Primary Healthcare Director | Addis Ababa

• Lead projects focusing on PHC, including operationalizing the HEP road map for optimal implementation of Amref’s strategy; Ensure proper integration with other RMNCH and WASH program activities for better improved outcome and synergy;
• Oversee any public health emergencies that occurring program interventions areas and coordinate with other directors and program managers;

Staff Management

• Provide regular support and supervision to staff under direct line management. This includes (but is not limited to) the formulation of individual work plans (with agreed indicators of achievement) based on project work plans and/or job descriptions. It also includes regularly scheduled supervision and performance management meetings to assess progress against agree outputs;
• Facilitate capacity building of Amref’s technical staffs on their technical competency; provide regular knowledge and skill update to all technical staff on their technical competency related to human resources for health, health financing, digital solutions and social behavior change;

Representation and Networking

• At the request of the Senior Director, represent Amref with donors, the Ethiopian government, Ethiopian civil society organizations and NGOs working in Ethiopia; participate in technical PHC forums, policy dialogue and technical working groups, as well as multi-sectoral platforms;
• Foster strong partnerships and build networks with MOH, RHB, The Gates Foundation, local health institutions, and other relevant stakeholders.

• Master’s Degree in Public Health or related field

• At least 10 years of experience working on PHC programs and community health domains especially in HEP and PHC reforms at national and/or regional level, with minimum of five years in senior leadership and management position.

• Demonstrated technical and managerial ability, strong analytical skills and critical thinking, ability to interact and work effectively with others at all levels;
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with government stakeholders and other partners;
• Strong leadership, collaborative, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Strong IT literacy
• Willingness to travel extensively within the country (30% of the time)