Vacancies at FHI 360

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 education, health, nutrition, economic development, civil society, environment, gender, youth, research and technology – creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries and all U.S. states and territories.

Vision
FHI 360 envisions a world in which all individuals and communities have the opportunity to reach their highest potential.

Mission
To improve lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions for human development.

Deputy Chief of Party, Technical

 

The Deputy Chief of Party, Technical (DCOP, Technical) will provide technical and management leadership, develop technical strategies and oversee the design and implementation of programs for the USAID-funded Strengthening Integrated Delivery of HIV/AIDS Services (SIDHAS) project, a project with $333,565,712 budget ceiling

• Provides technical expertise and leadership for the design and implementation of HIV/AIDS prevention, care, treatment and support programs.


• Works in close coordination with the DCOP, Management, and supports the Chief of Party (COP), and relevant staff of USAID/Nigeria.


• Provides leadership and supervision to the Directors of Laboratory/ Health System Strengthening (HSS), Prevention, Care and Treatment, and Monitoring and Evaluation.


• Ensures that high quality and state of the art HIV prevention, care and treatment interventions are implemented in a timely manner and in coordination and collaboration with SIDHAS, United System Government (USG) partners and the Government of Nigeria (GON).


• Oversees quality assurance program for all technical aspects of the Project.


• Participates in the SIDHAS management team and represents the COP in his/her absence.


• Ensures relevant technical training and staff development in the GHAIN Project.


• Represents the SIDHAS Project and FHI360 at local and international meetings.


• Ensures that appropriate strategies, policies and SOP’s are developed and implemented in accordance to FHI360, USAID, OGAC and Nigerian regulations.


• Ensures effective supervision of the Country Office staff assigned to him/her.


• Assists with the management, development and monitoring of work plans and budgets; ensures appropriate levels of technical assistance for interventions.


• Provide technical assistance through the review and/or writing of protocols, papers, reports to ensure accuracy and appropriateness.  


• Contributes to resource development efforts that will support achievement of project objectives.  


• Performs other duties assigned by the COP.


• Master’s degree and ten years professional health care experience including at least five years specialized experience in HIV/AIDS care in developing country settings plus at least four years management experience.


• Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.


• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.

Applied Knowledge & Skills

• Experience in the management of HIV/AIDS


• Considerable experience in designing and implementing HIV/AIDS care and support projects in developing countries.


• Sound knowledge of ongoing and emerging issues in relation to HIV/AIDS care, treatment and support, as well as HIV prevention.


• Proven skills in management, supervision and leadership.


• Familiarity with the scientific literature on HIV/AIDS and with research on care and treatment issues.


• Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the political and ethical issues surrounding HIV infection.


• Ability to manage projects, consultants, set realistic priorities, and plan for the successful implementation of programs.


• Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, subcontractors, consultants, and recipients of assistance.


• Well-developed written and oral communication skills.

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.

 

With the Country Director, the Project Director will provide overall leadership and management of a five-year project to support improvements in reproductive, maternal, newborn, and child health (RMNCH) outcomes in Nigeria.

Vision and Strategy

• Provide overall vision, strategic leadership and planning, and guidance to project, including technical direction, quality assurance, and overall accountability for achieving project results as specified by USAID/Nigeria and each Task Order


• Serve as primary liaison with USAID, other donors, government and other stakeholders and USAID implementing partners


• Oversee Task Order technical responses and state implementation in collaboration with Task Order Key Personnel, ensuring strategic and functional integration of all technical areas as well as strong collaboration with State and LGA public and private sector actors and civil society organizations


• Provide leadership to project teams, ensuring clarity over plans and priorities and encouraging effective teamwork

Management 

• Responsible for meeting all contractual deliverables and obligations


• Maintain financial accountability


• Ensure that project resources are utilized in accordance with applicable FHI 360 and USAID policies and procedures


• Oversee production of timely and accurate financial and programmatic reporting to USAID and FHI 360 as required


• Perform other duties as assigned.


• Post-graduate degree in International Health, Social Sciences, Management or related discipline


• Minimum of 10 years of experience


• Demonstrated progressive relevant professional experience leading and managing complex projects that are strategic in nature and national/international in scope


• Strong management capacity and ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously as well as demonstrated ability to deliver on results

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 committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or activities.

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