Provides technical and scientific leadership and oversight for design and implementation of technical strategies, programs or tools in specific technical areas. Provides technical advice based upon expertise and knowledge of evidence-based methods and strategies, current practice, and established operational and research standards to ensure quality and rigorous design. Builds capacity in country. Assesses current technical, scientific, managerial and operational efficiencies of the project as appropriate. Provides global scientific leadership by staying current of evolving technical standards, guidelines, and program developments in area of expertise. Responsible for sharing best practices in their field of expertise and contribute to the knowledge base through participation in scientific forums and technical networks. Shares new knowledge/evidence and best practices through collaboration with relevant departments and personnel.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical leadership in health-related fields, including those with respiratory disease (both infectious and non-infectious); infectious diseases; and non-communicable diseases
- Provide technical assistance related to the health-climate nexus and mainstreaming climate into healthcare activities as requested
- Contribute to the growth of FHI 360’s health-related practice area; including securing funding for program implementation, conducting research, generating thought leadership. Primary focus will be on the Asia Pacific region, and involvement of other regions will be as relevant or appropriate.
- Lead design, implementation and quality assurance of health-related activities.
- Collaborate closely with and facilitate technical exchange with FHI 360 staff, partners and collaborators.
- Develop tools for the design and implementation of specific technical components; ensure project implementation adheres to the appropriate global strategy and remains technically sound.
- Serve as a technical partner, including reviewing, analyzing and evaluating the effectiveness of programs/projects and make recommendations for improvement.
- Represent FHI 360 at professional meetings and conferences, organize scientific events and grow FHI 360’s reputation as a thought leader in the global and public health area.
- Maintain a constructive dialogue and technical exchange with field counterparts and
- technical staff of implementing partners.
- Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with donor/client organizations, relevant
- government agencies, bilateral and other NGOs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in Health/Science or related field required; Medical Doctor or PhD strongly preferred.
- 11+ years of experience in a specialized technical/medical field of study.
- Considered an expert in their technical field of study or knowledge area.
- Informed of current program developments in division/unit/technical area.
- Oversee and leads projects, set realistic priorities, and plan for the successful
implementation of activities. - Familiar with donor/client funded programs and corresponding regulations and
communication styles. - Written and published materials related to technical area e.g., journal articles, job aids,
training curricula, and other tools. - Experience in specialized technical/medical field of study. Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience sufficient to successfully perform the key responsibilities of the job. 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.
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.
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