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About FHI360

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 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories.

Background

The CDC Enhancing Global Health Security (EGHS) project is a global mechanism that supports Global Health Security Agenda goals through programs and activities focused on protecting and improving health security at country and regional levels. The project is implementing activities to provide technical assistance to recipients of the Global Fund COVID-19 Response Mechanism (C19RM) grants in Cambodia. Working closely with the Local Team, we require the Project Officer with local public health experience and a strong understanding of the local landscape and stakeholders to support the work activities as follows:

To meet with key, relevant stakeholders in coordinating and implementing activities defined in the approved local workplan which includes priorities for laboratory and surveillance system strengthening and pandemic preparedness. To support the implementation and monitoring of the progress of activities and deliverables as per the approved workplan and deadline. To identify and communicate staffing needs with the country office and regional office/HQ. To coordinate project implementation with technical team and regional/headquarters management staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or its International Equivalent Civil Society, Communication and Social Marketing, Economic Development, Education, the Environment, Gender, Health, Nutrition, Research, Technology and Youth or a Related Fields.
• Project management certification preferred.
• At least 4 years of relevant experience with projects management principles and practices in the field of public health preferably in HIV, TB, or other infectious diseases.
• Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private organization.
• Effective skills to coordinate among various government agencies, organizations, international technical agencies, organizations, and donors.
• Demonstrated experience in communication with government officials and high-level individuals.
• Fluency in local and English language is required.
• Strong organizational skills, and ability to lead a stream of work.
• Strong analytical skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in cooperation with a multi-cultural team.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically.
• Relevant computer software skills (including, at a minimum, the standard applications in MS Office).

  Key Responsibilities

  • Working closely with the local team, provides the required oversight and support to ensure smooth implementation of the EGHS activities.
  • Oversees the progress and day-to-day implementation of activities as per approved workplan to ensure successful and timely delivery of project commitments.
  • Liaises with key government stakeholders, other implementing partners and CO technical team.
  • Provides programmatic input/review to develop high quality deliverables that align with project objectives.
  • Support the local team in identifying and addressing project issues and implement improvement plans.
  • Attends and actively communicates with stakeholders, implementing partners, project leadership and local team on project implementation and progress.
  • Develops and/or reviews periodic reports, briefers, presentations, abstract, and other project-related documents.
  • Documents and shares project accomplishments, challenges, lessons learned and success stories including abstract to showcase the country experience and best practices among internal and external partners.

    Typical Physical Demands

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    • Typical office environment
    • Ability to spend long hours looking at a computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
    • Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
    • Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs.

      Technology to be Used

      • Personal computer, Microsoft Office (Office 365, SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Skype/Zoom/Teams, cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.

        Travel

        • Up to 75% within the country

          Language Requirements

          • Must be able to speak local language/Khmer and English to communicate with all partners and stakeholders.

            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.

            FHI 360 will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.
            
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