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 a Care and Treatment (C&T) Lead for the CDC/PEPFAR-funded Continuity of HIV Services during Public Health Emergency Response in High Risk Areas in the Republic of Mozambique under the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). The project aims to identify and implement interventions that will contribute to a stable platform of essential health care service delivery in order to ensure ongoing, comprehensive, and evidence-based HIV and TB prevention, care, support, and treatment interventions in high-risk geographic zones of Mozambique.
This is a full-time position based in Nampula, Pemba, or Maputo, Mozambique for a duration of five years. Mozambican nationals are strongly encouraged to apply. Availability of the position is contingent upon successful award of the project to FHI 360.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Care and Treatment Lead will be responsible for the technical direction of the project. Responsibilities include providing leadership and technical guidance in the development and implementation of comprehensive and evidence-based prevention, care, support and treatment services within HIV and TB facilities and communities under the leadership of the Principal Investigator, as well as annual phasing in of activities. This position will provide guidance in achievement of all project objectives, and in collaboration with the project team and partners, support the design of service delivery, technical assistance and capacity building strategies, based on sound and current scientific evidence. Experience in implementing successful public health programs in high-risk situations is strongly desired.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide technical oversight, strategic direction and ensure appropriate support for the implementation of program that will contribute to a stable platform of essential health care service delivery in order to ensure ongoing, comprehensive, and evidence-based HIV and TB prevention, care, support, and treatment interventions in high-risk geographic zones of Mozambique, particularly for displaced populations.
Build on existing best practices and review evidence-based clinical materials, performance support tools, supervisory systems and other learning materials needed for implementation of the project to meet the needs of CDC and the Government of the Republic of Mozambique.
Coordinate assessments, technical audits, site strengthening, follow-up and supervision, advocacy, demand creation, policy support, capacity-building and M&E across program sites as required by program activities.
Analyze potential HIV prevention and treatment strategies within the context of the project and explain these, as necessary, to policymakers, funding agencies, and/or program staff.
Work with health care providers, local authorities, community members and program team members to trace PLHIV enrolled in treatment in formal and informal resettlement sites, as well as in host communities and deliver health care services in hard-to-reach geographic high-risk zones.
Identify overall health system service delivery gaps during peace and crisis periods so that delivery models are always tailored and appropriate.
Advocate with national, district and community-level health institutions to raise awareness about their role in improving HIV health outcomes among children, adolescents, young adults, and members of vulnerable and key populations.
Provide support to MOH, professional associations, and other national stakeholders in the revision/development of evidenced-based standards for competency in HIV prevention and treatment services.
Build capacity of health care workers by providing training, information, resources, and techniques to identify, report and avoid hazards.
Collaborate with government authorities, civil society, and other IPs with expertise in the delivery of services that prioritize protections to populations vulnerable to gender and other human rights violations.
Conduct regular reporting to the PI, and program and technical staff, of successes, challenges and lessons learned in implementation.
Document successes, lessons learned and challenges in implementation as well as reports of project activities and results to the program and donor, including routine quarterly and annual reports and other reporting requirements as requested.
Actively participate in national technical working groups and represent FHI 360 in professional forums by participating and presenting in pertinent meetings and conferences.
Work closely with the PI on setting program priorities and directions and respond to requests for support from local counterparts.
Assist in the preparation of donor reports and project reports, including technical reports and expenditure reports.
Oversee data collection, analysis, use and development of conclusions and recommendations to further strengthen program implementation.
Ensure availability of resources/facilitate the procurement of equipment and supplies required for project implementation.
SUPERVISION GIVEN/RECEIVED:
Manages staff to meet departmental and organizational goals.
Manages the budgets, methods and strategies of the department.
Recommends solutions to management on strategy, operational, and business decisions that affect the department.
Typically reports to a Director.
EDUCATION:
EXPERIENCE:
Typically requires 8+ years of experience in clinical service delivery of HIV related interventions.
Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
Proven record of success working in emergency or conflict settings. Experience coordinating activities in humanitarian settings and ability to adapt to mitigating circumstances.
Demonstrated experience at a senior level participating or advising in high level MOH meetings/discussions/boards.
Demonstrated ability in monitoring similar programs and interpreting and utilizing national and sub national level data.
Demonstrated in-depth understanding of the Mozambican healthcare system or a similar context, particularly the public health system, experience living and working in Mozambique preferred
Familiarity with CDC or other USG administrative, management and reporting procedures and systems preferred.
Experience liaising with NGOs, FBOs, CBOs, the for-profit business community, and senior members of the donor community.
Proven track record managing a project team composed of several technical experts and fostering teamwork.
Ability to coach, mentor and develop technical capacity in national programs and technical staff in the areas.
Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
Knowledge of Portuguese language is highly desirable.
This job posting 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.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
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About Us
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, technology, communication and social marketing — 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.
As we evolve to meet the challenges of the future, we stand committed to the principles that have guided our organization for the last 40+ years. Our work continues to be grounded in research and science, strengthened by partnerships and focused on building the capacity of individuals, communities and countries to succeed.
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