Global Health Technical Coordinator

Project HOPE is an international NGO of more than 900 engaged employees and hundreds of volunteers who work in more than 25 countries, responding to the world’s most pressing global health challenges. Throughout our 60-year legacy, Project HOPE has treated millions of patients and provided more than $3 billion worth of medicines to local health care organizations around the world. We have helped build hundreds of health programs from the ground up and responded to humanitarian crises worldwide.

Code of Conduct

It is our shared responsibility and obligation to treat each other with respect, take affirmative steps to prevent matters involving Sexual Exploitation & Abuse and Trafficking in Persons, and to disclose all potential and actual violations of our Code of Conduct, which may include Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption, Discrimination or Harassment. Together we can reinforce a culture of respect, integrity, accountability, and transparency.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Global Health Technical Coordinator will be asked to perform tasks for the technical unit not limited to evaluating past and current business processes/data with the primary goal of improving decision-making processes within the unit as well as performing other functions as and when assigned by the Chief (CHO) or Deputy Chief Health Officer (D-CHO).

The technical coordinator will lead and perform activities such as reviewing and establishing processes for program quality assessment and oversight; conducting analysis of technical oversight processes and/or operations effectiveness; establishing guidelines, regulations, and analyses related to Technical Unit-supported activities.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Help lead analyzing current business processes at Technical Unit for program quality and oversight, business development, knowledge management as well as monitoring and evaluation functions. For Ex. Technical Approval Process at HQ (TAP-HQ) piloting effort
• Develop efficient processes and lead change management to assess and improve program and performance management for the technical portfolio prioritized in Project HOPE’s 5-Year Strategy – MNCH portfolio management will be a priority
• Improve internal controls, improve the efficiency of operations, increase transparency and program quality management, and help comply with laws and regulations.
• Establish program quality assessment/review M&E processes for the USG-funded Global Health and Development Portfolio in Africa
• Coordinate technical unit functions with the rest of the organization mainly with Business Development Unit, Regional and Country Teams, Legal and Compliance Unit and Communications Team
• Assist in establishing processes for developing new areas of technical work and new consulting opportunities – Needs Assessment as well as Thought Leadership Activities
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
• Minimum 3 years of experience working as a business or project manager and analyzing business data/situations and problems in both domestic and international environments
• Experience in assessing and writing analysis reports
• Relevant experience in international development, in areas such as but not limited to global health and emergency response are preferred
• Proven experience managing large international projects or supporting business process review, support business operations including planning, formulation, and execution) and will support process improvement recommendations.
• Experience with financial management, internal controls, and compliance activities
• Ability to develop strong teamwork and relationships
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong presentation skills
• Creative problem-solving ability and a consultancy mindset
• Experience with Microsoft Suite and SharePoint
• Well organized and be able to manage numerous, simultaneous activities

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be mobile in an office environment and able to use standard office equipment.
• Must be able to communicate in verbal and written form and must be able to travel internationally.
• Project HOPE employees may be required to travel or work in countries where working conditions are classified as “hardship.”

Work environment:

• Typical office environment with exposure to a minimal noise level.
• Emergency deployments may be in resource-deprived environments with austere living conditions.
• Travel for extended periods may be by air and/or other modes of transportation.
• While international travel is not a regular part of every job, programmatic needs may require it intermittently.
• Project HOPE employees may be required to travel or work in countries where working conditions are classified as “hardship.”

Salary starting at $60,000 USD per year. Compensation for the role is dependent on several factors including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and experience. Project HOPE offers comprehensive benefits as part of the total compensation package including health, dental, vision and life insurance, 403(b), paid leave, and much more. For more information about our benefits please visit our benefits page.

Due to the substantial number of inquiries, we receive, only candidates who have met the required experience & qualifications for this position will be considered. No phone calls please.

However, since we are active around the world in the field of public health, we may wish to retain your CV in our database for other/future opportunities, unless you direct us otherwise.