RESPONSIBILITIES
1.External Relations
• Represent PSI to national government agencies; key stakeholders such as UN agencies, private sector partners and NGOs; and donors in host country.
• Manage public relations efforts such as the development of annual reports, success stories, press releases and fact sheets; host donor visits; and supervise the development of any other PR publications or activities.
• Ensure that PSI is an active participant of national and partner working groups, committees, the Country Coordinating Mechanism (CCM) and any other relevant bodies as appropriate.
2.Program Development
• Develop long-term strategic plans with board members and appropriate platform staff.
• Analyze potential new program areas and opportunities for innovation.
• Lead new business efforts, including developing and maintaining excellent relationships with donors and relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure that PSI’s programs are in line with national health priorities and strategies.
• Develop clear objectives with staff that are linked to platform minimum standards, platform strategic plan and donor deliverables.
• Oversee the creation of annual marketing plans and the development of evidence-based programming.
• Review and approve research conducted in support of programs, and evaluate the effectiveness and sustainability of program activities.
• Coordinate with appropriate PSI headquarters technical departments to ensure that program activities follow best practices.
• Ensure that PSI projects are contractually compliant, including meeting all reporting requirements and deliverables.
3.Human Resources Management
• Establish management structure to support program activities and to meet minimum standards.
• Ensure that induction and job training is provided to all staff.
• Provide adequate pay and benefits to retain qualified staff within the limits of donor budgets and following a platform salary matrix that is competitive with industry standards.
• Establish and follow a regular performance evaluation system for all staff.
• Ensure that senior managers are leading Capacity Building efforts.
• Directly manage and mentor staff members, as per the platform’s management structure.
4.Financial and Internal Controls
• Develop and manage both annual and project budgets in accordance with donor and PSI/W regulations.
• Ensure regular review of expenditures against project budgets at the departmental level.
• Ensure the application of internal controls over the procurement, use and protection of resources.
• Ensure that all PSI financial policies and procedures are followed and validated by internal evaluations and external audits. Develop economies of scale and other cost efficiencies through a supply chain system that includes a stringent risk management plan and minimum standards of performance.
• Meet PSI minimum standards for implementing financial systems and submitting monthly financial reports to headquarters.
• Coordinate with PSI/W functional departments (finance, contracts, procurement) to obtain required authorizations and support services.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• At least five years work experience in a developing country;
• Significant fundraising, personnel, operational and financial management experience, with a technical background in marketing, advertising, or communications a plus;
• Demonstrated strengths in strategic organizational leadership and external relations;
• Proven ability to develop and mentor staff;
• Experience developing and executing behavior change communications or marketing campaigns;
• Knowledge of international development and health issues;
• Familiarity with USAID, KfW and Global Fund as well as the international donor community;
• Excellent cross-cultural and interpersonal skills;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Relevant post-graduate degree (MBA, MIA, MPH, etc.) or equivalent experience;
How to apply:
APPLY ONLINE at http://www.psi.org. No calls or emails, please.
PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or disability.
Closing Date: Monday, 13 February 2012
