ABOUT THE FRED HOLLOWS FOUNDATION

The Foundation is an international development organization working to prevent blindness and restore sight.  We continue to carry on the legacy of Professor Fred Hollows, who believed every person had the right to quality eye care, no matter where they live. The Foundation is known around the world as an organization that works with purpose and determination. With a reputation for excellence, we are well known for making change happen.  

The Foundation has grown to work in more than 25+ countries throughout Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and the Pacific, as well as Australia. The Foundation has restored sight to more than 3 million people worldwide. We have an ambitious five-year strategic plan that aims to take us even closer to realizing our vision of a world in which no person is needlessly blind, or vision impaired and Indigenous Australians exercise their right to sight and good health.

We are also proud to announce we were awarded the Employer of Choice Award (Public Sector and NFP) at the 2022 Australian HR Awards. The Foundation is also endorsed and in partnership with The Life You Can Save.

To find out more about our work, please visit our website https://www.hollows.org\

Do you want to do work that really matters? Help us end avoidable blindness

• Full time, Fixed Term Role based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

• Closing Date: 20th February 2023

ABOUT YOU

• Demonstrated experience in implementing robust HSS programs at national/regional context, with technical expertise in one or more of the following areas: policy reform, service coverage, supply chain management, information systems, workforce alignment and/or related areas of health system strengthening.

• Demonstrated ability to plan, schedule and lead effective data collection for HSS, and coordinate with implementing partners and coordination bodies.

• Experience in Capacity building and systems development.

• Demonstrated capacity to build and maintain productive working relationships with a wide network of partners and stakeholders.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, initiative, and good judgment.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Deputy Country Director/Head of Programs, the Health Systems Strengthening Lead will be accountable for overall health system strengthening and integrated people-cantered eye care (IPEC) initiatives of the Foundation in country with more focus on Federal and regional levels. Responsible for developing systems and processes aligned with the national eye health policies guidelines and manuals. Additionally, the role will be engaged in building the capacity of relevant bodies to facilitate the health systems strengthening component of various projects at FHF and partners’ level.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for providing guidance, oversight and management support to the Eye Health Team.

• Responsible for leading the design and implementation of eye care and the health systems strengthening for eye care.

• Coordinate and oversee key activities related to Comprehensive Eye Care (CEC) and the Advancing IPEC (A-IPEC) projects in Ethiopia, including engagement with relevant national and international stakeholders.

• Develop and oversee projects from the HSS framework, conducting surveys and assessments, documenting lessons-learned, and producing timely, accurate, and complete reports.

• Support Program Managers to design HSS for their respective projects and track progress made.

• Collect, aggregate, analysis, and present data about the projects for learning and reporting to the donor that underscores the link between intervention investments and heath outcome gains.

• Manage partner relationships within the agreed governance frameworks of FHF.

• Must guarantee effective oversight, regulation, and accountability at national and regional level.

• Lead the development, planning, coordination and implementation of the CEC and A-IPEC projects in partnership with the ministry of health (MoH), Oromia Regional Health Bureau (ORHB), partner hospitals and zonal health authorities, in line with strategic objectives and project governance frameworks.

• Support the Government stakeholders for efficient, effective, and accessible health services.

• Focus on the workforce capacity building.

• Liaise with government offices to generate useful data on health determinants and health systems performance to ensure evidence-based decisions at all levels.

• Strengthen the government initiatives and systems to raise adequate funds for Eye health ensuring that people can access affordable services.

• Need to consolidate efforts and support resource mobilization for eye health at all levels.

• Strengthen the data management systems and ensure eye care data is used for decision making.

Job Requirements

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• At least 8 years of applied experience in health systems strengthening (HSS) preferably in the health sector.

• Master’s degree in health care financing, international development, public policy, or related field.

• Previous experience working in international development organizations.

• Excellent partnership development and collaboration skills, including with Ministries of Health, private sector stakeholders, and other donors at both senior and technical levels.

• Knowledge of reporting procedures, best practices, guidelines, and health policies.

How we recognize your contribution

Through our internal programs and employee benefits we aim to create an environment where you will feel supported and empowered.  Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or finding an environment which enables you to thrive while balancing family or personal commitments, we have a range of programs in place to support you.

To find out more about our benefits click here

How to Apply

Applications should be made via our WEBSITE, and should include your resume and cover letter. Please address your cover letter to the Talent Acquisition Team and include a response to the “About You”, “Key Responsibilities” and “What You’ll Need to Succeed” sections of the advert as well as details of your current and expected salary.

Applications Close: 20th February 2023

The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to ensuring our projects and activities are implemented in a safe and productive environment that prevents harm and avoids impacting the health and safety of all people, particularly children, vulnerable people and disadvantaged groups. Applicants are advised that The Foundation reserves the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment.

The Foundation is also committed to protecting the health of our beneficiaries, donors and partners and require incumbents of this role to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (except where medical conditions may make vaccination harmful to their health).

Please be advised:

1. Fred Hollows Foundation will never ask for a fee during any stage of the recruitment process.

2. All active roles are advertised directly on our website here.

3. Please note we will not be accepting CV’s via agencies for this role.

The Fred Hollows Foundation – Ethiopia (FHF-E) has been re-registered and licensed by The Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Organizations Of Civil Societies in accordance with the Organizations Of Civil Societies Proclamation No.1113/2019 and certificate number 2985, on May 20/2019

To be eligible to apply for this position you must have the appropriate right to work in Ethiopia.