Director, Health Systems Strengthening

Country:	US, DC
City:	Washington
Req ID:	4250
Description
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 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position ofDirector, Health Systems Strengthening in Washington, D.C. Position Description: The Director, Health Systems Strengthening is responsible for developing FHI 360 leadership and capacity in health systems strengthening (HSS) and quality improvement, including reviewing the organizations’ strategic vision and implementing the operational plan; for providing technical assistance to the HSS component of country programs, including  evaluating and designing HSS strategies in relation to disease control programs; for building the capacity of FHI 360 staff, partners and clients in HSS through training and mentoring; for designing HSS proposals and promoting the integration of systems thinking across multisectoral programs and departments. The incumbent should possess a high level of technical/scientific knowledge of health systems issues, an in-depth expertise in one or more components of health systems such as, for instance, human resources for health and experience in quality improvement. Job Responsibilities: Manages the Health Systems Strengthening unit, and mentors and supervises the staff of the unit. Develops and provides technical/scientific and management leadership, as well as personnel and budget oversight. Identifies funding opportunities and participates in the development and writing of proposals and leads HSS proposal development teams. Participates in technical and programmatic reviews of programs, including quality assurance efforts. Supports country programs in applying HSS and  quality improvement approaches and provides on-site support to staff at the policy, facility and community levels if needed. Supports country programs to design scale up strategies to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of health systems. Provides technical assistance and contributions through the review and evaluation of the HSS component of programs. Documents and publishes the results of HSS work of FHI 360. Represents FHI 360 at scientific meetings and with funders such as USAID, NIH, CDC as well as private foundations, international organizations, and implementing agencies. Ensures coordination with other FHI 360 units, departments and groups to foster collaboration, innovative approaches and technical excellence. Minimum Requirements: MS/MPH in relevant field and 13-15 years of relevant experience that includes 9-11 years of supervisory experience. and/or MD or PhD in relevant field and 11-13 years of relevant experience that includes 9-11 years of supervisory experience. Minimum 7-10 years in-country experience Demonstrated experience in leading organizational units and/or project teams. Proven skills in resource development including identifying opportunities and leading or participating in the proposal development process. Ability to influence change and build strong relations with various stakeholders (donors, partners, country programs). Expertise in one of the core topic areas of health systems strengthening. Substantial experience planning, implementing, and monitoring and evaluating programs in developing countries. Excellent English written and verbal communication skills; knowledge of French and/or Portuguese would be desirable. Ability to travel internationally as needed. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center at http://www.fhi360.org/careers or through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application. AA/EOE/M/F/V/D