Technical Director at Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF)

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) is on a mission to create a world where no mother, child or family is devastated by HIV and AIDS. Join us on our fight for an AIDS-free generation.

Job Description

Position Details

Job title: Technical Director

Location: Dar es Salaam

Primary manager: Country Director

How will you fight for an AIDS-free generation?

The Technical Director (TD) has the responsibility for ensuring an effective delivery of EGPAF Tanzania’s projects and contracts. As a member of the senior management team, working hand in hand with the Country Director, the TD provides technical leadership, management, support, co-ordination and technical expertise for the implementation of comprehensive and integrated HIV, TB, FP, MNCH and several related cross-cutting programs in Tanzania, in close collaboration with the government of Tanzania and its international donor community. Reporting to the Country Director (CD), the TD will lead the technical component of all projects.

No two days are alike at EGPAF, but what can you expect in this role?

Technical Leadership

• Lead EGPAF Tanzania’s technical program activities according to EGPAF’s Mission and Vision, to prevent pediatric HIV infection and to eradicate pediatric AIDS through research, advocacy, technical assistance and implementation of comprehensive and integrated prevention and treatment programs.
• Lead and coordinate the technical component of the preparation of funding applications and reporting as requested by donors or EGPAF HQ.

Capacity building of technical project staff

• Providing leadership to, and assure capacity building, coaching and mentorship of, program staff in the country office and the field offices (including technical, clinical- and reporting skills and the use of project- / programmatic tools).
• Provide leadership to EGPAF’s staff in developing best practice experiences and disseminate the results widely to other stakeholders.
• Assure effective planning and coordination of program activities.
• Work closely with the Director of Operations and the Director of Programs on the integration of operations and technical responsibilities at the field offices.
• Assures a seamless communication and collaboration between Dar es Salaam office and field offices.
  

Member of core management and strategic planning

• Work closely with the CD to provide technical guidance towards the country strategic operational framework.
• Assist the CD in the development and planning of reports, project proposals, COPs and budget.
• Facilitate development of quarterly and annual work plans for staff at country and field offices.
• Participate in new business development and proposal development activities.

Reporting and documentation

• Coordinate preparation of high quality quarterly and annual reports to donors, MOHCDGEC and EGPAF HQ.
• Liaise with MEL team to coordinate quality data collection and reporting.
• Track performance of regions/councils/sites and provide advice to field office, regional and council health management teams (R/CHMTs) for improving low performing councils.
• Identify and write on best practices, program briefs and success stories.
• Share and disseminate lessons learnt from sites with all relevant stakeholders and serve as a technical resource for the regions/councils and field offices.

Representation And Other Duties

• Representing EGPAF at consultation meetings, workshops and conferences as called upon by Ministry of Health or donors and other stakeholders.
• Perform other relevant program related duties as assigned by the manager.

Qualifications

To be successful, you will have:

• Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in one or more of the following disciplines: Medicine, Health sciences, Public Health, Global Health and other related fields. A PhD will be an added advantage
• A minimum of 10 years at a senior level program technical/coordinating role with 7 years as head of a team and demonstrated ability to develop, lead, and manage high-performing, results-oriented independent technical or country teams.
• Proven experience working with donor-funded projects/programs in HIV/AIDS, TB and MNCH programs and global health with vast knowledge on US Rules and Regulation.
• At least 10 years of proven project management experience in the design, administration, management and implementation of health programs, including supervision and reporting
• Proven experience in the development and implementation of innovations and / quality improvement tools and systems.
• Extensive clinical experience in PMTCT, care of HIV infected adults and children in resource poor settings.
• Demonstrated success developing and evaluating program models, and selecting and successfully operationalizing innovative programs.
• Strong project management skills managing complex, multifaceted projects resulting in measurable successes and program growth.
• Over 5 years’ experience in Resource mobilization.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of the global health landscapes, challenges, priorities and opportunities.
• Proven ability to work with ministries of health/Departments of health’s, international partners, and other stakeholders in the design and implementation of health programs.
• Excellent team management, interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Advanced cross-cultural sensitivity, including experience working and communicating with professional and support staff in a multicultural, multi-linguistic environment; ability to promote an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect
• Strong skills and a track record in strategic visionary focus, and leadership; and effective skills for interaction with staff at all levels.
• Ability to guide Implementation of activities and ensure that the programs are technically sound, evidence-based and responsive to the needs of the regions and countries, its people and donors.
• Demonstrated capabilities and high-level expertise in management and systems design.
• Familiarity with major donors’ systems, as well as considerable experience working with the host governments in a developing country.
• Demonstrated exceptional analytical, written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other staff members to ensure that necessary planning, development, resource availability and management activities function smoothly and efficiently.
• Excellent technical writing, editing, presentation, and interpersonal communications skills.
• Excellent team building, management, supervisory (coaching, mentoring), and negotiating skills

Additional Information

The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) began supporting HIV and AIDS programming in Tanzania in 2003 and established a country office in 2004. Since then, in close collaboration with the Ministry of Health and other key partners, EGPAF has expanded its scope to include integrated HIV, GBV, and TB. EGPAF Tanzania’s efforts focus on client-centered approaches that address gaps in health service delivery and improve health outcomes for vulnerable populations, including children and adolescents. EGPAF’s work in Tanzania is supported by multiple global and regional initiatives aimed at building sustainable and locally-led health systems.

As a global, multinational, and multicultural organization, EGPAF believes that diversity in the workplace enriches our work and enhances our impact and effectiveness. We believe that employees have the right to work in a climate of mutual respect and integrity that promotes dignity and respect for all, and that enables them to reach their full potential. EGPAF is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to country law requirements, EGPAF complies with US laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Foundation has facilities.

The Foundation does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. If you are asked to pay a fee at any stage of recruitment, please contact our hotline by phone (US: dial toll free 888-225-1429; all other countries: call collect 770-776-5674), or online (English: www.reportlineweb.com/pedaids; all other languages: https://iwf.tnwgrc.com/pedaids).

As a global, multinational, and multicultural organization, EGPAF believes that diversity in the workplace enriches our work and enhances our impact and effectiveness. We believe that employees have the right to work in a climate of mutual respect and integrity that promotes dignity and respect for all, and that enables them to reach their full potential. EGPAF is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to country law requirements, EGPAF complies with US laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Foundation has facilities.

The Foundation does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. If you are asked to pay a fee, please contact our hotline by phone (US: dial toll free 888-225-1429; all other countries: collect 770-776-5674), or online (www.reportlineweb.com/pedaids).