PAHO NEWS----- SYNERGY ONLINE---- October 11, 2001 PAHO News Index: http://www.csih.org/Pahonews/index.html SUMA RECEIVES STOCKHOLM CHALLENGE AWARD SUMA, the Pan American Health Organization's Humanitarian Supply Management System, was awarded the Stockholm Challenge Award in the category Health and Quality of Life. In announcing the prize, the jury stated "the Pan American Health Organisation has definitely joined the ranks of pioneers of the information society for all. Most importantly, SUMA has proven that information and communications can deliver enormous benefits to people at times when they are at their most fragile and vulnerable. SUMA has indeed transformed into an effective operation the confused and chaotic effort of inventory, priority, and distribution of emergency relief to victims of disasters." http://www.challenge.stockholm.se/challenge.html ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ PAHO CENTENNIAL WEB PAGE LAUNCHED In anticipation and preparation for the celebration of the 100th anniver sary of the world's oldest, continuously functioning, international public health organization, PAHO has launched a centennial Web page at www.paho.org/100. The Web page, part of the PAHO Web site, has been launched in English will soon be available in Spanish. Current features include: a message from the Director, a calendar of centennial events, profiles of the centennial advisory board members, entry forms and guidelines for the centennial poster and essay contests, a media corner and a centennial archives. The site will be continuously updated and many new features will be added as we enter the centennial year. http://www.paho.org/English/DPI/100/english.htm ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ NEW US GOVERNMENT PORTAL PROVIDES SPANISH-SPEAKERS WITH EASY ACCESS TO RELIABLE HEALTH INFORMATION The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently launched a Spanish-language version of their award-winning healthfinder website. Healthfinder is a "portal" website that links to a broad range of consumer health information resources produced by the U.S. federal government and its many partner organizations. It is a free guide to reliable consumer health and human services information, providing easy access to selected online publications, clearinghouses, databases, websites, and support and self-help groups, as well as government agencies and not-for-profit organizations that produce reliable information for the public http://www.healthfinder.gov/espanol/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ WORK CALLED KEY INFLUENCE ON MENTAL HEALTH AFTER ATTACKS The environment in the workplace plays a key role in mental health, especially now when many people face additional stress as a result of terrorist attacks on the United States, according to mental health experts at the Pan American Health Organization. Dr. Jose Miguel Caldas de Almeida, coordinator of PAHO's Program on Mental Health, notes that work "can have a significant influence on mental health and well being." He adds that in some cases, "work can also be a cause of stress and mental disorders" when there are poor working conditions, work overload, poor communication with superiors and colleagues, role conflict and role ambiguity." To read more, please click here: http://www.paho.org/English/DPI/pr011009.htm ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ PAHO SEEKS CANADIAN CONSULTANT FOR WORKERS' HEALTH PROJECT Under the supervision of PAHO and Caribbean governments, the consultant will participate for a three-month period in the "Worker's Health and Health Sector Reform Project" to improve human health and quality of environment in the workplaces of the Caribbean. The goal of this project is to contribute to the reduction of morbidity and mortality from chronic and communicable diseases as well as to improve the quality of human health and the environment in workplaces. The consultant will: -Meet with officials in the public and private sectors of the Bahamas, St. Vincent and the Grenadines and Dominica to in order to ascertain the status of National Workers' Health plans and programs (policies). -Review worker's health plan, policy and legislation in light of country structures to manage workers' health priorities and promote effective strategies to increase awareness to health and safety in the working environment. -Assist in the drafting of national policy on workers' health. -Assess the knowledge-base of professionals involved in the workers' health program. -Assist PAHO in the development of local training curricula in workers' health. -Meet with relevant stakeholders: government, trade unions, NGOs, community groups and private sector. -Draft project proposals for mobilization of resources. -Provide of technical advice and assistance as required. This project will establish a fundamental mechanism for a healthy working population and will facilitate the sustainable development of the selected countries. Interested candidates with expertise in workers' health are asked to contact Helene Thibault, Program Manager for CSIH-PAHO Liaison via email only at: [log in to unmask] as soon as possible. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ PAHO SEEKS CANADIAN CONSULTANT FOR SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH PROJECT Under the supervision of Dr. Graciela Uriburu, PAHO/ WHO Representative in Belize, the consultant will participate for a three-month period in the "Sexual and Reproductive Health Project" to investigate the reasons behind Belize's high level of maternal mortality. The consultant will produce a comprehensive study and analysis of the causes of maternal mortality in Belize for use by the country in planning specific intervention strategies to decrease the level of maternal mortality. The consultant will: -Work with the Ministry of Health to identify and review epidemiological data /relevant documents regarding maternal mortality. -Work with identified focal points in the Ministry of Health to design methodology and instruments for the study. -Work with the Ministry of Health to hold workshop(s) with stakeholders (in the private and public sectors) including the Statistical Unit, heads of other institutions, obstetricians, gynecologists and pediatricians to discuss the project, including methodology and the instrument to be used. -Pretest the instrument at Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital and District Hospitals. -Redesign instrument with changes identified. -Carry out the survey. -Analyze the data and prepare a report. -Conduct a workshop with the stakeholders to discuss i) the findings of the study and ii) the way forward / strategies to address the problem. -Review and prepare a proposal to develop or strengthen the surveillance system. The project will provide data and analysis that could be used to plan intervention programs in support of country efforts to promote safe motherhood, reduce maternal mortality and establish a surveillance system. Interested candidates with expertise in sexual and reproductive health are asked to contact Helene Thibault, CSIH-PAHO Liaison via email only at: [log in to unmask] as soon as possible. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ PAHO ONLINE BOOKSTORE CELEBRATIONS! WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY IS OCTOBER 10th The theme for this year's World Mental Health Day, celebrated on October 10, is "Mental Health and Work." Given the importance of mental health as a social issue, PAHO's Publications Program is offering a 20% discount on the following publications: "Mental Health Services in Disasters: Instructor's Guide," "Mental Health Services in Disasters: Manual for Humanitarian Workers," and "Health Promotion: an Anthology." This special offer is in effect from October 8 to October 15 and is valid for online purchases only. To take advantage of this offer, please click here: http://publications.paho.org/english/news.cfm?ID=33&CFID=845272&CFTOKEN= 85385276 DISASTER REDUCTION DAY IS OCTOBER 11th October 11th, PAHO will be celebrating World Disaster Reduction Day. This year's slogan is "Countering Disasters, Targeting Vulnerability." Given the worldwide importance of Disaster Reduction, PAHO is offering online bookstore visitors, the following related publications at a 20% discount: "Natural Disasters : Protecting the Public's Health," "Assessing Needs in the Health Sector after Floods and Hurricanes," "Emergency Health Management after Natural Disasters," "Emergency Vector Control after Natural Disasters," "Environmental Health Management after Natural Disasters," "Epidemiologic Surveillance after Natural Disasters," "Health Services Organization in the Event of Disaster" and "Medical Supply Management after Natural Disaster." This special offer is in effect from October 9 to October 16 and is valid for online purchases only. Please visit the online bookstore to take advantage of this offer: http://publications.paho.org/english/index.cfm -----------------------SYNERGY ONLINE--------------- SYNERGY ONLINE IS A SERVICE OF THE CANADIAN SOCIETY FOR INTERNATIONAL HEALTH (CSIH) VISIT OUR WEBSITE: http://www.csih.org AND BECOME A MEMBER SYNERGY ONLINE INDEX: http://www.csih.org/Synergy/index.html Questions? Comments? contact [log in to unmask] (French version follows) -------------------------------------------- REGISTER ONLINE TODAY! 8th CANADIAN CONFERENCE ON INTERNATIONAL HEALTH THEME: CHILD AND YOUTH HEALTH: ACTION, RESEARCH AND ADVOCACY CSIH is holding its annual conference in Ottawa, Canada, from November 18-21, 2001. You can find conference, hotel and volunteer registration online at: http://www.csih.org/ccih/ccih.html For more information on Donor/ Sponsor, Advertising, Exhibits, Volunteer and Registration, contact the CCIH Secretariat by phone at 1-877-722-4140 ext 224 (outside Canada, please call: 1-613-722-4140) or by email: [log in to unmask] The Preliminary Program for the upcoming conference is now available online in PDF format at the conference website: http://www.csih.org/ccih/preeng.pdf ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ADVANCE NOTICE: CSIH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2001 Please note that the Canadian Society for International Health will be holding its Annual General Meeting in conjunction with the 8th Canadian Conference on International Health. The Annual General Meeting will be held at 5pm on Monday, November 19th, 2001, at the Hotel Crowne Plaza in Ottawa. For further information regarding the Annual General Meeting, please check your mail and consult our website at http://www.csih.org ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ JOB OPPORTUNITY CSIH YOUTH FOR HEALTH UKRAINE-CANADA- ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT CSIH is seeking an Administrative Assistant for its Youth for Health Ukraine-Canada Project. The position is located at the CSIH Ottawa office and will be part-time (three days per week), starting immediately. Applicants should have several years' experience in the administrative field; advanced English written and oral communications skills; proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, and a working knowledge of Microsoft Power Point and Access; superior organizational, administrative, interpersonal and cross-cultural skills; ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; and ability to work in a team and independently. French language ability would be an asset. Application deadline: October 17, 2001. For a complete job description or to apply, please contact: Project Coordinator Youth for Health - Ukraine Canada Project Canadian Society for International Health One Nicholas Street, Suite 1105 Ottawa, ON K1N 7B7 Email: [log in to unmask] Fax: (613) 241-3845 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ JOB OPPORTUNITY CSIH YOUTH FOR HEALTH UKRAINE-CANADA- CLERICAL ASSISTANT CSIH is seeking a Clerical Assistant for its Youth for Health Ukraine-Canada Project. The position is located at the CSIH Ottawa office and will be part-time (three days per week), starting immediately. Applicants should be proficient in English and have experience working in an office environment (proficiency in Microsoft Word, Access and Excel, and experience using a photocopier and fax machine; and ability to work in a team and independently). This is an entry-level position and would be ideal for a graduate of a secretarial training program. Application deadline: October 17, 2001. For a complete job description or to apply, please contact: Project Coordinator Youth For Health - Ukraine Canada Project Canadian Society for International Health One Nicholas Street, Suite 1105 Ottawa, ON K1N 7B7 Email: [log in to unmask] Fax: (613) 241-3845 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ JOB OPPORTUNITY: CSIH SOUTH CAUCASUS HEALTH INFORMATION PROJECT- PROJECT COORDINATOR CSIH is currently looking for an individual to work in Ottawa, Ontario, as project coordinator of the CIDA-funded South Caucasus Health Information Project (Phase 2). The aim of this project is to build capacity for health reform through the development of health information systems in Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia. Reporting to the Project Manager, the Coordinator will assist in the management of the South Caucasus Health Information Project and coordinate, monitor and report on specific project management and training activities. Duties and Related Tasks: -Prepare draft project strategy documents, workplans, budgets and reports -Monitor project budget, prepare draft financial reports -Assist in developing and implementing project monitoring and evaluation system -Coordinate and participate in project review missions, as required -Coordinate and participate in various project committee meetings -Develop and organize training activities, such as study tours and workshops, as required -Assist in the development and implementation of project communications strategy Qualifications and Experience: -Master's degree in health administration/ management, project management, or a similar field, with an emphasis on health and/or international development. -Minimum of two years experience in project development, implementation, and management, including budgeting and financial management. -Knowledge of Canadian health system, "health in development' issues and priority issues in Former Soviet Union countries. -Understanding of the principles of Results-Based Management and familiarity with CIDA policies. -Demonstrated competence in writing proposals, reports and publications. -Excellent inter-personal skills and cross-cultural understanding. -Ability to work effectively in the international environment. -Strong communication skills, both oral and written. -Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. -Fluency in English. Working knowledge of Russian and/ or French would be an asset. Qualified applicants should send their resume to the address below no later than October 12, 2001. Only candidates qualifying for an interview will be contacted. South Caucasus Health Information Project c/o Canadian Society for International Health One Nicholas Street, Suite 1105 Ottawa, Ontario Canada K1N 7B7 FAX: (613) 241-3845 EMAIL: [log in to unmask] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ CANADIAN HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH FOUNDATION: POSTDOCTORAL AWARDS: PRELIMINARY INFORMATION Please note that the full letters of intent will be available as of October 12, 2001. Competition 2002 WHO: Junior researchers possessing or about to complete a PhD or health professional degree interested in collaborating with decision-makers and conducting applied health services research;researchers in the social sciences,humanities, business,management and nursing are particularly encouraged to apply. WHAT: Two-year (or part-time equivalent) research training program that includes: placement with a decision-making organization, development of communication skills. Program also includes at least two of the following activities: interdisciplinary teamwork on priority health-system issues, acquisition of new tools and experience to deepen specialty knowledge teaching undergraduates and graduates, or mentoring graduates. VALUE: $45,000 annual (or part-time equivalent) stipend and $5,000 annual allowance. WHEN: Successful candidates will have up to one year to commence their program. Applications due November 30, 2001 http://www.chsrf.ca/english/programs/2002-preinfo_e.pdf This award is part of the CADRE (Capacity for Applied and Developmental Research and Evaluation in health services and nursing research) initiative-- a partnership between the foundation and the Canadian Institutes of Health Research. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ CRIAW RESEARCH GRANTS-IN-AID The Canadian Research Institute for the Advancement of Women offers annually grants of $2,500 for projects that promote the advancement of women. This year, 10 grants will be awarded. The research can be the subject of a proposal that is complete in itself, or part of a larger study. The work can be in its initial stages, or it can be an on-going project. A regional and linguistic balance will be maintained in the awarding of grants. The project must make a significant contribution to feminist research and be non-sexist, non-racist and non-homophobic in its methodology and language. Preference is given to community-based research of sound methodology that is likely to lead to positive change for women. Priority will be given to: -emerging independent researchers -women's groups Note: CRIAW does not fund research which is part of the requirements for an educational degree; nor does it fund projects for aid to publication (i.e. to publish a completed research project) or workshops and conferences. Each project will be evaluated by members of CRIAW Research Grants Committee. The decisions of the committee will be final. No individual critiques are provided. Application forms are available from the CRIAW office or click on Application http://www.criaw-icref.ca/aid.htm. Submissions must be postmarked no later than October 16. Candidates should send four copies of their application. Applicants will be sent an acknowledgement letter and will be notified of the results in December. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ CALL FOR PROPOSALS HIV/AIDS Small Grants Fund, Phase II: 2001 - 2003 The Canadian International Development Agency, in collaboration with the Canadian Society for International Health (CSIH) and the Interagency Coalition on AIDS and Development (ICAD), is pleased to invite the submission of Proposals for Small Grants to encourage new or emerging partnerships between Canadian organizations and those in developing countries or countries-in-transition to address HIV/AIDS priority issues. The Canadian Society for International Health (CSIH) must receive complete proposal applications by 4:30pm EST November 13, 2001. Applications not received by the deadline will not be considered under any circumstance. Please allow appropriate time for mail or courier delivery. While letters of collaboration must include original signatures and should be mailed or couriered, proposals may be submitted prior to the deadline by electronic mail. For more information, please see the HIV/ AIDS Small Grants Fund Phase II webpage on the CSIH website at: http://www.csih.org/HIVcall_for_proposals_e.html ~~~~~~~~~~~ UPDATE: PARTNERSHIP FOR GLOBAL HEALTH EQUITY SMALL GRANTS We would like to thank all applicants for the overwhelming response we have received to the recent Call for Proposals. Given that the vast majority of applicants met all the application criteria, our review may take longer than originally anticipated. This may delay the announcement of grant recipients. Please visit our webpage regularly for up-to-date information: http://www.csih.org/index_e ~~~~~~~~~~ CRIAW FACT SHEET ON WOMEN, HEALTH AND ACTION The latest fact sheet from Canadian Research Institute for the Advancement of Women (CRIAW) is available in hard copy or on the web site in both official languages. "Women, Health and Action" discusses the relationship between health, income and inequality, the impact of racism and environment on health, and deals with health promotion issues such as self-esteem, nutrition, body image, physical activity, social support and spirituality, tobacco and health protection in ways that draw the links between these issues and their socioeconomic and political context. The fact sheet contains a section on resources and opportunities for action. To get one or several hard copies, contact CRIAW at: [log in to unmask] (613) 563-0681 ext. 0 408 - 151 Slater Street Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1P 5H3 or check out the fact sheet on web site: http://www.criaw-icref.ca/health.htm < http://www.criaw-icref.ca/health.htm> ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ KEEPING UP-TO-DATE ON HEALTH NEWS IS NOW AS EASY AS OPENING E-MAIL To subscribe to Health Canada's free news service, visit this website: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/english/news.htm#update type in your e-mail address and click the subscribe button. You will receive a welcome message as a confirmation of your subscription. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ TRAVEL ADVISORY INFORMATION FROM THE GOVERNMENT OF CANADA The Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade provides a weekly Travel Bulletin which consists of travel advisories for troubled spots around the world. This week's travel bulletin includes: U.S. Crisis & Foreign Travel: Military action by coalition countries, including Canada, in Afghanistan, has raised the possibility of significantly increased dangers for Canadians abroad. Canadian involvement may result in strong anti-Canadian sentiments and retaliatory actions throughout the world. Canadians abroad are advised to be especially vigilant and avoid situations where political violence and demonstrations may occur. They should limit travel in the days ahead and maintain contact with the nearest Canadian government office. Canadians should monitor local developments and news broadcasts carefully, and follow the advice of local authorities. There could be increased delays at airports and other transportation facilities. Please plan accordingly. Canadians with specific problems can also contact the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade's Operations Centre, which is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week: Tel.: (613) 996-8885 E-mail: [log in to unmask] Fax: (613) 943-1054 Canadian government offices overseas (www.voyage.gc.ca/Consular-e/For_Dest/canadian_offices-e.htm) are ready to assist Canadians who encounter problems or who may require advice and guidance in the days ahead. Canadians in Canada who plan to travel to foreign destinations in the coming days should carefully review the need for such travel. Travel to certain countries may be particularly dangerous. DFAIT will be providing updates on such countries in its country Travel Reports, available at: www.voyage.gc.ca/destinations/menu_e.htm or by using DFAIT's Web site at http://voyage.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/destinations/menu_e.htm, by using the FaxCall system 1-800-575-2500 (in Canada) or (613) 944-2500, or by calling 1-800-267-6788 (in Canada) or (613) 944-6788. WEEKLY TRAVEL ADVISORY International travel: Travelling Canadians can register on the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade Web site at http://www.voyage.gc.ca, by clicking on ROCA - Registration of Canadians Abroad, at the bottom of the page. Contact particulars for Canadian government offices abroad are also listed on the Web site. Health Canada encourages Canadians to determine travel health risks by consulting a physician or travel medicine specialist well in advance of travelling overseas. Important factors to be considered include the individual's state of health, current immunization status and travel destination, as well as the local disease situation. Vaccinations and other special precautions may be required. For a list of travel medicine clinics, call the Travel Medicine Program at Health Canada at 613-957-8739. Additional travel health information is available on the Internet (http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca) or through FaxLink at 613-941-3900 (use the fax handset and follow the instructions). -------------SYNERGIE-EN-DIRECT------------------- SYNERGIE-EN-DIRECT EST UN SERVICE OFFERT PAR LA SOCIETE CANADIENNE DE SANTE INTERNATIONALE (SCSI) VISITEZ NOTRE SITE WEB: http://www.csih.org ET DEVENEZ MEMBRE Si les nouvelles de l'Organisation panamericaine de la sante (OPS) vous interessent, vous les trouverez sous PAHO News (en anglais seulement) SOMMAIRE DE SYNERGIE-EN-DIRECT: http://www.csih.org/Synergy/index_f.html Avez-vous des questions ou des commentaires? Contactez [log in to unmask] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ENREGISTREZ-VOUS DES AUJOURD'HUI! 8e CONFERENCE CANADIENNE SUR LA SANTE INTERNATIONALE LA SANTE DE L'ENFANT: POUR UN PLAN D'ACTION, DE RECHERCHE ET DE PROMOTION SUR LA SANTE DE L'ENFANT La 8e conference canadienne sur la sante internationale intitule "La Sante de l'enfant: Pour un plan d'action, de recherche et de promotion sur la sante de l'enfant" aura lieu du 18 au 21 novembre 2001. Pour des renseignements au sujet de la conference ou pour obtenir des formulaires d'enregistrement de conference, d'hotel, ou de benevolat, veuillez consulter le site web de la conference au: http://www.csih.org/ccih/ccihf.html ou contacter le secretariat de la conference par telephone au 1-877-722-4140 poste 224 ( A l'exterieur du Canada, veuillez composer le 1-613-722-4140) ou par couriel: [log in to unmask] Le programme preliminaire de la conference est maintenant disponible en format PDF sur notre site web: http://www.csih.org/ccih/prefre.pdf ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ PREAVIS: ASSEMBLEE GENERALE ANNUELLE 2001 DE LA SCSI L'assemblee generale annuelle de la Societe canadienne de sante internationale aura lieu a 17h00 lundi le 19 novembre, 2001 a l'Hotel Crowne Plaza d'Ottawa. Cette assemblee se tiendra en parallel avec la 8e Conference canadienne sur la sante internationale. Veuillez surveiller votre courrier ainsi que le site web de la SCSI pour plus de renseignements. http://www.csih.org ~~~~~~~~~~ OFFRE D'EMPLOI SCSI: JEUNESSE EN SANTE UKRAINE-CANADA- ADJOINT(e) ADMINISTRATIF(ve) LA SCSI est a la recherche d'un(e) adjoint(e) admnistratif(ve) a temps partiel (trois jours par semaine) pour son projet Jeunesse en Sante Ukraine-Canada. Le poste se situe a Ottawa, au bureau principal de la SCSI. Qualifications: -Plusieurs annees d'experience dans le domaine de l'administration -Maitrise de l'anglais. La connaissance du francais serait un atout -Excellentes aptitudes en matiere de communication ecrite et verbale -Excellentes aptitudes d'entregent et comprehension inter-culturelle -Excellentes aptitudes de travail-en-equipe -Bonnes connaissances des logiciels Microsoft Word et Excel -Connaissance fonctionel des logiciels Microsoft Access et PowerPoint -Excellent sens d'organisation -Bonne capacite de travailler sous pression et respecter des delais serres Pour plus d'information, veuillez contacter l'adresse ci-dessous. Les candidats repondant a ce profil sont demandes d'envoyer leur resume a l'adresse suivante avant le 17 octobre, 2001. Projet Jeunesse en Sante- Ukraine Canada Societe canadienne de sante internationale Un Rue Nicholas, Suite 1105 Ottawa (Ontario) K1N 7B7 Courriel: [log in to unmask] Telecopieur: (613) 241-3845 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ OFFRE D'EMPLOI AGENT(e) DE SOUTIENT La SCSI est a la recherche d'un agent(e) de soutient a temps partiel (3 jours par semaine) pour son projet Jeunesse en Sante Ukraine-Canada. Le poste se situe a Ottawa, au bureau principal de la SCSI. Qualifications: -Bonne maitrise de l'anglais -Experience de travail dans un bureau et familiarite avec l'equipement (photocopieuse, telecopieur, etc...) -Bonnes connaissances des logiciels suivant: Microsoft Word, Access et Excel -Faire preuve d'autonomie ainsi qu'une bonne capacite de travail en equipe -Excellent sens d'entregent Ceci est un poste de niveau d'entree qui serait ideal pour une personne diplomee d'un programme de formation admnistrative. Pour plus d'information, veuillez contacter l'adresse ci-dessous. Les candidats repondant a ce profil sont demandes d'envoyer leur resume a l'adresse suivante avant le 17 octobre, 2001. Projet Jeunesse en Sante- Ukraine Canada Societe canadienne de sante internationale Un Rue Nicholas, Suite 1105 Ottawa (Ontario) K1N 7B7 Courriel: [log in to unmask] Telecopieur: (613) 241-3845 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ OFFRE D'EMPLOI AVEC LA SCSI COORDONATEUR/TRICE DU PROJET D'INFORMATION SUR LA SANTE EN CAUCASIE DU SUD La SCSI est a la recherche d'un individu pour remplir le poste de coordonateur ou coordonatrice de la deuxieme phase du Projet d'information sur la sante en Caucasie du Sud a Ottawa, Ontario. Ce projet, finance par l'ACDI, a pour but de developper la capacite de maintenir un reseau d'information sur la sante en Armenie, Azerbaijan et en Georgie. Faisant rapport au chef du projet, la coordonatrice ou le coordonnateur aidera dans la gestion du Projet d'information sur la sante en Caucasie du Sud. Taches associees a la fonction: -Preparation des documents d'ebauches de strategies, plans de travail, budgets et rapports -Surveillance des budgets de projet, preparation des ebauches de rapports financiers -Ecriture de lettres d'entente pour les participants du projet -Aide dans le developpement et la mise en place d'un systeme d'evaluation et de surveillance du projet -Coordination et participation dans les missions de revue du projet, selon le besoin -Coordination et participation dans les divers reunions des comites du projet -Developpement, planification et organisation de sessions de formation, par exemple, des ateliers et des excursions, selon le besoin -Aide dans le developpement et la mise en place d'une strategie de communication pour le projet Competences et experience: -Une maitrise en administration de la sante ou en gestion de la sante, dans la gestion de projets, ou un domaine semblable, avec une emphase sur la sante et/ou sur le developpement international -Un minimum de deux ans d'experience en developpement de projets, dans la mise en place et dans la gestion, y compris la gestion financiere -Bonnes connaissance du domaine de sante canadien, de la "sante dans le developpement" et des sujets prioritaires de l'Ancienne Union Sovietique -Connaissance des principes de gestion axee sur les resultats et des politiques de l'ACDI -Aptitudes demontrees en redaction de documents, de rapports et de publications -Excellentes aptitudes en matiere de communication ecrite et verbale -Excellentes aptitudes d'entregent et comprehension inter-culturelle -Capacite de travailler effectivement dans le domaine international -Bonnes connaissances de la micro informatique: Excel, PowerPoint et Word -Bonne maitrise de l'anglais -La connaissance du francais et/ou du russe serait un atout Les candidats repondant a ce profil sont demandes d'envoyer leur resume a l'adresse suivante avant le 12 octobre, 2001. Seulement les cadidats qualifies pour une entrevue seront contactes. Projet d'information sur les Caucases du sud a/s Societe canadienne pour la sante internationale Un rue Nicholas, suite 1105 Ottawa (Ontario) Canada K1N 7B7 Telecopieur: (613)241-3845 Courriel: [log in to unmask] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ RENSEIGNEMENTS PRELIMINAIRES A PROPOS DU CONCOURS DE BOURSES POSTDOCORALES DE LA FONDATION CANADIENNE DE LA RECHERCHE SUR LES SERVICES DE SANTE Veuillez noter que l'invitation a presenter des lettres d'intention sera disponible le 12 octobre, 2002. QUI : Ce concours s'adresse aux jeunes chercheurs titulaires d'un doctorat (ou sur le point d'en obtenir un) ou d'un diplome professionnel souhaitant collaborer avec des decideurs et entreprendre des recherches appliquees sur les services de sante. Les chercheurs travaillant dans les domaines des sciences sociales, des sciences humaines, des affaires, de la gestion et des sciences infirmieres sont particulierement encourages a se presenter. QUOI : Programme de formation a la recherche. Duree : Deux ans (ou equivalent a temps partiel). Comprend : Un placement dans un organisme decideur et le developpement des capacites de communication. Le programme comprend aussi au moins deux des activites suivantes : -Travail en equipe interdisciplinaire sur les questions prioritaires du systeme de sante -Acquisition de nouveaux outils et d'une nouvelle experience pour approfondir les connaissances specialisees -Enseignement aux etudiants de 2 e et de 3 e cycles ou mentorat des etudiants diplomes VALEUR : Bourse de 45 000 $ par an (ou equivalent en temps partiel) et allocation de 5 000 $ par an. QUAND : Les laureats auront jusqu'a un an pour entamer leur programme. Veuillez prendre connaissance des renseignements complets sur le concours, y compris les criteres d'admissibilite en visitant le site: www.fcrss.ca/programs/cadre/postdocs/index_f.shtml Les candidatures doivent etre recues le 30 novembre 2001 Ce concours de bourses est organise dans le cadre du programme CRARDE (Capacite de recherche appliquee, de recherche de developpement et d'evaluation dans les services de sante et en sciences infirmieres), partenariat entre la fondation et les Instituts de recherche en sante du Canada. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ LES SUBVENTIONS DE RECHERCHE DE L'ICREF L'Institut canadien de recherches sur les femmes offre annuellement des subventions de recherche de 2 500 $ a des projets favorisant l'amelioration des conditions de vie des femmes. Cette annee, 10 subventions seront accordees. La recherche peut etre l'objet d'une proposition complete en elle-meme ou faire partie d'une etude de plus grande envergure. Le travail peut en etre a ses debuts ou etre un projet en cours. Une representation regionale et linguistique equilibree sera un facteur dans le choix de l'octroi des subventions. Le projet doit apporter une contribution importante a la recherche feministe; la methodologie et le langage doivent etre non-sexistes, non-racistes et non-homophobes. La preference sera accordee a des projets venant de la communaute, ayant une methodologie bien developpee et menant au changement positif pour les femmes. La priorite ira aux projets venant de groupes de femmes ou entrepris par des chercheur-es qui commencent a s'affirmer dans le domaine de la recherche. Veuillez noter que l'ICREF ne subventionne pas la recherche qui est effectuee en fonction de l'obtention d'un grade universitaire ni l'aide a la publication (i.e. pour publier un projet de recherche complete), ni l'organisation de conferences et d'ateliers. Vous pouvez vous procurer le formulaire de demande de subvention au bureau de l'ICREF (613) 563-0681, ou par le biais du site Web a http://www.criaw-icref.ca Veuillez noter que la date limite pour poster votre soumission est le 16 octobre. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ APPEL DE PROPOSITIONS PROGRAMME DES PETITES SUBVENTIONS, PHASE II : 2001 - 2003 En collaboration avec la Societe canadienne de sante internationale (SCSI) et la Coalition interagences sida et developpement (CISD), l'Agence canadienne de developpement international est heureuse de lancer un appel de propositions pour des petites subventions destinees a encourager de nouveaux partenariats entre des organisations canadiennes et des organisations de pays en developpement ou en transition au sujet des questions prioritaires touchant le vih/sida. Les propositions doivent parvenir a la Societe canadienne de sante internationale (SCSI) d'ici au 13 novembre 2001, a 16h30 HNE. Les propositions recues apres cette date ne pourront en aucun cas etre examinees. Prevoyez suffisamment de temps si vous expediez votre proposition par la poste ou par messager; vous pouvez aussi la faire parvenir a la SCSI par courrier electronique, dans les delais prescrits. Toutefois, les lettres de collaboration doivent etre expediees par la poste ou par messager puisqu'elles doivent porter l'original des signatures. Pour plus de renseignments, veuillez consulter le site web de la SCSI: http://www.csih.org/HIVcall_for_proposals_f.html ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ UNE MISE-A-JOUR DE LA SCSI: PARTERNARIAT POUR L'EQUITE DE LA SANTE MONDIALE Nous tenons a remercier tous ceux qui ont soumis une demande de subvention. La reponse a notre appel a ete exceptionelle. Puisque la majorite des soumissions repondent aux exigeances de l'application, la revision et l'annonce finale des recipients sera possiblement retardee. Veuillez surveiller notre site web a http://www.csih.org/index_f pour plus de renseignements. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ FEUILLET D'INFORMATION DE L'ICREF SUR LES FEMMES, LA SANTE ET L'ACTION Le plus recent feuillet d'information de l'Institut canadien de recherches sur les femmes est disponible en copies papier ou sur le site Web dans les deux langues officielles. Le feuillet d'information < Femmes, sante et action > porte sur la relation entre la sante le revenu et la situation sociale, l'impact du racisme et de l'environnement sur la sante, et examine differents facteurs tels que l'estime de soi, la nutrition, l'image corporelle, l'activite physique, le soutien social et spirituel, le tabagisme ainsi que les systemes de soin de sante qui etablissent des liens entre ces facteurs et le contexte socioeconomique et politique. Ce feuillet d'information contient aussi une section sur les ressources et les possibilites d'action. Pour obtenir une ou plusieurs copies-papier, veuillez communiquer avec l'ICREF :[log in to unmask] (613) 563-0681 151, rue Slater, bureau 408 Ottawa (Ontario), Canada, K1P 5H3 ou pour obtenir des copies a partir de leur site Web : <http://www.criaw-icref.ca/health-f.htm> Si vous trouvez que les feuillets d'information de l'ICREF vous sont utiles, s.v.p. songez a devenir membre de l'ICREF pour nous aider a poursuivre ce genre d'initiative ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ IL EST MAINTENANT AUSSI FACILE DE SUIVRE L'ACTUALITE DANS LE DOMAINE DE LA SANTE QUE D'OUVRIR SON COURRIER ELECTRONIQUE Si vous voulez vous abonner au service de nouvelles gratuit de Sante Canada, visitez le site web suivant: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/francais/actual.htm#nouvelles inscrivez votre adresse de courrier electronique et appuyez sur le bouton "Abonne". Un message de bienvenue confirmera votre inscription. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ CONSEILS AUX VOYAGEURS DU GOUVERNEMENT CANADIEN Le ministere des Affaires etrangeres et du Commerce international vous offre un Bulletin de voyage hebdomadaire qui indique les points chauds du globe qu'il vaut mieux eviter. Le Bulletin de cette semaine porte sur les sujets suivants : Crise aux E.-U. et voyages a l'etranger: A la suite de l'intervention militaire engagee en Afghanistan par les pays de la coalition, dont le Canada, les ressortissants canadiens qui se trouvent a l'etranger pourraient etre exposes a des risques sensiblement plus eleves. La participation du Canada pourrait engendrer des sentiments anti-canadiens et susciter des represailles a travers le monde. Le ministere recommande aux Canadiens d'etre particulierement vigilants et d'eviter les situations qui risquent de degenerer en manifestations ou en actes de violence politique. Vous devriez limiter vos deplacements au cours des jours qui viennent et rester en contact avec le bureau du gouvernement canadien le plus rapproche. Soyez attentifs a l'evolution de la situation locale et aux bulletins de nouvelles la ou vous vous trouvez, et suivez les conseils des autorites locales. Il pourrait se produire des retards dans les aeroports et les autres centres de transport. Veuillez en tenir compte dans vos projets de deplacement. Les Canadiens aux prises avec des problemes specifiques peuvent egalement communiquer avec le Centre des operations du ministere des Affaires etrangeres et du Commerce international, qui est ouvert 24 heures sur 24, sept jours par semaine : Tel. : 613-996-8885 Courriel : [log in to unmask] Fax : 613-943-1054 Si vous ne l'avez deja fait, le Ministere vous conseillons de vous inscrire comme voyageur en communicant directement avec le bureau du gouvernement canadien accredite aupres du pays ou vous residez, ou encore en ligne par l'entremise du site web (www.voyage.gc.ca/Consular-f/For_Dest/canadian_offices-f.htm). Ils sont prets a venir en aide aux ressortissants canadiens qui sont aux prises avec des problemes ou qui ont besoin de conseils et de suggestions dans les jours a venir. On recommande aux Canadiens qui envisagent de voyager a l'etranger au cours des prochains jours d'evaluer attentivement la necessite de ces deplacements. Il peut s'averer tout particulierement dangereux de voyager dans certains pays. On trouvera des details a jour au sujet de ces pays dans les Conseils aux voyageurs, qui se trouvent sur le Web a l'adresse www.voyage.gc.ca/destinations/menu_f.htm.Crise aux E.-U. et voyages a l'etranger Pour obtenir des renseignements complementaires, veuillez communiquer avec le Ministere par telephone en composant le 1 800 267-6788 ou le (613) 944-6788 par Internet http://voyage.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/destinations/menu_f.htm, par courrier electronique ([log in to unmask]) ou par telecopieur en faisant appel au service FaxCall au 1 800 575-2500 ou au (613) 944-2500. Voyages internationaux: Les voyageurs canadiens peuvent s'inscrire au site Web du ministere des Affaires etrangeres et du Commerce international, a l'adresse www.voyage.gc.ca en cliquant sur Inscription des Canadiens a l'etranger - ROCA, au bas de la page. On trouve egalement sur le site les coordonnees des bureaux du gouvernement du Canada a l'etranger. Sante Canada ecourage les voyageurs de determiner les risques associes au voyage en consultant un medecin ou un specialiste en sante de voyage bien avant un voyage outre mer. A cet effet, Sante Canada offre un site web d'information sur la sante a l'intention des voyageurs incluant une liste de cliniques sante-voyage au http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/pphb-dgspsp/tmp-pmv/pub_f.html Vous pouvez egalement obtenir des renseignements en composant le 613-957-8739 ou encore par telecopieur en faisant appel au service FaxLink au 613-941-3900. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Claire Wilkins PAHO Liaison and Administrative Assistant Canadian Society for International Health One Nicholas St., Suite 1105 Ottawa, ON K1N 7B7 Canada Tel: (613) 241-5785 ext. 306 / Fax (613) 241-3845 [log in to unmask] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=