Project Director-Zambia
Requisition - 2022201259
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, Nutrition, Environment, Education, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research, Technology and more, creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries as well as all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Project Director in Zambia, based in Lusaka, for an anticipated public health award. Confirmation of this position will be contingent upon FHI 360 securing the opportunity and upon donor prior approval.
Job Summary:
Provides overall technical and operational leadership of the assigned project, including managing the project team on a day-to-day basis. Leads and directs the start-up and implementation process, involving management of departmental or cross-functional teams. Serves as the primary point of contact for the funder/client and other key stakeholders such as the Government of Zambia. Ensures that project strategies and activities are delivered with quality and implementation fidelity, on time and within budget. Also ensures adherence to evidence-based technical approaches and international best practices, alignment with national guidelines and local legislation, compliance with award terms and conditions, and respect of organizational policies and procedures (P&Ps).

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
• Represent the project, serving as the project’s main point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Establish, serve, and maintain partnerships with internal and external stakeholders on project matters.
• Provide leadership and oversight in all technical, operational and financial activities of the project, to achieve the stated goals, objectives and targets.
• Ensure technical quality and innovations in project strategies, interventions, systems and tools.
• Coordinate and oversee program design, planning, development of key strategies, work plans and budgets, securing the necessary inputs from all key stakeholders. Ensure cost effective, high quality implementation in line with the agreed workplan and budget. Supervise and coordinate the project Senior Management Team, with clearly defined roles, timely performance management, a conducive working environment, and effective teamwork.
• Conduct quality assurance and oversight of project performance, including via periodic site visits and meetings with key stakeholders.
• Review project presentations, reports and other key deliverables for the funder/client, government and FHI 360 regional office or headquarters.
• Represent the project at stakeholder meetings and provide high-level representation to the government.
• Maintain effective lines of accountability, adequate professional development and support, and supportive supervision of all project staff as well as adherence to HR P&Ps and local labor laws.
• Responsible for creating, promoting, and maintaining safe and equitable work environments for all project personnel, including a harassment- and violence-free work culture, systems for safeguarding project participants, and promotion of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications and Desired Attributes:
• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree – or its International Equivalent – in Public Health, International Relations, International Development, or a related field. Master’s level preferred.
• Project Management (PM) Certification preferred, with demonstrated understanding of project/program management principles and practices.
• At least twelve (12) years of relevant experience in project/program management, with preference for experience leading and managing complex, donor-funded awards.
• At least eight (8) years of line management experience and demonstrated expertise leading and managing a diverse team, including staff supervision and capacity development.
• Technical expertise in HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment in both clinical and community settings.
• Demonstrated skills and experience in staff development, skills transfer and capacity sharing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, including strategic and critical thinking as well as capacity for data analysis and evidence-based decision-making.
• Proficient with applicable rules, regulations, and policies associated with international development, particularly those of INGOs.
• Ability to read, write and speak fluent English, with strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including demonstrated ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with a wide network of relevant stakeholders.
• Extensive experience in Zambia and understanding of the local context.

Technical Director, Zambia Integrated HIV
Requisition - 2022201714
Technical Director, Zambia
About 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 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: Technical Director.
Position Description:
The Technical Director will provide overall technical leadership and direction of all activities for an anticipated United States Government (USG) project which will improve health outcomes of Zambians through equitable access to high-quality, client-centered HIV, TB/HIV, MNCH, and FP/RH services, products, and information, and will strengthen the integration of services.
The Technical Director will oversee all technical aspects of project implementation. In consultation with the Chief of Party (COP), will ensure close coordination with USAID and other stakeholders, ensuring that all project interventions are of high quality and lead to measurable impact. The Technical Director will be responsible for providing overall technical and strategic leadership to the project; manage technical capacity development of the program; provide portfolio management leadership in the management, implementation, prioritization, sequencing, and selection of projects; supervise staff who support the technical aspects of the project; plans and directs schedules; monitors the program from initiation through delivery and close out.
The recruitment is contingent upon successful award of the project to FHI 360 and final USAID approval of the candidate.

Key Responsibilities:
• Leads the tactical activities for the program, developing and implementing processes and procedures to achieve strategic technical goals of the program.
• Serve as the main point of contact with regional and in-country technical experts, government counterparts and other stakeholders.
• Develops strategies and tools for the design and implementation of the project.
• Ensures the quality of implemented technical activities and systems at all levels.
• Represents FHI360 to external entities at professional meetings and conferences.
• Supervises program in-country technical staff
• Serves as primary decision maker for technical issues on the program
• Monitor implementation of program activities through periodic consultations, monthly progress review meetings, reports review, and field visits
• Oversees the strategic direction, budgetary planning, and technical processes of the project to ensure that program objectives are met

Qualification:
The Applicant must meet or exceed the qualifications listed below:
• Master’s Degree or its International Equivalent in Public Health, International Development, or related field preferred.
• Typically requires 11+ years of experience in a specialized technical/medical field of study.
• Demonstrated track record of working in teams and fostering partnerships.
• Experience with a USG contract preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to perform at a high level and apply diplomatic skills to effectively coordinate, collaborate, and partner, governments, donors, civil society, private sector.
• Oversee and leads projects, set realistic priorities, and plan for the successful implementation of activities.
• Demonstrated experience in managing international development programs.
• Demonstrated experience with strong technical/project leadership including a positive professional reputation, strong interpersonal, writing, and oral presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a high-volume workflow.
• Relevant computer software skills, including at a minimum, MS Office, etc.

Finance Management and Operations Director
About 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 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: Finance Management and Operations Director.
Job summary:
Under the guidance of the COP, provides operational oversight on financial and human resources management, efficient procurement and logistical services, contracts & grants, asset management, ICT, and general administration as well as ensuring consistency with USAID/USG’s rules and regulations. Oversees overall financial management to include budget management and monitoring, forecasting needs, procurements, management of financial systems and enforcing controls.

Key responsibilities:
• Responsible for implementing and enhancing the internal organization processes.
• Oversees reporting and monitoring of organizational performance metrics.
• Ensures compliance with USAID/PEPFAR rules, regulations and policies as regards operational issues such as contracts & grants, procurements, financial management etc.
• Manages the planning and implementation of field activities which includes oversight of budgets, grants, operational plans, reporting, and procedural and financial compliance.
• Ensures efficient management and utilization of resources in accordance with applicable FHI and donor policies and procedures.
• Applies and updates the standard operating procedures for program operations and assures consistency with USAID/PEPFAR’s regulations and policies in operational matters.
• Improve the operational systems, processes and policies in support of the objectives of the program.
• Ensures proper budgeting, expenditures tracking and audit of financial resources in accordance with USAID/PEPFAR’s rules and regulations.
• Oversees monthly and quarterly assessments and forecasts of organization's financial performance against budget, financial and operational goals.
• Oversees the management and coordination of all fiscal reporting activities for the organization including organizational revenue/expense and balance sheet reports, reports to USAID/PEPFAR’s, development and monitoring of organizational and contract/grant budgets.
• Develops and maintains systems of internal controls to safeguard financial assets of the program.
• Oversees all internal and external audits of the project; coordinates activities of independent auditors ensuring all compliance issues are met. Ensures that substantiating documentation is approved and available such that all transactions may pass independent and funder audits.
• Ensures compliance with USAID/PEPFAR’s rules, regulations and policies as regards operational issues such as vendor selection, procurements, financial management, contracts and grants, inventory management etc.
• Manages day to day processing of accounts receivable and payable; produces reports as requested.
• Oversees cash management processes, including liquidity management, recommendation of impress level, risk assessment, bank relationship management; timely accounting and reconciliation of all transactions, security for cash assets on site.
• Routinely monitors financial exception reports for unusual activities, transactions, and investigates anomalies or unusual transactions.
• Coordinates responses to requests for financial information in a timely manner regarding program challenges, subcontractor or grantee issues, or changes to work plans or budgets.
• Oversee the maintenance of the inventory of all fixed assets, assuring all are in accordance with regulations.
Operations
• Work closely and transparently with all external partners including third-party vendors and consultants.
• Oversee administrative functions as well as facilities to ensure efficient and consistent operations as the FHI 360 policies and procedures and funder rules and regulations.
• Manage project procurement processes
• Ensures continual review of internal and strategic controls, communications, risk assessments and maintenance of documentation;
• Supports partners as needed to ensure sound financial management and operations;
• Ensures that sub-contracts, sub-grants and local consultancy documents and procedures are completed in a timely and correct manner and comply with FHI 360 and funder policies and regulations; and
• Provides overall administration coordination and support to ensure an effective and efficient operating platform for the program.

Minimum requirements:
• A master’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting, other relevant field, or a bachelor’s or certified accounting degree with 10 years or more of experience;
• A minimum of eight years of experience in administrative and financial management of large scale, complex, international development assistance programs;
• Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and /or experiences in accounting, financial planning and management, and procurement, among other management support areas/functions, as required;
• Strong financial and operational management experience with proven management skills;
• Demonstrated experience and skills in developing and managing budgets with a value of over $100 million.
• Experience and working knowledge of accounting, finance, procurement and administration of PEPFAR funded awards
• Contract Management experience is a must
• A successful track record in setting priorities; keen analytic, organization and problem-solving skills which support and enable sound decision making
• Strong interpersonal and team-building skills with significant experience building strong host country national team;



Director of Strategic Information, Zambia
About FHI 360:
FHI 360 is a non-profit 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 and all U.S. states and territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of: Director of Strategic Information.

Description:
The Director of Strategic Information will oversee the monitoring, evaluation and learning components of an anticipated United States Government (USG) project which will improve health outcomes of Zambians through equitable access to high-quality, client-centered HIV, TB/HIV, MNCH, and FP/RH services, products, and information, and will strengthen the integration of services. The Director of Strategic Information will lead the development of and manages the MEL Plan and develop and maintains systems to collect data and leads data analysis to produce information on inputs, outputs, outcomes, and impact of the program. The Director of Strategic Information will collaborate with and oversees sub-grantees to provide feedback on data collection and indicators; analyzes data reported from sub-grantees and supports training of M&E personnel in quality assurance methods. The Director of Strategic Information collaborates with the program team to design operational research (OR) to support learning, evaluation, and planning, and oversees the implementation of OR projects as well as analysis, dissemination, and use. The Director of Strategic Information will share MEL data and improvement plans, as well as strategies for program improvements for greater program effects with program team. It is anticipated that the position will be based in Lusaka/Zambia and will report to the Chief of Party.
Recruitment is contingent upon successful award of the project and the selection of the final applicant is subject to USG approval.

Job Summary/Responsibilities
• Designs and oversees the monitoring, evaluation and learning activities of the project
• Leads the design, development, planning, and implementation of project evaluation activities. This includes development and dissemination of tools, materials, reports, papers, and intervention linked research
• Develop strategies and tools for the design and implementation of monitoring of specific technical components
• Work closely with the heads of projects to co-design monitoring tools, selecting indicators, and determining field monitoring responsibilities. Works to ensure tool compatibility and coordination within the M&E framework, and consistency with national and donor requirements
• Responsible for providing technical assistance, developing and setting up systems for the timely collection, management, analysis, and reporting of valid and reliable data that meet donor reporting requirements
• Focus on strengthening the M&E system, building capacity of partners and staff, and improving alignment and support to host-country M&E systems
• Develop and lead the implementation of a robust learning agenda for continuous learning, collaboration and adaptation
• Undertake periodic reviews of program and/or country M&E systems and participate in planning M&E system strengthening actions. Provide guidance on information systems for quality assurance, as well as best practices documentation and reporting
• Oversee the publication and dissemination of information on successful and promising approaches, lessons learned and other program results to program partners, donors, Government of Sudan counterparts and other key stakeholders
Required Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in monitoring and evaluation, public health, demography, social science, economics, or relevant discipline. Significant study in the health field, international development and/or program monitoring and evaluation
• At least 8 years of experience related to monitoring, evaluating and reporting on programs related to HIV/AIDS,TB, RMNCH, FP in high-burden, resource-constrained settings
• Experience in design and implementation of M&E systems for USG-funded projects
• Strong background or formal training in evaluating international development programs such as HIV/AIDS/PEPFAR
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills and ability to articulate technical information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Demonstrated expertise in rigorous quantitative and qualitative research and analytical methods
• Excellent report writing, analytical, and communication skills, including oral presentation skills
• Demonstrated statistical analysis skills and use of relevant software (SAS, SPSS, Epi Info, Atlas)