Early June - August 2012 (exact appointment dates will vary by program and site).

Resident Directors represent American Councils on programs overseas. The Resident Director will work with the host institution, managing communications between American Councils, program participants and local staff, arranging logistics for the group, advising participants as required and resolving medical and other issues as necessary.

Resident Directors must be available to program participants on a daily basis; observe classes at the host institution; meet regularly with teachers, administrators, and participants; and arrange group travel and cultural programs. Resident Directors must be available to participants during any emergencies that arise and must communicate regularly with the American Councils program staff in Washington, DC. Resident Directors oversee a small program budget, and are responsible for proper documentation of program expenditures and timely completion of a budget report at the end of each month and end of the program. Other reporting requirements may apply and will vary by program.

Prior to departure, all Resident Directors are required to complete an orientation program for staff. Resident Directors may be asked to travel with their respective participant groups at the beginning of their programs and return to Washington, DC with the group at the end of the program. In some cases, Resident Directors will be asked to travel to the program site in advance of the students’ arrival. Resident Directors report to the DC-based Program Manager and staff. Depending on program, employment is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. All offers are contingent upon ability to receive a Russian visa.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Advising program participants as needed;
• Reporting on program activities to program staff in Washington, D.C;
• Responding to participant emergencies, including assisting participants with navigating local clinics and hospitals;
• Liaising with the host institution and local program staff;
• Observing the academic program;
• Arranging group travel and cultural programs;
• Maintaining adherence to program rules and policies among participants—for some programs, this includes a no-English policy;
• Managing a small budget of program funds and maintaining detailed financial documentation, including monthly reports;
• Working with host families, which may include selection and monitoring of host families;
• Completing a pre-departure orientation and training session;
• Resolving other program-related issues as necessary; and
• Performing other program-related tasks as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in language of host country or area studies or equivalent;
• Advanced written and oral language skills (minimum 2/2+ on ACTFL scale) in Russian;
• Study, work, or extensive travel experience in host country;
• Experience working in a position of authority with high school, undergraduate, or graduate students;
• Experience overseeing and guiding groups;
• Demonstrated skills in academic and personal counseling; and
• Demonstrated skills in general financial accountability.

Position contingent upon funding. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2011.

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