Regional Program Manager

Description The Guardian 2/10/2017 Sauti is a 5 year USAID-funded award being implemented by Jhpiego – Tanzania in collaboration with EngenderHealth, PACT and NIMR/Mwanza as implementing partners. The goal of Sauti, is to contribute to the improved health of all Tanzanians through a sustained reduction in new HIV infections, in support of the Government Tanzania through deploying new, and/or enhancing existing, vulnerability-tailored high-quality combination HIV prevention, positive health, dignity and prevention (PHOP), and family planning (FP) services, for key and vulnerable. Populations (KVP) in selected regions of Tanzania. Anticipated project results include: 1) Increased and timely use of HIV prevention and FP services; 2) Improved positive behaviors and social norms at the individual and community levels; 3) Reduced vulnerability of women through novel structural interventions; and 4) Increasingly sustainable comprehensive HIV prevention services for KVP. The Sauti consortium implements a robust research and learning agenda and in partnership with other organization. Jhpiego is therefore seeking to recruit the following position, which is available for immediate filling. Regional Program Manager {One Position Tabora] Position Overview: Reporting to the Deputy COP, the Regional Program Manager will be responsible for coordination, implementation and oversight of all the Sauti-TZ Activities in the assigned region. S/he will be responsible for managing finances, procurement, sub-grantees and human. resource at the regional level. The incumbent will build and maintain partnerships with the government and other key KVP stakeholders in the region. S/he will be responsible for the planning, coordination, implementation, management, monitoring and evaluation of program activities in the region. Under the leadership and supervision of the Program Director, s/he will work closely with Regional and District authorities, Health Teams, KVP-focused CBOs/CSOs, Community Leaders, KVP groups, and PLHIV groups to implement an integrated package of KVP-centered HIV preven- tion interventions. Responsibilities: • Coordinate the development of regional program strategy across the program components including work plans for overall implementation and attainment of program goals and' objectives • Provide strategic leadership and set priorities for the regional program team to ensure effective field program implementation • In collaboration with regional technical and financial staff, coordinate development and subsequently monitor budgets and spending for program activities. • Build leadership capacity of CBOs, local governments and other community structures to be able to robustly implement effective KVP programs • Liaise with' the Regional and District health management teams in making sure that Sauti-TZ activities appropriately contribute to local priorities and strategies. • Establish and maintain relationships with local stakeholders including KVP-focused CBOS, HIV/AIDS Care and Treatment Partners, and RlCHMTs where Sauti-TZ program is implemented. • Coordinate with the RlCHMTs to ensure Sauti-TZ activities are incorporated and/or harmonized with the Comprehensive Council Health Plans (CCHPs). • Coordinate Sauti-TZ program meetings and trainings with the RlCHMTs and other HIV/AIDS partners as per annual plans, or when need arises. • Work closely with senior managers of the program to monitor and ensure timely implementation of Sauti-TZ work plans. • Ensure that implemented Sauti-TZ activities are technically sound, evidence-based affirm to national and Jhpiego's standards, and responsive to local needs. • Coordinate and provide program leadership and district/regional authorities with regular progress reports on Sauti- TZ activities. • Work with the project management to ensure that resources for program implementation are available to support field activities. • Work with project partners to ensure that appropriate links are made with Sauti-TZ key technical areas implemented in the region. • In consultation with Sauti- TZ Project Director and Chief of Party, represent the program at various zonal/regional/district meetings/for and demonstrate Jhpiego's leadership in HIV prevention, PHDP and FP initiatives. • Lead and support program staff in identifying and documenting best practices/success stories from Sauti- TZ activities. • Monitor and supervise the efficiency and effectiveness of the work of Sauti- TZ regional program staff, other assigned technical staff and short term consultants as needed. • Lead the team to make sure all program activities in the region are implemented in a timely and self-sufficient manner, multi-tasking and prioritizing as necessary • Keep Jhpiego and the program leadership informed of successes, challenges, and key lessons leamed in implementing the program • Liaise with the RlCHMTs to ensure that Sa uti- TZ's supported activities are aligned with the national goals and plans as it pertains to comprehensive HIV prevention • Provide continuous technical and programmatic support to sub-grantees and ensure that they comply by the set regulations • Develop region-specific strategic plans, workplans, quarterly and annual reports and other program-related documents • Actively participate in regional KVP technical working groups, planning sessions and other relevant platforms as appropriate • Liaise closely with other regional HIV/AIDS and FP partners (Zonal, I RMO, DMOs, CHMTs, NGOs) to ensure program efforts are complementary and non-duplicative, • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor to ensure achievement of project goals • Facilitate program implementation and guide partners to increase effectiveness and efficiency to meet the program objectives • Coordinate with technical team member at regional level for periodic planning, monitoring, and evaluation annual program evaluation and audit. • Lead documentation of Jhpiego activities in the region • Represent Jhpiego in the region with the Ministry of Health, non-governmental organizations and other groups in-country as appropriate • Coordinate and/or represent Jhpiego in professional circles through meetings, conferences and presentations, in consultation with the supervisor. • Ensure that program strategies are based on sound technical content, sustainable and responsive to the needs of the country, its people and donors • Ensuring compliance with all requirements for activity development, activity worthiness, activity implementation, management, monitoring, evaluation, and activity closing • In partnership with the Jhpiego monitoring and evaluation team, work with the MoHSW to facilitate data collection for all relevant indicators in the Performance Monitoring Plan, analyze data, develop conclusions, promote recommendations, follow-up on revisions and document results • Identifying program opportunities and potential local partners Management and Administration • Responsible to Jhpiego for successful and timely programmatic implementation of the program • In collaboration with key technical staff, ensure program planning, development and implementation systems are in place and functioning effectively • Work with the Sauti- TZ Program Manager and other key staff to develop and modify country workplans including budgets where necessary to fit in the needs of the region • Monitor and supervise the efficiency and effectiveness of the regional program officers, other assigned technical staff and short-term consultants as needed Knowledge Management • Support field staff in identifying and documenting best practices/success stories from Sa uti- TZ activities. Required Qualifications • Graduate degree in medicine, nursing or other relevant field. Public health degree or related advanced degree also a plus. • Five years' experience in managing health programs including planning, designing, supervising, and evaluating healthcare programs. • Acknowledged skills in one of or more of the following areas: HIV/AIDS , STls and Family Planning related health services • Extensive knowledge of the local health systems from the national to the local levels. • Previous experience and understanding of policies of international and US donor agencies and private sector foundations preferred: • Experience of Working in KVP programs, and also working with sub-grantees is an added advantage • Demonstrated ability in managing teams to achieve health results • Ability to develop productive working relationships with counterparts in other agencies and organizations worldwide. • Aware of and sensitive to working in multiple socio-economic settings and with multi-cultural/behavioral groups • Proven leadership skills, as well as skills in facilitation, team building and coordination • Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills in English and Kiswahiti • Availability and willingness to travel up to 40% time Apply for this job Jhpiego is an equal opportunity employer and offers a competitive package selected candidates in line with salary history, academic qualifications and relevant experience. Send the application through email at SautiTZApplications@jhpiego.org Please note that, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The closing date for applications is two weeks after the first appearance of this advert.

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