The CDC Eswatini Strengthening the Organizational Capacity of the MOH opportunity aims to strengthen the governance system within the ministry in planning, coordination and the management of the HIV/TB response through provision of technical assistance in three core areas. These areas will include strengthening the leadership capacity of national program managers and assisting the MoH to ensure that the program organizational and governance structures progress in line with evolution of the HIV/TB response, the national strategic plan, the MoHโs priorities, and Eswatini's health regulations. Other priorities include strengthening the MoH organizational structures to conduct targeted and coordinated resource mobilization (both domestic and international) and management of donor funds in line with local public finance requirements and statutes. Finally, the project also aims to support the MOH to foster a responsive health sector workforce that is well-coordinated, trained, and equipped through data-driven planning and enhanced performance management.
Job Summary
The Technical Director will oversee the design and implementation of all technical strategies and interventions for the project to efficiently and effectively achieve set objectives. The Technical Director will play a pivotal role in leading the project team to ensure that the MoH can effectively plan, coordinate, and manage the HIV/TB response, aligning with national health priorities and regulations. This position requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and technical expertise to drive the success of the project. The Technical Director will be based in Eswatini and will report to the Principal Investigator (PI).
Position is contingent upon receipt of donor funding and will be based in Eswatini.
Accountabilities
Provide technical leadership at project level to ensure technical assistance is provided to the MOH for organizational capacity building in the specified areas.
Ensure the implementation of technical strategies to strengthen MOH leadership and governance function for the HIV and TB response
Lead efforts in supporting the MOH to engage in resource mobilization for the HIV and TB response and transparent financial management.
Coordinate the use of state of the art approaches and tools to support MOH to optimize workforce planning and performance management.
Monitor and ensure that the project meets the milestones and targets set for by funder and in the project work plan, and ensures all activities are conducted in close coordination with the MOH and are in alignment with the Eswatini Governmentโs standards, protocols and policies.
Liaise with the PI and government and NGO counterparts within the health system at national and regional levels to ensure high quality project deliverables.
Support functional linkages between relevant stakeholders.
Oversee the development of all regular and ad hoc technical reports and other deliverables.
Represent the project with external audiences and at conferences and other forum, as needed.
Provide technical assistance to relevant stakeholders to design, develop, implement, monitor and evaluate strategies to effectively integrate various components of service delivery elements as appropriate.
Support management with recommendations for process improvement to achieve strategic goals.
Support performance management and professional development of direct reports, including ongoing feedback, coaching, and career support.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education
Minimum of a Masters degree in Public Health, Health Workforce Management, Project Management, Business Administration. PhD in Public Health, Management, or other related areas preferred.Experience and Skills
8 years experience with progressively increasing responsibility in designing, implementing, managing, and leading organizational capacity building activities for a large project program involving multiple partners, stakeholders, and geographic target areas in a developing country, with at least the most recent three years in Eswatini.
Prior experience as a Technical Director or senior leadership role at a similar level of a PEPFAR, CDC or other donor-funded project is required
Demonstrated deep technical knowledge around leadership and governance, resource mobilization, capacity building, and health workforce is required
Demonstrated experience with high level stakeholder engagement and negotiations with relevant government agencies especially within Eswatini
Experience in strengthening health systems and working with MOH will be an added advantage.
Experience with evidence generation and thought leadership would be an added advantage.
Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English with proficient excellent communication skills.
Typical Physical Demands
Typical office environment.
Ability to spend long hours looking at a computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time. Ability to lift 5lbs.
Technology to be Used
Personal Computer, Microsoft Office 365 (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Skype/TEAMS, e- mail), office telephone, cell phone and printer/copier.Travel Requirements
10% - 25%
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