Program Officer II, Health Programs

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position ofProgram Officer II, Health Programs. It is a remote position, and the selected candidate will be expected to work on US East Coast time.

This position will be open for applications until 11:59pm EDT on Sunday, October 12th.

Job Summary:

Primarily responsible for providing project management support in the Health Programs (HP) department. The HP department manages projects spanning over 60 countries addressing HIV/AIDS, global health security (GHS), maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH), tuberculosis (TB), malaria and nutrition. Work closely with the Health Programs leadership team to support the execution of HP's management structure. They will collect, compile, and analyze information relevant to projects across the HP portfolio. They will monitor the progress of indirect-funded activities and ensure compliance with internal regulations. Will support the gathering, synthesis, and dissemination of information for routine and ad hoc requests, and collaborate with leadership and other HP staff to create compelling and high-quality summaries of HP achievements. Will also provide program management support to the HP portfolio of projects to ensure program excellence. Lastly, will support the implementation of routine internal HP communication and other administrative tasks as required.

Accountabilities:

• Supports cross-sector collaboration to develop and monitor an overarching technical and management framework in line with FHI 360's vision, mission, values, and strategic priorities.

• Supports the establishment of processes and systems for portfolio management oversight (risk management, technical quality, project management systems, etc.)

• Tracks performance of indirect-funded activities in HP against budgets, timelines, objectives, and deliverables. Promotes relevant results and achievements.

• Synthesizes existing information and data into an overarching summary of progress on funded and approved indirect activities across the HP portfolio.

• Tracks trends and collects more sophisticated data.

• Supports coordination of HP cross-cutting activities (e.g. monthly technical webinar series, meetings, etc.).

• Supports management of HP internal communication and information sharing platforms (e.g. HP SharePoint site, HP staff meetings, note taking)

• Provides support to management, delivers presentations, and supports meetings.

• May conduct new hire onboarding on FHI 360 procedures and administrative processes.

• Participates in meetings and events outside of HP to represent HP work and priorities.

• May serve as a mentor to colleagues across HP.

• Responds to a variety of programmatic, administrative and logistics needs and requirements generated from senior management (e.g., procurement planning and support, consultant support, travel planning, meeting planning).

• Develops basic surveys and polls targeting internal FHI 360 audience.

• Utilizes Microsoft Suite software, including Power BI, and other basic survey and data platforms to collect, manage, and analyze information.

• Support the ad hoc gathering and synthesis of information as requested by HP senior leadership.

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

• Full understanding of project/project management concepts and practices.

• Basic knowledge of the qualitative and quantitative survey methodologies and analysis.

• Ability to multi-task and handle a large work volume in a timely manner

• Ability to initiate, prioritize, and implement activities with minimal oversight

• Excellent organizational skills, meticulous, and pays attention to detail

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• Working knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures with project design.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; fluency in a second language desirable (French, Spanish, Portuguese, etc.).

• Strong and demonstrated project/project management skills.

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

• Ability to prepare reports and provide information to management in a timely matter.

• Articulate, professional, and able to communicate in a clear, positive fashion with funder and staff.

Problem Solving & Impact:

• Works on problems of diverse scope that require review of various factors.

• Uses cost benefit/risk assessment with selecting methods and techniques to determine appropriate action.

• Builds productive working relationships internally and externally.

Supervision Given/Received:

• Receives little instruction on routine work. Receives methods and procedures on new projects or assignments.

• May provide guidance to other lower-level personnel.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent * Communication and Social Marketing, Economic Development, Education, the Environment, Health, Nutrition, Research, Technology and Youth or a related field.

• Minimum of 4+ years of relevant experience.

• Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private organization.

• Prior work on US Government-funded projects strongly preferred.

• International or Domestic (US) Program Development or Program management preferred.

Typical Physical Demands:

• Typical office environment.

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

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

• Ability to lift or move up to 5 lbs.

Technology to be Used:

• Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.

• Survey platforms (e.g. Microsoft Forms, SurveyMonkey)

• Power BI

Travel Requirements:

• Less than 10%

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.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Our values and commitments to safeguarding: FHI 360 is committed to preventing any type of abuse, exploitation and harassment in our work environments and programs, including sexual abuse, exploitation and harassment. FHI 360 takes steps to safeguard the welfare of everyone who engages with our organization and programs and requires that all personnel, including staff members and volunteers, share this commitment and sign our code of conduct. All offers of employment will be subject to appropriate screening checks, including reference, criminal record and terrorism finance checks. FHI 360 also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS), facilitated by the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response. In line with the MDS, we will request information from job applicants' previous employers about any substantiated findings of sexual abuse, exploitation and/or harassment during the applicant's tenure with previous employers. By applying, job applicants confirm their understanding of these recruitment procedures and consent to these screening checks.

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