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HDDFLASH ISSUE no. 1, May 15, 1996
Electronic newsletter and archiving service on human development issues
World Bank
Human Development Department (HDD)
e-mail: hddflash@worldbank.org
http://www.worldbank.org/html/hcovp/hdd/contents.html
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Dear Subscribers:
You will have noticed that our name has changed from PHNFLASH to HDDFlash.
This is with the inclusion of the Education Group as partners with the
population, health and nutrition group as we move to a totally integrated
approach to investing in people.
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PRIORITIES AND STRATEGIES FOR EDUCATION:
A WORLD BANK REVIEW
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The following is a foreword by Mr. Armeane Choksi, Vice President of Human
Capital Development taken from "Priorities and Strategies for Education: A
World Bank Review," World Bank, Washington, D.C., 1995
Education produces knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes. It is
essential for civic order and citizenship and for sustained economic
growth and the reduction of poverty. Education is also about culture; it
is the main instrument for disseminating the accomplishments of human
civilization. These multiple purposes make education a key area of public
policy in all countries. Its importance is recognized in several
international conventions and in many national constitutions. In 1990 it
was the subject of a landmark international meeting: the World Conference
on Education for All, held in Jomtien, Thailand, under the joint
sponsorship of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the United
Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), the
United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), and the World Bank.
The civic purpose of education -- the sharing of values throughout
society -- is becoming more salient in light of the widespread political
liberalization of the past decade. This trend, which is most notable in
Eastern Europe and Central Asia, also includes the consolidation of
civilian democratic rule in Latin America, the introduction of multi-party
systems in Africa, and the devolution of political power to subnational
levels of government in many regions of the world.
Research and experience have also led to a deeper understanding of how
education contributes to economic growth, the reduction of poverty, and
the good governance essential for implementing sound economic and social
policies. In line with these changing circumstances and perceptions, the
World Bank's financing of education has grown rapidly in the past fifteen
years, and the Bank is now the single largest source of external finance
for education in low- and middle-income countries. Projects to support
primary and lower-secondary education -- basic education -- have become
increasingly prominent in Bank lending for the sector. This emphasis is
in harmony with the recommendations of the World Conference on Education
for All.
The expansion of World Bank lending for education has been accompanied by
a series of studies on education policy in developing countries: Education
in Sub-Saharan Africa (1988), Primary Education (1990), Vocational and
Technical Education and Training (1991), and Higher Education (1994). In
addition, recent World Development Reports -- Poverty (1990), The
Challenge of Development (1991), Investing in Health (1993), and Workers
in all Integrating World (1995) -- have highlighted the importance of
education for development.
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WHAT'S NEW IN THE PHNFLASH ARCHIVE?
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The following document contains the bibliography of the latest
acquisitions by the American Public Health Association Clearinghouse.
Filename Title
mcu008 APHA New Acquisitions no. 41, October-December 1995
- includes articles about breastfeeding, child care, child nutrition,
food security, gender, information, education and communica-
tions, maternity and work, micronutrients and women's
health.
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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Global TB Programme, World Health Organization (WHO), Geneva, Switzerland
- Public Health Specialist (Medical Officer or Scientist)
Closing date: May 31, 1996
WHO is currently recruiting a public health specialist (medical officer or
scientist) for its Global Tuberculosis Programme (GTB), based in WHO
Headquarters in Geneva. The GTB mission is to lead, strengthen and support
the international community to eliminate TB as a global public health
problem, especially in poor and disadvantaged communities.
The selected applicant will work in the National Programme Support Unit
(NPS), which has the following three objectives: (i) establish effective
National Tuberculosis Programmes; (ii) Expand the knowledge base on TB
control; (iii) establish globally accepted norms for TB control.
Qualifications:
- degree in medicine or other health sciences and postgraduate degree in
public health
- minimum five years experience in disease control programmes, preferably
in several countries, experience in team leadership and negotiation for
infrastructure and policy change at national or international level
- excellent writing and public speaking skills, as well as diplomacy and
proven ability to work in an international environment. Specifically, the
ability to articulate compelling reasons for the Programme approach and
the rationale behind its strategy
- Good technical competence in establishing and managing TB programmes is
an asset, as well as the ability to assess strengths and weaknesses of
existing TB control activities.
The incumbent will be working as technical backstop from Headquarters to
TB control activities organized by WHO's Regional Offices, in particular
the African Region. He/she will provide direct technical assistance to
high priority countries, assist NPS to develop programme policy and
technical guidelines and monitor the trend of the global TB epidemic.
Net annual salary: US$ 90 000 to 100 000, depending on qualifications.
Interested candidates should send a resume and covering letter to:
Dr Sergio Spinaci, Chief, National Programme Support,
Global TB Programme, World Health Organization, 20 Avenue Appia, 1211
Geneva 27,Switzerland;
Fax: +41 22 791 4199 or e-mail: SpinaciS@who.ch
The Micronutrient Initiative (MI)- Senior Programme Officer, Food
Technology Specialist
Closing date: June 14, 1996.
The MI is an international secretariat housed within IDRC (International
Development Research Centre) whose mission is to facilitate the
achievement of global goals related to the elimination of micronutrient
deficiencies. The MI is governed by a Steering Committee comprised of
representatives of its sponsoring institutions which include IDRC, CIDA,
the World Bank, UNICEF and the UNDP.
The MI is currently seeking for a food technology specialist for the
Ottawa office.
Working within the framework of the MI's strategy and program priorities,
the incumbent will identify opportunities for MI support in food
fortification and technology development and transfer;promote
public-private partnerships; assess and develop proposals; manage and
evaluate projects; and provide specialized advice and professional
guidance to external contacts working to advance efforts to fortify
commonly eaten foods (eg., flour, fats and oils) with micronutrients.
Qualifications:
- Graduate degree in food sciences or food technology or field related to
the food industry. An equivalent combination of education and experience
will be considered;
- Minimum 10 years working experience in progressively responsible
positions in the private or public sectors, program development and
administration;
- Demonstrate ability to work and communicate with food industry leaders,
government representatives, development assistance managers, and
researchers in industrialized or developing countries;
- Demonstrate high level of familiarity with international issues
pertaining to sustainable development coupled with working experience in
developing countries, and proven ability to operate with tact and
sensitivity to socio-cultural differences;
- Able to undertake travel assignments.
Experience in a developing country, and bilingualism are definite assets.
TERM: Two year contract
Qualified candidates should forward their CV and covering
letter to:
Competitions
Office for Human Resources
IDRC
PO Box 8500
Ottawa, Ontario
Canada K1G 3H9
fax: (613)238-7230
Salary commensurate with experience.
MI IS COMMITTED TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.
United Nations Administrative Committee on Coordination (ACC)/Sub
Committee on Nutrition (SCN), Geneva, Switzerland - Technical Secretary
Closing Date: May 24, 1996
Responsible for tasks assigned by the SCN to the Secretariat in the
implementation of the mandate given by the ACC, notably:
- to prepare, organize and service meetings of the ACC SCN, its Advisory
Group on Nutrition, as well as symposia, working parties, seminars, or
other meetings convened by or under the auspices of the SCN. The work
involves preparation of technical and non-technical documentation for
discussion, participation in the work of the meeting, and drafting of
reports and conclusions of the meetings.
- prepare work programs for the SCN for consideration by the SCN and other
ACC subsidiary bodies requiring submission of a biennial budget for
endorsement by the SCN, as well as a program of work to be carried out
within the context of the SCN's mandate.
- to manage agreed programs of work of the SCN involving:
* collection, analysis and publication as appropriate of data and
information on aspects of international nutrition, in close collaboration
with participating UN agencies and other collaborating institutions
* compilation and interpretation of information in relation to
implications for policies and programs affecting nutrition
* selection and recruitment of consultants and experts to assist in
carrying out the tasks
* arranging for production, publication and distribution of SCN reports,
bulletins, and other publications
* ensure provision of funds for program activities from participating UN
agencies, bilateral or other governmental or non-governmental agencies
- to ensure follow-up action on decisions and recommendations made at
meetings of the SCN, and other UN fora, keeping members currently informed
- to bring attention of the SCN, individual members, or the AGN, as
appropriate, matters deemed to require attention of the bodies concerned,
together with recommendations or suggestions suitable for action
- to represent ACC/SCN, together with its chairman where appropriate, at
meetings of other international, governmental, or nongovernmental bodies
as well as bilateral agencies and the scientific community, thus inter
alia contributing to advocacy of the cause of nutrition
- responsible for work of the Secretariat including technical contents of
reports and publications. Involves supervision of staff, issuance of all
documentation, maintenance of financial control over the income and
expenditures, including report to donors, communications with all
participating and collaborating bodies, and the physical accommodation of
the Secretariat
- to perform such other duties as required, notably as requested by the
Chairman, SCN
Qualifications:
- University degree in nutrition, health, social science or closely
related field, including aspects of agriculture, with appropriate
postgraduate training; either undergraduate or postgraduate qualification
should include a concentration in nutrition
- 10 years experience, including field experience in nutrition,
nutritional policy and programs and related subjects
- experience in quantitative analysis (e.g. epidemiology, policy analysis)
in relation to nutritional status and its determinants, desirable
- full working knowledge of English, working knowledge of other official
UN languages desirable
- ability and initiative to supervise a UN interagency activity including
strong drafting ability as well as ability to work harmoniously with
officials from UN member countries and with other international
governmental and nongovernmental organizations
familiarity with current problems in international nutrition, in
particular those of developing world
Terms: Two years, with possibility of extension
Submit CV format of any one of the UN organizations,
supplemented with any details deemed important, including a covering
letter to: Chairman, ACC/SCN, c/o World Health Organization, 20 Avenue
Appia, CH 1211 Geneva 27 Switzerland; fax: 41 22 798 88 91, tel: 41 22 791
04 56, e-mail: ACCSN@who.ch