Director, Medical Services

Closing date: 07 Dec 2010
Location: Nigeria - Abuja
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 1,400 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, Medical Services based in Abuja, Nigeria.

Position Responsibilities:

The Director, Medical Services provides technical leadership and management of HIV/AIDS (and related public health areas) prevention, care, treatment and support in the GHAIN project and FHI/Nigeria. Responsibilities include: Provides technical expertise and leadership for the design and implementation of HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and treatment and support programs; Works in close coordination with the Chief of Party/GHAIN and Country Director/FHI, and the relevant staff of USAID/Nigeria; Provides leadership and supervision to the Associate Directors of Medical Services, and work in close association with other technical Directors and technical leads in other Departments; Ensures that high quality and state of the art HIV prevention, care and treatment interventions are implemented in a timely manner and in coordination and collaboration with GHAIN partners, other USG partners and the GON; Participates in the GHAIN management team and represents the Deputy Chief of Party or Chief of Party in their absence; Ensures the technical training and staff development in Medical Services in the GHAIN Project in relevant areas; Represents the GHAIN Project and FHI at local and international meetings; Performs other duties assigned by the Chief of Party.

Minimum Requirements:

BS/BA in public health or related field, and 11-13 years relevant experience in international development programs with 5-7 years supervisory experience; or MS/MA/MPH in public health or related field, and 9 - 11 years relevant experience in international development programs, with 5-7 years supervisory experience; or PhD, MD or equivalent degree with 7 - 9 years relevant experience in HIV/AIDS or family planning with international development programs and 5-7 years of supervisory experience. Overseas field experience required.

FHI has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI's Career Center at www.fhi.org/careercenter

Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application. AA/EOE/M/F/V/D