[afro-nets] FHi New Job Opportunity!

Family Health International (FHI) is dedicated to improve lives through a highly diversified program of research. Since our inception in 1971, FHI has formed partnerships with national governments and local communities in dozens of countries throughout the developing world to support lasting improvements in the health of individuals and the effectiveness of health care systems. We seek qualified candidates for the position of Project Director in Mozambique.

Position Responsibilities:

The Project Director will be responsible for the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of a large scale HIV community services program funded by USAID. The PD will have responsibility for providing management support specifically to the Project. Support the development and implementation of activities and ensure efficient and coordinated Project implementation.

Liaise with: international organizations; government counterparts; and implementing agencies in order to ensure effective implementation of the Project. Liaise with USAID and FHI/Maputo Senior Staff. H/she will support the development of Project plans and implementation. The PD must be a proven leader in international development preferably in comprehensive, holistic, and/or integrated health projects. H/she will have proven leadership experience. Proven skills in management, supervision, and networking. Design and implementation of comprehensive development programs. Strong ability to manage budgets and USAID funded projects. Responsibility for reporting and communication with the government, donor, and other stakeholders. *Offer contingent upon awarded proposal.

Minimum Requirements:

BS/BA in social sciences, public health or related field, and 9 - 11 years relevant experience in international development programs; or MS/MA in public health or related field, and 7 - 9 years relevant experience in international development programs; Must have 5 years of supervisory experience. Overseas experience required. The Project Director will have excellent written and oral communication skills in English; Portuguese and/or Spanish language skills required.

FHI has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI's Career Center at http://www.fhi.org/en/AboutFHI/Employment/index.htm or through the International Employment section at www.fhi.org <https://mail.fhi.org/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=https://mail.fhi.org/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.fhi.org/&gt; . Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application. AA/EOE/M/F/V/D

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Rita Johnson (US - DC)
mailto:RJohnson@fhi.org