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: Director, Technical
Description:
The APC project in Botswana seeks to advance and support community programs that improve access to care/treatment and retention on care/treatment in 7 PEPFAR priority districts to achieve the global 90-90-90 targets. At the community level, the project will work to engage communities through Community Based Organizations (CBOs), local leaders and community members to become active participants in addressing the HIV & AIDS challenges that affect their communities, using a combination of community outreach, community HTC and CTBC approaches, together with strengthened referrals for clinical services. In addition to the shift to treatment and care interventions at the community level, APC will target adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) to increase their access to HIV and GBV prevention interventions, and decrease gender-based violence, discrimination, and other barriers to HIV prevention, treatment, and care.
Job Summary / Responsibilities:
This position leads the development and implementation of the APC project’s technical strategy in Botswana. The post holder works closely with the Director; Deputy Director; FHI 360 technical staff in Botswana, regional office and at HQ; JSI; USAID, and relevant Government staff in ensuring technical efficacy of the project.
- Provides technical oversight to the APC project to ensure compliance with FHI 360, USAID and Botswana Government technical standards, policies and procedures for HIV/AIDS interventions
- Provides continuous technical review, guidance and leadership to the APC project’s technical strategy to ensure it conforms to local and international best practices of HIV/AIDS programming
- Designs, monitors and evaluates project activities regarding recruitment, orientation, and supervision of technical teams who lead these activities
- Supports technical capacity building of local partners and contributes to the achievement of the overall strategic goals of the APC project in Botswana
- Supports management with recommendations for technical process improvement to achieve strategic goals.
Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree or its International Equivalent - Knowledge/Information Services, Communications, Education, Environment, Health, Behavioral, Life/Social Sciences International Development, Human Development or Related Field.
- Typically requires 10+ years of project management experience within a relevant area.
- 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.
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.
