Full-Time

Portuguese Speaking Survey Management Specialist

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ICF

ICF

Advances coaching through accreditation and credentialing

Social Impact
Education

Compensation Overview

$59.8k - $101.7kAnnually

Junior, Mid

North Bethesda, MD, USA

Position based in Rockville, Maryland with approximately 25-30% travel mainly to countries in sub-Saharan Africa and Asia.

Category
Public Health
Biology & Biotech
Required Skills
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • MPH or Master’s degree in demography, public health, nutrition, epidemiology, or a similar topic area
  • 2+ years of experience of survey work, preferably on international programs
  • Fluency in spoken and written Portuguese
  • Experience working with biomarkers and using computer assisted personal interviewing (CAPI) preferred
  • Project management experience on international programs preferred
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to negotiate survey content with technical and non-technical stakeholders is essential
  • Ability to foster productive workings relationships with multiple stakeholders in a complex political environment
  • Strong organizational and program management skills, including the ability to balance multiple tasks simultaneously and set strategic priorities
  • Ability to work both independently and in teams
  • Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel)
Responsibilities
  • Providing direct technical assistance to countries in various stages of the survey process, e.g., questionnaire adaptation, field staff training, fieldwork monitoring, report writing, and dissemination of the survey findings
  • Preparing or adapting training materials and working with implementing agencies to train local field staff in questionnaire content and interviewing techniques
  • Managing and negotiating local cost budgets with host country implementing organizations
  • Working with host country implementing organizations and other survey stakeholders to implement DHS surveys and activities to meet data needs within budget and time constraints
  • Preparing IRB protocols
  • Assuring that DHS protocols are followed to ensure data quality and timeliness
  • Writing and reviewing survey reports, including descriptions of survey activities and interpretation of survey results
  • Communicating throughout all stages of the survey process with The DHS Program staff, implementing agencies, USAID Missions, and other key stakeholders in a clear and timely manner

ICF is a global organization focused on enhancing the coaching profession. It provides accreditation for coaching training programs, ensuring they meet high-quality standards, and offers credentialing services for individual coaches to validate their expertise and increase their earning potential. ICF also has a membership program that connects professional coaches, offering resources and networking opportunities. The organization engages in thought leadership to promote the benefits of coaching across various sectors, including corporate, educational, and non-profit organizations. ICF's goal is to elevate the coaching profession and demonstrate its positive impact on individuals and organizations worldwide.

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What believers are saying

  • ICF's global reach, with over 50,000 members in more than 160 countries, offers extensive networking and professional development opportunities.
  • The introduction of the Social Impact category in the ICF Coaching Impact Awards highlights the organization's dedication to societal transformation through coaching.
  • Partnerships with organizations like Talent Transformation and Garden of Hope provide members with valuable resources and opportunities for impactful community engagement.

What critics are saying

  • The growing number of coaching practitioners worldwide could lead to market saturation, making it challenging for individual coaches to stand out.
  • Maintaining high standards across a diverse and expanding global membership may strain ICF's resources and operational capacity.

What makes ICF unique

  • ICF sets the gold standard for coach-specific training and accreditation, distinguishing itself through rigorous quality standards.
  • The organization's multifaceted approach, including accreditation, credentialing, and membership services, creates a comprehensive support system for professional coaches.
  • ICF's commitment to thought leadership and social impact initiatives positions it as a leader in promoting the broader adoption of coaching practices.

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