Employer: Abt Associates
Location: Harare
Req Id 30961
Organization Overview
The International Health Division is committed to the improvement of health and healthcare delivery around the world. Serving both the public and private sectors, our efforts include health policy research and evaluation, health promotion and disease prevention, health finance, and health systems management. Our impact is felt in policies that ensure healthcare access for women, children, and individuals with special needs, in strengthening health infrastructures, and HIV/AIDS solutions.
Opportunity
Abt Associates is seeking a qualified Technical Specialist / District Coordinator to support the International Economic Growth Division. Abt Associates Inc. is seeking qualified applicants for the position of District Coordinator for a US Government funded comprehensive malaria project in Zimbabwe. The 5-year project will work to strengthen the capacity of the National Malaria Control Program (NMCP) at the national, provincial, district, and community levels, in the areas of case management and malaria in pregnancy, LLIN distribution, social behavior change communication, surveillance/M&E and research, and therapeutic efficacy trials.
Under the supervision of the Provincial Capacity Building Specialists, the District Coordinators (8) will be in charge of implementing the project’s technical activities at the district level in close coordination with MOHCC and NMCP staff. This position is based in the district at the district health office.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
Plans, coordinates and implements all annual program activities within his/her designated districts.
Supervises activities in 3 designated districts.
Ensures that activities are on track and in accordance with PMI and NMCP guidelines.
Drives the PIP process at the district level including skills assessments, action plan development, and continuous supportive review.
Works with technical staff to develop, plan, and implement activities focused on case management, including malaria in pregnancy, LLIN distribution, and social behavioral change communication.
Works with district health teams to create responsive tailored interventions.
Ensures that the districts’ strategy and activities align with overall project goals.
Organizes trainings at community/health center level and ensures data and information are collected at district level.
Any other duties as assigned.
Preferred Skills / Prerequisites
Master’s Degree in public health, business administration, supply chain, pharmaceutical management or related field.
At least 6 of experience, preferably in managing health projects.
Experience working with government entities, stakeholder groups, health workers, local authorities, and community groups.
Ability to work well in a team environment.
Previous work experience in Zimbabwe is required. Previous work experience with USAID health projects and the NCMP is desirable.
Willingness to travel be located and work at the district level.
Oral and written English language required, additional knowledge of recognized local languages preferred.
Must be Zimbabwean or have a Zimbabwean work permit
Minimum Qualifications
(6+) years of experience and a master degree OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
Organization Overview
The International Health Division is committed to the improvement of health and healthcare delivery around the world. Serving both the public and private sectors, our efforts include health policy research and evaluation, health promotion and disease prevention, health finance, and health systems management. Our impact is felt in policies that ensure healthcare access for women, children, and individuals with special needs, in strengthening health infrastructures, and HIV/AIDS solutions.
Opportunity
Abt Associates is seeking a qualified Technical Specialist / District Coordinator to support the International Economic Growth Division. Abt Associates Inc. is seeking qualified applicants for the position of District Coordinator for a US Government funded comprehensive malaria project in Zimbabwe. The 5-year project will work to strengthen the capacity of the National Malaria Control Program (NMCP) at the national, provincial, district, and community levels, in the areas of case management and malaria in pregnancy, LLIN distribution, social behavior change communication, surveillance/M&E and research, and therapeutic efficacy trials.
Under the supervision of the Provincial Capacity Building Specialists, the District Coordinators (8) will be in charge of implementing the project’s technical activities at the district level in close coordination with MOHCC and NMCP staff. This position is based in the district at the district health office.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
Plans, coordinates and implements all annual program activities within his/her designated districts.
Supervises activities in 3 designated districts.
Ensures that activities are on track and in accordance with PMI and NMCP guidelines.
Drives the PIP process at the district level including skills assessments, action plan development, and continuous supportive review.
Works with technical staff to develop, plan, and implement activities focused on case management, including malaria in pregnancy, LLIN distribution, and social behavioral change communication.
Works with district health teams to create responsive tailored interventions.
Ensures that the districts’ strategy and activities align with overall project goals.
Organizes trainings at community/health center level and ensures data and information are collected at district level.
Any other duties as assigned.
Preferred Skills / Prerequisites
Master’s Degree in public health, business administration, supply chain, pharmaceutical management or related field.
At least 6 of experience, preferably in managing health projects.
Experience working with government entities, stakeholder groups, health workers, local authorities, and community groups.
Ability to work well in a team environment.
Previous work experience in Zimbabwe is required. Previous work experience with USAID health projects and the NCMP is desirable.
Willingness to travel be located and work at the district level.
Oral and written English language required, additional knowledge of recognized local languages preferred.
Must be Zimbabwean or have a Zimbabwean work permit
Minimum Qualifications
(6+) years of experience and a master degree OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
