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 and Technology, creating a
unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development
challenges.
We are currently
seeking qualified candidates to fill the positions below:
Senior Health Sector Financial
Specialist
Location: East African Region
Requisition ID: FHI360-SHSFS-094
Position Summary: We are currently seeking qualified
candidates for the position of Senior Health Sector Financial Specialist for a
USAID-funded East, Central and Southern Africa regional project addressing the
health and development needs of vulnerable populations living and working along
major transport corridors in the region.
He/she will
provide support to regional East, Central and Southern Africa intergovernmental
bodies to develop and implement regional policies, agreements and regulatory
processes which reflect shared priorities in health, economic integration and
development for communities along transport corridors.
Minimum Requirements:
- Advanced degree in health financing, health economics, development economics or related field
- Minimum seven (7) years of relevant professional experience managing and implementing health financing programs with a minimum of (5) years’ experience in sub-Saharan Africa, Eastern Africa experience preferred.
- Experience working with technical and political leaders in Eastern, Southern and Central African regional intergovernmental institutions in advocacy, policy, and regulatory processes development.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively across a broad range of stakeholders including government representatives, for-profit private sector entities, local community organizations, donors and other stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to problem-solve and recommend corrective actions as needed.
- Has sensitivity to cultural diversity and understanding of the political, contextual, and ethical issues in assigned areas.
- Articulate and professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive fashion with clients and staff.
- Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private company preferred.
- Use independent judgment and initiative to manage high volume work flow and determine priorities.
- Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency with using Microsoft Office Suite required.
- Ability to analyze and interpret data, identify errors and prepare reports
FHI 360 has a
competitive compensation package and is an equal opportunity employer.
Interested
candidates are encouraged to register online through FHI 360’s Career Center at
https://jobs-fhi360.icims.com or
through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org
where a detailed Job description will be availed.
Alternatively
you can apply via email to: Kenya-HR@fhi360.org
Please specify
source in your application and quote the Requisition ID provided on the subject
line while sending your application, CV/ resume including salary requirements,
to be received not later than May 23, 2014.
Kindly note that
only shortlisted persons will be contacted.
Availability of
this position is contingent upon successful award of the project to FHI 360 and
selected candidate is subject to USAID approval
