FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology — creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of: Deputy Director, Technical
Description:
The Deputy Chief of Party & Senior Technical Advisor (DCOP) will be responsible for the overall technical oversight of the project and is specifically responsible for project implementation that relates to facility and community level service delivery. The DCOP reports directly to the COP and will take a leadership role in ensuring technical implementation of high impact, proven interventions and ensure the project meets stated goals and reporting requirements. Recruitment is contingent upon successful award of the project and the selection of the final applicant is subject to USAID approval.
Job Summary / Responsibilities:
- Assume the responsibilities of the COP in the absence of the COP.
- Coordinate among USAID and key stakeholders and other implementing partners and will interact with numerous Government of Burundi institutions and representatives, particularly at the county-level.
- Take a technical leadership role in coordination with Government of Burundi and other partners
- Must be knowledgeable about current implementation science and state-of-the-art service delivery approaches
- Build capacity of staff, implementing partners, government counterparts, and other stakeholders working with the project.
- Contribute to work plans, quarterly and annual reports, financial reports, and other reports and papers summarizing project results and evidence.
- Deliver presentations at professional meetings and conferences.
Qualifications:
- At least 10 years demonstrated state-of-the-art experience within the capacity at a mid- or senior level in these areas HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment, health systems strengthening, strengthening of laboratory services, quality improvement/quality assurance, M&E; and operations research.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with government representatives, for-profit private sector entities, local community organizations, donors and other stakeholders, particularly at the sub-national level.
- Professional level of oral and written fluency in English language.
- Medical Degree preferred, and a Master’s Degree in public health or related field.
- At least 10 years of experience in managing and implementing complex public health programs of similar scope and size in a development context, with at least five of those years in Africa.
- At least five years of demonstrated experience in managing and supervising a technical team and in project design.
- Ability to work independently and manage a high volume work flow.
- Professional level of oral and written fluency in French and English language
- Willingness to travel to program areas within Burundi.
This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
We offer competitive compensation and an outstanding benefit package. Please click here to visit FHI 360's Career Center for a list of all open positions.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is an equal employment and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.
We offer competitive compensation and an outstanding benefit package. Please click here to visit FHI 360's Career Center for a list of all open positions.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is an equal employment and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.
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