Senior Advisor, Diabetes and other Non-Communicable Non-Communicable Diseases
CLIENT: Project Hope (http://www.projecthope.org )
LOCATION: Millwood, Virginia USA (an initial telecommute period is possible)
REPORTS TO: Senior Vice President, Project HOPE
REPORTING TO THIS POSITION: Program Coordinator(s), Program Officer(s); Senior Program Officer
POSITION SUMMARY:
Function as chief strategist for Project HOPE’s global Chronic Disease Portfolio. Design new programs, improve the quality and expand the scope of Project HOPE’s Non-Communicable Diseases portfolio of prevention, treatment and care programs through support of existing projects and proactively seeking opportunities for new programs. Act as Project HOPE’s most senior technical expert in areas of Non-Communicable Diseases by providing thought-leadership to external audiences and act in an advisory role to all regions. Initial focus of this position will be on existing and/or new Diabetes or Diabetes related conditions and programs with increasing emphasis on additional NCD related programs as time goes on. Provide technical assistance to on-going programs and input and advice regarding program design and program content for new Non-Communicable Diseases initiatives.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategic Planning
In coordination with the Senior Vice President, Vice Presidents of Development and Business Development, and regional and other technical staff, lead the development and implementation of strategic plans for Non-Communicable Diseases programming and expansion.
In collaboration with relevant staff, develop yearly operational plans for Non-Communicable Diseases programming to include implementing strategic plans and building Project HOPE capacity to develop and implement evidence based programs that achieve intended outcomes.
New Program Development
In collaboration with Regional Directors, co-lead the efforts towards achieving stong results leading to achievement of the organization’s strategic goals related to this field.
In conjunction with Senior Vice President and Vice Presidents of development and Business Development, proactively investigate opportunities, develop proposals and seek funding for Non-Communicable Diseases activities in countries where Project HOPE is not currently active, in accordance with HOPE-wide and regional strategic plans.
Develop partnerships with international, regional, and host country institutions in order that Project HOPE may contribute most effectively and collaboratively in the prevention and treatment of Chronic Diseases.
Existing Field Programs
Provide technical leadership and backstopping to Diabetes and other Non-Communicable Disease projects and to the Non-Communicable Disease components of integrated health projects; make recommendations for improvements in program delivery and outcomes; and follow-up with regional and country staff to implement the recommendations. Backstopping will take place both from Project HOPE Center and through in-country visits.
Assess existing projects without Non-Communicable Disease activities and provide recommendations for including Non-Communicable Disease components if appropriate.
Responsible for developing program content and preparing, reviewing and approving program designs intended to reach Diabetes and other Non-Communicable Disease outcomes.
Designs/reviews/approves operational research studies that document PH program outcomes and best practices. Document the results of those studies and identify and follow up on opportunities to share PH program results in the broader NCD and development communities.
Ensure that program staff remains current in their knowledge by reviewing and disseminating new materials, guidelines, and technical reports.
Ensure that all Project HOPE programs benefit from the sharing of “lessons learned” from Diabetes and other Non-Communicable Diseases programs carried out within the Project HOPE and programs implemented by other organizations.
Assist field programs to link with contractors, consultants, funders, local and international PVOs/NGOs, and relevant organizations to form partnerships and increase learning, thereby enhancing the quality and scope of their Non-Communicable Diseases activities.
Work with country programs to produce quality and on-time reports to donors.
Work with country programs to monitor and evaluate results and impact.
Other Responsibilities
Represent Project HOPE at appropriate meetings, seminars, etc.
Support Non-Communicable Diseases activities and proposals, as directed by the Senior Vice President.
REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum of MPH required; MD/PhD preferred.
Five to ten years experience in international health programming and implementation of Non-Communicable Diseases programs.
Specific program design and implementation experience in Non-Communicable Diseases.
Experience in diagnosis, cae, treatment or prevention of one or more of the following Non-Communicable Diseases areas such as Cardiovascular Disease, COPD, Chronic Disease Prevention and obesity is desired.
Ability to think creatively about new approaches to prevention and treatment of Chronic Diseases.
Excellent communication skills in English.
Experience with adult education methodologies.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work both as a team member and independently.
Willing to travel internationally 30% of time.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be mobile in an office environment and able to use standard office equipment. Must be able to communicate in verbal and written form, and must be able to travel internationally.
Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a typical office environment with minimal noise level.
To Apply: please submit updated resume and cover letter addressing how your skills and experiences meet the needs of the position and organization.
Jill Solomon, Senior Recruiter
Global Recruitment Specialists
Jsolomon@globalrecruitment.net
+1-973-379-7325
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