Job Openings at FHI 360

Supervisor: Director, Technical Assistance and Strategic Results Utilization

Basic Function:

The Senior Technical Advisor (HIV/TB) provides leadership and technical support to the project in the areas of clinical care/ART, PMTCT and reproductive health. S/he coordinates services needed to implement high-quality care PMTCT, HIV care and treatment and reproductive health/family planning services (RH/FP).

Duties and responsibilities:

• Assist in providing technical leadership and technical support related to clinical management of HIV/AIDS, ART, PMTCT, TB, Reproductive Health/Family Planning strategies and approaches
• Coordinate the design and implementation of HIV clinical care/ART, PMTCT, TB reproductive health/family planning strategies in field-level projects and programs
• Provide technical assistance in HIV/AIDS clinical management and PMTCT capacity building to field programs
• Provide oversight and supervisory roles to the appropriate technical staff
• Develop guidelines, tools and recommendations related to the implementation, evaluation of clinical management of HIV/AIDS, PMTCT, TB and RH/FP
• Contribute to the development of lessons learned from programs and projects related to clinical management of HIV/AIDS, PMTCT, TB, RH/FP and apply these lessons to modify existing and improve the design of new programs
• Represent FHI360 to donors and government officials on issues of clinical management of HIV/AIDS, PMTCT, TB, and RH/FP
• Remain informed on current programs in the field of clinical management of HIV/AIDS and related development field by reviewing current literature and stay alert to any implication of such experience and research for department activities
• Provide technical assistance in non-ART clinical care including the management of opportunistic infections (OI) and Palliative care capacity building to field programs
• Develop concept papers and research papers to improve and or extend existing studies in the management of HIV/AIDS activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:

• Knowledge of health and development programs in developing countries in general and Nigeria specifically
• Clinical management and training experience and ability to understand the full range of issues around the clinical management of HIV/AIDS, including the provision of ART
• Knowledge of Nigerian clinical setting, including government and non-government settings
• Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the social, political and ethical issues surrounding HIV infections
• Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, subcontractors, consultants and recipients of assistance
• Ability to represent FHI360 to donors, government officials and the NGO community
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision
• High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English communication, including presentation and training skills
• Proven ability in supervising staff
• Well-developed computer skills
• Ability to travel within Nigeria 25% time.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• MB.BS/MD/PHD with 5 to 7 years relevant experience with at least 5 years progressive experience at the senior management level working in the health or development field in Nigeria.
• BA/BS in biological science degrees with a minimum of 9 to 11 years’ relevant experience in care and treatment for HIV/AIDS with at least 5 years progressive experience at the senior management level working in the health or development field in Nigeria.
• MSC/MPH degree in a related field is required with 7-9 years experience in care and treatment for HIV/TB with at least 5 years progressive experience at the senior management level working in the health or development field in Nigeria.
• Proven experience in project development, planning and facilitating technical training.
• Familiarity with the Nigerian public sector health system and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.
• Familiarity working with USAID/PEPFAR donor funded projects.

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This position will oversee and manage financial operations within WESARO, ensuring rigorous financial monitoring and adherence to financial policies and procedures and supports the development and implementation of processes related to issuing and management of subawards. The role will provide professional expertise and technical training from pre-award to close-out of sub-awards, including the development of subaward solicitations, negotiation, preparation of sub-award packages, execution, monitoring and overall administration. Work will also include leading and participating in organization-wide process improvement projects, support the creation of new and the improvement of existing processes and standards related to subaward execution and management. Develop, manage, and analyze project budgets, ensuring alignment with donor requirements and organizational policies. Implement financial modeling and analysis to support senior management in making informed decisions and optimizing financial strategies. Address inquiries related to sub-award management and provide training to sub-award recipients to enhance their financial reporting and compliance. Proactively guide and support financial success across projects by applying high-level analytical expertise and strategic insight.

Accountabilities

• Manage budgeting, financial planning, and reporting for multiple projects, ensuring alignment with donor requirements and organizational standards.
• Lead the lifecycle of subawards, including development, negotiation, and performance monitoring, while identifying areas for process improvement and compliance risk.
• Participate in Business Development teams to provide advice in sub-award planning and allocation.
• Lead the process of reviewing subaward documents and provide feedback and training in areas that need improvements, including but not limited to Pre-Award Assessment Tool, Solicitation and Selection documents and subaward packages, SFR and financial report review, and other subaward documentation.
• Review and development of contractual documents including requests for approval, negotiation memoranda, source selection memoranda, purchase requisitions, sub-award agreements, and consultant agreements according to FHI 360 templates.
• Provide training and capacity building to project staff and subaward recipients on standardized procedures for efficient award and sub- award management, on financial reporting, compliance, and best practices.
• Conduct detailed financial analyses to monitor project performance, generate comprehensive reports, and support strategic decision-making.
• Identify inefficiencies in current practices and implement best practices for financial and subaward management.
• Identify areas of compliance risk and escalate as necessary to appropriate parties.
• Problem solve with project staff around issues specific to subawards as needed

Applied Knowledge and Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures with accounting, financial controls, and financial information systems.
• Knowledge of donor (USG and non-USG) rules and regulations, common mechanisms of funding, contracting concepts, and principles from the solicitation phase to post-award administration.
• Ability to provide strategic leadership, and advise to team members, collaborate with colleagues, and lead capacity building initiatives.
• Superior ability to communicate clearly in both oral and written form.
• Fluency in English and French is necessary
• Sound knowledge of Generally Acceptable Accounting Principles (GAAP), Cost Accounting Systems (CAS), and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
• Must possess excellent organizational, supervisory, leadership and managerial skills.

Problem Solving and Impact

• Works on moderately complex problems, which require in depth evaluation of data and make recommendations.
• Exercises judgement within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques for obtaining results. Demonstrates proficient analytical thinking and problem solving.
• Identifies inefficiencies, weak areas and pain points for projects and proposes solutions.
• Ability to prioritize tasks to address most critical needs first.
• Contributes to the completion of organizational projects and goals.
• Serves as a resource to others in resolving moderately complex problems; identifies substantive issues that are thoroughly and accurately researched and analyzed.

Supervision Given/Received

• Able to work independently to manage projects.
• Reports directly to WESARO Regional Finance and Operation Director
• Ability to mentor, motivate and manage individuals and groups from diverse groups and backgrounds, resulting in high quality and timely work delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, International Development, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 5-8 years (8 years preferred) of progressively responsible experience in financial management and subaward processes, including at least 3 years in a supervisory role required.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations (GAAP, CAS, FAR) and experience with donor compliance.
• Proven analytical skills and ability to problem-solve in complex situations.
• Excellent communication skills, with proficiency in English and French.
• Experience in international development and working with NGOs preferred.
• USG and other donor experience required.