Executive Director, Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNI)

Family Health International (FHI) is a global health and development organization whose science-based programs bring lasting change to the world’s most vulnerable people. Our approach is rigorous and evidence-driven. Among our worldwide staff of 2,500 are leading physicians, scientists, and technical experts in health, development, and management. Our work is global in scale yet country-focused, with international offices staffed by local professionals. Since 1971, we have worked with 10400 partners in 125 countries, forging strong relationships with governments, diverse organizations, the private sector, and communities. By applying science to programs, FHI is helping countries make measurable progress against disease, poverty, and inequity-improving lives for millions. We seek qualified candidates for the position of Director, Finance and Administration in Abuja, Nigeria

Job Title: Executive Director, Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNI)

Location: Nigeria
Req ID: 1425
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Position Responsibilities:

The Executive Director, Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNI) provides leadership and management oversight for all AHNI’s activities and large, complex and diverse portfolio of public health programs in Nigeria. Responsibilities include: provides operational oversight of all operations; develops and ensures effective and productive collaboration between AHNI and national, state, and local government as well as community and other stakeholders; represents AHNI to external donors and sponsors; leads AHNI business and resource development efforts in country; serves as project director or chief of party (COP) on designated AHNI project/s; and manages the relationship of AHNI at the leadership level with FHI.

Position Requirements:

BS/BA and 9-11 years relevant experience with international development programs and includes 3-5 years of supervisory experience; or MS/MA in public health or related field and 7-9 years relevant experience with international development programs and includes 3-5 years of supervisory experience; or PhD/MD or equivalent degree and 5-7 years relevant experience with international development programs and includes 3-5 years of supervisory experience. Overseas field experience required. English language skills required.

- This is not an expatriate position. No expatriate benefits or allowances provided.

Method of Application
FHI has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI’s Career Center to submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements.
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Application Deadline is 22nd March 2011