FHI 360 IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A PROGRAM OFFICER.
Project Description:
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 Technologyñ creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Program Officer for the USAID-funded project, LINKAGES across the Continuum of HIV Services for Key PopulationsAffected by HIV (LINKAGES), under the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) program.
Job Summary:
TheProgram Officer will be responsible for the coordination of program related tasks regarding the LINKAGES Project; coordinate program activities and provide assistance for effective implementation of the program activities, including routine support to activities at the projectís focal sites. He or she will provide technical assistance and support to programs. The Program Officer will collect, compile, and analyze information relevant to programs. He or she will provide administrative and project support, in addition to communication efforts related to program management and execution while ensuring compliance with internal and external regulations. He or she will monitor the budget for programs and develop a monitoring system for reviewing project status. The Program Officer ensures completion of the program while adhering to budget, scope, and schedule requirements. He or she will develop and review work plans, prepare presentations, and support other related program objectives and deliverables. Suitably qualified candidates openly living with HIV and/or who are representative of the key populations affected by HIV are also actively encouraged to apply.
Accountabilities:
- Provides support to program management such as troubleshooting, updates work plans, coordinates travel arrangements and monitors program activities.
- Tracks performance against Financial Cost Objective (FCO) ID, project timelines, budget, objectives, and deliverables.
- Facilitates communication by responding to partner inquiries.
- Designs, implements, and coordinates specific program activities and may conduct research to achieve program objectives.
- Works with Senior Technical Advisor and assists with developing budgets, proposals, managing grants, project materials, and information.
- Collects, complies and analyzes information relevant to the program.
- Provide administrative support to programs as needed by writing and reviewing reports on a quarterly basis.
- Provides technical assistance and support to program.
- Reviews and contributes to work plans for programs.
- Documents and shares project accomplishments, challenges, and lessons learned among internal and external partners.
- Supports program/project teams administratively and technically to provide high quality deliverables to clients.
Applied Knowledge & Skills:
- Working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures with program design and implementation.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to solve problems and recommend corrective actions as needed.
- Strong organizational and attention detail needed to adhere to project deadlines.
- Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
- Builds rapport with internal and external contacts.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent in any field related to Knowledge/Information Services, Communications, Education, Environment, Health, Behavioral Sciences, Life/Social Sciences, International Development or Human Development.
- Minimum of 2-5 years experience with public health program management, USAID rules and regulations experience preferred.
- Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private organization.
- Prior experience using Microsoft Office Suite.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or activities.
To apply, email your Curriculum Vitae with application letter to
RLewis@fhi360.org by 5:00 p.m. January 8, 2016
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, but please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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