Senior Director Technical Advancement at FHI 360

RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES

Complexity & Problem Solving:

• Leverages market analysis and organizational strengths to identify priority areas for growth.
• Aligns staffing and resources accordingly.
• Works closely with senior leadership and business development teams.
• Develops and executes strategies to secure projects across diverse funders.
• Continuously fosters thought leadership within Centers.

Discretion & Impact:

• Serves as a high-profile advocate and spokesperson for FHI 360 across technical areas.
• Shapes market strategies and drives business growth.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure coherence and effectiveness in achieving Market Strategy and Growth objectives.
• Maximizes impact and visibility.

Collaboration & Interaction:

• Cultivates collaborative partnerships with funders, government entities, and stakeholders.
• Enhances FHI 360’s reputation and informs strategic decision-making.
• Serves as a representative to external stakeholders.
• Fosters relationships critical to organizational success.
• Facilitates internal knowledge sharing and best practices dissemination.
• Promotes a culture of achievement and accountability.

Management & Supervision:

• Leads the Global Technical Advancement team, managing a team of technical experts and their direct reports, ensuring a minimum of 30% project coverage.
• Ensures effective team management and adherence to locally led development principles.
• Supports technical capacity strengthening and coordination across Market Strategy and Growth teams.
• Fosters an environment conducive to innovation and collaboration.
• Embraces other duties as assigned, contributing to the team’s multifaceted and evolving responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge & Skills:

• Visionary leader with extensive experience in international development and strategic planning.
• Strong project management, business development, and personnel management skills.
• Proven track record of integrating cross-cutting issues into technical areas of work.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Relevant bachelor’s degree or its international equivalent in Knowledge/Information Services, Communications, Education, Environment, Health, Behavioral, Life/Social Sciences, International Development, Human Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 15 years related experience, managing nonprofit programs and technical delivery in international development settings; 12 years and a master’s degree; 9 years and a PhD; or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience to perform job responsibilities effectively.
• Minimum 8 years in leadership and management, specifically with operational oversight of multiple departments. Experience in management of technical programs, research, and quality services and delivery.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or its International Equivalent in a related field.
• We welcome candidates with relevant certifications or their international equivalents, underscoring their dedication to excellence in nonprofit international development and related fields such as international development, strategic management, or related areas.