FHI 360 is seeking a Technical Advisor to fill one of the key positions of the Enhanced Global Health Security (EGHS) project. Reporting to the Project Director and working closely with the projectโs team, the technical advisor will provide overall technical guidance on different technical and programmatic aspects of the anticipated Global Health Security (GHS) project in different countries where the project is implemented. They will provide the required technical assistance and strategic guidance to country-based technical leads in preventing avoidable epidemics and outbreaks and enhancing the countriesโ abilities to rapidly detect and respond effectively to public health threats.
The Technical Advisor will provide technical leadership and oversight for different components of the GHS projectsโ relevant activities. They will assist in the development of donor reports and presentations, and provide significant input to business development. This will also entail contributing to developing programmaticโ s indicators for use by country teams to monitor the progress of planned activities.
This position is contingent on donor funding and the award of the project to FHI 360.
Accountabilities
Provides technical leadership and oversight for different components of the GHS projectsโ relevant activities.
Works on problems of moderate to complex scope that require evaluation of variable factors. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting appropriate technical and strategic approaches, methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining solutions, with some supervision.
Networks with key internal personnel.
Provides input to senior technical leadership on national guidelines and normative policies for subject matter areas of expertise
Performs duties related to: project design and implementation, business development, partner and sub-award management, capacity building and training, operations management, project reporting and quality assurance.
Applied Knowledge & Skills
Ensures appropriate and timely technical support for technical teams of projects implemented in varying countries. .
In-depth functional knowledge around specialization and detailed knowledge of related areas in the organization.
Ensures the quality of implemented technical activities and systems at all both strategic and operational levels. Conducts routine coordination with employees and consultants, on-site and in the field.
Strong diagnostic, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong negotiation skills and ability to reach mutual points of agreement and benefit among peers and colleagues.
Has the ability to manage projects, set realistic priorities, and plan for the successful implementation of activities
Relevant computer software skills (including, at a minimum, the standard applications in MS Office).
Ability to manage their own work to job and performance standards.
Education
Masterโs Degree or its International Equivalent in Environment, Health, , Life/Social Sciences International Development, Human Development or Related Field. Project Management (PM) Certification preferred.
Experience
A minimum of 8+ years of relevant experience in technical implementation of large projects and/or programs.
Minimum of 8 years of prior experience and/or considerable knowledge of Global Health Security, One Health, and related technical areas such as, but not limited to Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), surveillance, Infection Prevention and Control (IP&C), and strengthening laboratory and diagnostic capacities is preferred.
Documented experience providing technical assistance, capacity building and business development in the specific technical domain.
In-depth functional knowledge around specialization and detailed knowledge of related areas in the organization.
Proficient writing and verbal communication skills. Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
Technology to be Used
Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment
Travel Requirements
Up to 40%
The expected US Based hiring salary range for this role is listed below. Candidate FHI 360 pay ranges represent national averages that vary by geographic location. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, business sector, and budget.
Base salary is only one component of our offer. FHI 360 contributes 12% of monthly base pay to a money purchase pension plan account. Additionally, all US based staff working full-time, which is calculated at 40 hours/week, receive 18 days of paid vacation per year, 12 sick days per year, and 11 holidays per year. Paid time off is reduced pro rata for employees working less than a full-time schedule.
US Based Hiring Salary Range: $115,000 - $135,000