GHSA Coordinator at FHI 360

Position: GHSA Coordinator

Deadline: November, 10/2023

Job Summary:

The Global Health Security Agenda Coordinator will be assigned at the national level /MOH/EPHI/ to strengthen the National One Health (OH) and Zoonotic Diseases (ZD) Coordination and Stakeholders’ engagement and cascade the efforts to regional levels. He/she will work closely with SBC Advisor - GHSA and National One Health and Zoonotic Diseases Steering committees in providing implementation information and reports to the assigned regions on a regular basis. The budgeted LOE is 100% to implement the planned work plan.

Accountabilities:

• The position holder will be assigned at national One Health Coordination platforms to coordinate the national OH and ZDs steering committee and stakeholders working in plan implementation.

• Liaise with the Government of Ethiopia’s (GOE) Ministry of Health (MOH), the Ethiopian One Health Steering Committee, Zoonotic Diseases TWG/RCCE taskforce member stakeholders, other GOE ministries and agencies, as well as with a wide range of civil society and private sectors engaged in the GHSA/OH implementation.

• Provides comprehensive technical advice, and coordination assistance to National OH/ZDs implementing partners, U.S. Government organizations, and the responsible bureaus of the national and regional levels.

• Work closely with GHSA/SBC Advisor and relevant regional and national USAID Healthy Behaviors Activity team.

• Organize OH/ZD steering committees coordination review meetings, capacity building and stakeholders’ engagement.

• Provide OH/ZDs technical guidance to the development and implementation of the project’s strategies and work plan activities to ensure the project’s interventions and approaches address identified needs and apply best practices related to GHSA/SBC

• Provide GHSA technical assistance and guidance during the development and implementation of national OH/ZDs plans, which will include capacity strengthening activities with partners, and government bodies working on GHSA.

• Work closely with the national LME team to ensure OH monitoring, evaluation, research, and learning activities are of high quality and appropriately reflect standard OH/ZDs measures and indicators.

• Supports the OH-related project management for public health programming; Evaluation and analysis of public health programs; Public health policies, legislation, and regulations.

• Planning, development coordination and documentation of multi-sectoral and interagency public health programs.

• Foster a strong working relationship with the Government of Ethiopia, including serving as the focal point of contact for the OH/ZDs steering committee, IHR focal and other technical areas specific to Taskforces and TWG, to secure their technical input and support for the project’s strategies and plans.

• Work closely with other GHSA (OH, ZDs and National Action plan for Health Security) stakeholders and programs, other U.S.G. implementing partners, to ensure they are effectively involved in the development and implementation of all GHSA-related strategies, plans, activities, tools, and materials, and to maximize coordination between USAID Healthy Behaviors and other U.S.G.-funded programs addressing OH/ZDs objectives.

• Work closely with the regional team to ensure the national-level coordination linkage with regional coordination platforms for effective OH coordination and system strengthening.

• Collaborate with government and USG implementing partners to identify and ensure that priority OH/ZDs needs are being addressed by the project in a coordinated and participatory approach.

• Work closely with the project’s core partners to strengthen their capacity in OH/ZDS SBC and ensure high-quality project delivery.

• She/He is responsible for the coordination of workforce development, emergency management, and information systems.

• Contribute to the development of project deliverables, including work plans, quarterly and annual reports, and success stories.

• Other relevant duties as assigned by GHS SBC advisors and SBC directors.

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures while providing technical support for research studies.

• Development of scope of work and deliverables for partners, consultants, etc.

• Broader knowledge of quality standards

• Proficiency with database management software and online search tools is required.

• Has sensitivity to cultural diversity and understanding of the political, contextual, and ethical issues in assigned areas.

• Articulate, professional, and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.

• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.

• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.

• Excellent and demonstrated project management skills.

• Ability to influence and collaborate with others.

• Demonstrated proficiency with using Microsoft Office Suite required.

• Ability to analyze and interpret data, identify errors, and prepare reports.

• Ability to solve problems and implement corrective action as needed.

Competencies:

There are 31 FHI 360 development competencies, of greatest focus for this particular job will be:

• Project Management (Planning and Time Management) - Accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks (sets objectives/goals/measures). Break down work into steps, schedules, and task/people assignments. Marshals people, time, and resources efficiently. Arranges information in a useful manner and orchestrates multiple activities at once.

• People Management (Making Others Great) – Facilitate professional development of staff by providing challenging, learning assignments and opportunities. Shares and solicits feedback monthly at the very least. Helps establish compelling development plans. Assigns responsibility and accountability for tasks/decisions. Monitors process, progress, and results. Creates a climate in which people want to do their best.

• Creating and Managing Systems and Processes – Recognizes the need for standardization and balances client and organization need in systems design. Anticipates the effects of process change on people while optimizing task efficiency and simplicity.

• Employees are expected to possess or have a high potential for the development of these three fundamental competencies.

Problem Solving & Impact:

• Works on problems of moderate to complex scope that require review of various factors.

• Exercises good judgment with selecting methods and techniques to determine appropriate action.

• Decisions may cause delays and affect a work unit or area within a department.

• Identifies and raises issues to senior technical staff

• Networks with key internal and external personnel.

• Decisions may cause delays or failure to achieve results that impact departmental goals.

Supervision Given/Received:

• Determines methods and procedures on new projects and assignments.

• Serves as team lead and may mentor other lower-level personnel.

• May supervise junior-level staff.

• Typically reports to Country Office SBC Advisor- GHSA

Education:

• Master’s degree or its international equivalent in in public health, Veterinary science, epidemiology, laboratory science, Health communication and/or related fields.

• Project Management (PM) Certification is preferred.

Experience:

• Typically requires 6+ years of relevant experience.

• Demonstrated experience in providing GHSA or OH/ZDs coordination and technical support to projects of similar scope, ensuring high-quality outputs and impact and planning for the successful implementation of planned activities.

• Experience in national level OH/ZDs coordination, strategic plan development, coordination and facilitation of review meetings, training and JEE workshops facilitation.

• A detailed knowledge of project management for public health programming, including budget allocation and management; Evaluation and analysis of public health programs. Public health policies, legislation and regulations related to GHSA.

• Planning, strategy development, coordination and documentation of multi-sectoral and interagency public health programs.

• Expertise in the design and implementation of strategies that employ a range of GHSA-SBC/RCCE approaches and coordination,

• Proficient writing and verbal communication skills; must be fluent in both Amharic and English

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to work effectively with a variety of stakeholders and organizations.

• Must be self-motivated with a positive and professional approach to management.

• Relevant computer software skills (including, at a minimum, the standard applications in MS Office)

Typical Physical Demands:

• Typical office environment.

• Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screens and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.

• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.

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:

• 10% - 25%

How to apply:

• Register using the following link CLICK HERE

This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.