Nigerian NGO Jo Vacancies: FHI GHANA Recruitment, Tuesday 9 November,2010

Nigerian NGO Jo Vacancies: FHI GHANA Recruitment, Tuesday 9 November,2010
FHI began at the University of North Carolina in 1971 with a handful of researchers and a small amount of funding from the US Agency for International Development (USAID). The International Fertility Research Program (IFRP), as it was called, built research capacity in developing countries, using the power of science and research to introduce contraceptive technology. By 1973, with nearly 200 studies underway throughout Asia and Latin America, IFRP outgrew its university setting and became an independent organization. Its mission expanded as well, branching into maternal and child health. By 1978, IFRP was working with more than 200 research centers in 47 countries.

It became clear to IFRP and its funders that family planning has many facets. It involves men and women, contraceptive and maternal health services, and cultural and economic factors. So IFRP expanded its scope and, in 1982, changed its name to Family Health International.

COUNTRY DIRECTOR, GHANA
LOCATION: GHANA
REQ ID: 1254
NATIONAL ONLY:

DESCRIPTION:
FHI is a global health and development organization whose rigorous, science-based approach builds programs that create lasting change. Founded in 1971, FHI maintains offices and staff worldwide, helping to forge strong local relationships that enable us to make measurable progress against disease, poverty, and inequity—improving lives for millions. We seek qualified candidates for the position of Country Director based in Accra, Ghana.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Country Director provides leadership and management oversight for all FHI’s portfolio of projects and activities of a medium to large and moderately complex country program; oversees operations and, as the primary FHI country representative, ensures strong collaboration between FHI and local Government, donors and sponsors. Represents FHI to external donors/sponsors and leads FHI business and resource development efforts in country. Also serves as project director or chief of party (COP) on designated FHI project/s.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
BS/BA in public health or related field, and 11-13 years relevant experience in international development programs with 5-7 years supervisory experience; or MS/MA/MPH in public health or related field, and 9 – 11 years relevant experience in international development programs, with 5-7 years supervisory experience; or PhD, MD or equivalent degree with 7 – 9 years relevant experience with international development programs and 5-7 years of supervisory experience. Overseas field experience required. USAID experience preferred, with strong background in HIV/AIDS program management. Experience with MARPs and grant management required.

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