African Forum for Research and Education in Health Recruitment 2019 | How to Apply

Job Description

• Provide leadership and direction to ensure programmatic and financial integrity of AFREhealth’s efforts, inclusive of in-country requirements
• Develop and revise, or update as needed, operational strategies, policies, and procedures
• Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with donors and potential donors, MOH, national and international implementing partners, and others who can help in AFREhealth’s efforts to strengthen health workforce development
• Accountable for program implementation timelines as assigned by the Executive Committee
• Ensure that all operational activities are in line with country regulations and priorities, and include substantial engagement of national partners
• Engage regularly with the Executive Committee on issues that could impact office and program operations

Financial and Management Compliance

• Oversee the preparation and implementation of the annual budget
• Cultivate of a broad base of public and private grants, contracts, and donations that supplement the revenue from annual membership dues.
• Understand and advise on contractual administration, negotiation, processes and procedures
• Ensure preparations and timely submission of all programmatic and financial reports
• Ensure that audits are conducted and findings are corrected in a timely manner
• Ensure the program is functioning within available resources and that the program is fiscally sound
• Ensure compliance with in-country laws, organizational policies and donor rules and regulations as well as all contractual requirements.
• Provide guidance, and take overall responsibility for ensuring accountability of partners, subcontractors and sub-grantees

Human Resource Management

• Mentor, support, supervise and manage the AFREhealth staff of highly qualified staff and consultants to align their efforts for rapid and sustainable results
• Conduct annual staff performance assessment and support professional development for staff
• Align team members’ efforts to ensure responsive and sustainable Secretariat

Strategic Communications and Development

• Represent AFREhealth and its members as the spokesperson and advocate for its vision and goals to potential funders including government, foundations, individual philanthropists, and potentially the private sector
• Liaise with federal and international agencies, donors, grantors, and other organizations on current and future awards
• Pursue collaborative programs, activities, and initiatives in support of global health, in general, and specifically to promote AFREhealth’s goals
• Oversee the coordination of annual scientific and business meetings inclusive of Governing Council and AFREhealth membership Annual General Meeting
• Oversee the development and management of extramurally funded small grants, fellowships and internship programs
• Drive the management of a full program of membership services, including support for interest groups and planning and marketing of shared operational support
• Lead the management and coordination of teaching and learning support resources and web portal for education and training
• Oversee the management of website and social media communication platforms

Required Skills or Experience

• Postgraduate  degree (Masters level or higher) in any health field, and/or public health, and/or health administration, public administration, business administration or related degrees. A Doctoral degree would be an advantage
• Recognized experience in the African healthcare context of more than ten years
• Demonstrated ability to manage donor funded public health projects and budgets, including understanding of donor regulations and requirements
• Previous experience working with United States Government (USG), PEPFAR and other donors, and familiarity with USAID, CDC, and other donor regulations and compliance
• Experience in fundraising for, developing, and implementing successful, replicable and sustainable projects in Africa
• Proven leadership experience in leading highly skilled teams and in strategic program planning, implementation and management
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing, including good  interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a complex environment charged with multiple tasks, short deadlines and pressure to perform
• A team player accustomed to building team capacity and delegating working teams
• Ability to travel as required
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• RECOMMENDATIONS
• Language abilities in French or Portuguese would be an advantage
• Experience in managing resources for members of a professional society
• Ability to build collaboration among stakeholders
• Familiar with the organization and function of healthcare training and/or research  institutions
• Technical expertise in healthcare training, and/or research or a major public health area with  implementation experience