Project Director – Family Health International (FHI)

Family Health International is a public health and development organization working to improve the lives of the world’s most vulnerable people. Our 2,500 staff work in 55 countries conducting research and implementing programs that advance public health and build local capacity to address development problems. Since 1971, Family Health International has been a global leader in family planning and reproductive health and, since 1986, in the worldwide response to HIV/AIDS.

Closing date: 29 May 2010Location: Kenya – Nairobi
Family Health International is a public health and development organization working to improve the lives of the world’s most vulnerable people. Our 2,500 staff work in 55 countries conducting research and implementing programs that advance public health and build local capacity to address development problems. Since 1971, Family Health International has been a global leader in family planning and reproductive health and, since 1986, in the worldwide response to HIV/AIDS. Our research and programs also address malaria, tuberculosis, and other infectious and chronic diseases. Our partners include US and international agencies, governments, foundations, research institutions, and individual donors. We seek qualified candidates for the position of Project Director based in Nairobi, Kenya.
As a member of the management team, the Project Director will provide leadership in respective Division in support of organization’s strategic plan, mission, values, goals and objectives. The incumbent will be responsible for engaging all sectors – public, private and NGO – to deliver high quality services in reproductive health and HIV within the framework of the Government of Kenya and PEPFAR.
Position Responsibilities:

• Ensures appropriate monitoring of subprojects to achieve financial, administrative, and programmatic goals & that project resources are utilized in accordance with applicable FHI and donor policies and procedures.
• Ensures production of timely and accurate financial and programmatic reports to FHI, and donors as required.
• Manages the project level information system in order to respond fully to donor reporting requirements.
• Provides technical assistance through the review and/or writing of proposals, protocols, papers, reports to ensure accuracy and appropriateness.

Minimum Requirements:

• BS/BA and 13-15 years relevant experience with international development programs and includes 5-7 years of supervisory experience,
• or MS/MA and 11-13 years relevant experience with international development programs and includes 5-7 years of supervisory experience;
• or PhD/MD and 9-11 years relevant experience with international development programs and includes 5-7 years of supervisory experience.
• Overseas field experience required. English and Kiswahili language skills required.

*Offer contingent upon awarded proposal.
*This is not an expatriate position. No expatriate benefits or allowances provided.

How to apply
FHI has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI’s Career Center at http://www.fhi.org/en/AboutFHI/Employment/index.htm or through the International Employment section at www.fhi.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application. AA/EOE/M/F/V/D