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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 of Technical Advisor I, Health Systems
Strengthening in Bujumbura, Burundi
Postion Summary:
Provides overall leadership in the technical area of
Health Systems Strengthening to the Integrated Health Program (IHP) in
Burundi, an integrated health services program funded by the United States
Agency for International Development (USAID). The focus of the Integrated
Health Project in Burundi will be on increasing the use of quality integrated
health and support services, underpinned by strengthened health systems and
structures. Availability of position is contingent upon award of
IHP to FHI 360. Selection of final applicant is subject to USAID approval.
Major Responsibilities:
- Provide
technical leadership, technical assistanceand capacity building in
health systems strengthening (HSS) and quality improvement (QI), to
strengthen integrated service delivery
- In
harmony with the national policy, develop and disseminate normative
tools and training materials to strengthen the capacity of staff and
local partners on health systems strengthening and QI activities (as
outlined above)
- Monitor
implementation of HSS and QI related activities in the field and ensure
timely completion of objectives
- Assemble
and lead the HSS technical team to carry out assessments and capacity
building exercises for local partners
- Produce
and present papers at local, regional and international fora to share
experiences and emerging best practices
- Develop/produce
contractual deliverables (quarterly, annual, field project evaluations,
etc.) in conjunction with other key staff and external evaluators
- Work
closely with Project staff and implementing partners to identify,
document, and disseminate best practices.
Minimum Requirements:
- Minimum
of a Master’s Degree in health or social sciences, or a related degree
relevant to the field of public health.
- At
least five years demonstrated state-of-the-art experience in at least
three of the following areas: health policy development and
dissemination; capacity building; professional leadership development;
performance-based financing; procurement and supply management; facility
renovations; strategic information and data management systems; local
organization capacity building; and/or subaward management.
- At
least three years demonstrated experience in managing and supervising a
team.
- Relevant
computer software skills (including, at a minimum, the standard
applications in MS Office)
- High
proficiency in both English and French required, fluency preferred
- Ability
to work independently and manage a high volume work flow
- Strong
written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated
ability to create and maintain effective working relations with MOH
personnel, implementing partners, and U.S. and foreign government
organizations
- Comprehensive
understanding of the Burundi context
- Usual
office work; ability to travel domestically and/or occasionally
internationally for conferences and workshops.
- Overseas/international
experience required, preferably in Burundi or similar context in the
region
FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested
candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center at 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
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