PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving\u00a0\u00a0health equity. With more than 40 years of experience forging multisector partnerships and with expertise in science, economics, technology, advocacy, and dozens of other specialties, PATH develops and scales up innovative solutions to the world\u2019s most pressing heath challenges.
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\nPATH is a global organization that works to accelerate health equity by bringing together public institutions, businesses, social enterprises, and investors to solve the world\u2019s most pressing health challenges. With expertise in science, health, economics, technology, advocacy, and dozens of other specialties, PATH develops and scales solutions\u2014including vaccines, drugs, devices, diagnostics, and innovative approaches to strengthening health systems worldwide.
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\nPATH seeks\u00a0Project Director\u00a0for the anticipated Sustainable and Integrated Data Systems project funded by The Global Fund. The project will leverage Global Fund-supported country investments to strengthen and integrate data systems for disease surveillance, engaging health impact across priority diseases and public health functions.<\/p>\n
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\nThe Project Lead will provide overall strategic leadership and serve as primary liaison with the Global Fund, ministries, and partners. S\/he will oversee multi-country planning, implementation, and delivery of the TA activities defined in this project, and will coordinate the project team, ensuring quality outputs and on-time deliverables. The Project Lead will be accountable for the successful financial management of the project.
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\nKey Responsibilities:<\/p>\n
Lead development of project strategy and implementation from inception to completion, including the execution of all aspects of project\u00a0implementation.
\nOversee, through matrixed management, the work of a small team of project staff based in Zambia, Ghana, and Senegal to deliver on the project workplans.
\nIdentify and mitigate potential project risks and communicate efforts to donor and government counterparts.
\nRepresent the project team in meetings with key partners, government officials, and other\u00a0stakeholders.
\nCollaborate with local partners, government agencies, NGOs and other stakeholders to enhance project outcomes.
\nManage project budget in compliance with donor and PATH requirements.
\nLead development of\u00a0project and donor reports.
\nFacilitate cross-country learning on digital health\/data system integration approaches
\nMaintain open and effective communication with the multiple global PATH project teams (MACEPA, STRIDES) to coordinate regional\/global TA and support that is efficient, timely, and responsive to the respective country needs.
\nEnsure documentation of lessons learned, best practices, and success stories.
\nLead processes, in close collaboration with respective country focal points and Ministry of Health and Public Health Institute staff, the identification and hiring of embedded TA in the three project countries.
\nProvide technical expertise and mentorship on relevant areas to the project such as digital health systems integration, HMIS interoperability, community health information platforms, supporting government with embedded technical assistance, etc.<\/p>\n
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\nRequired Skills and Experience:<\/p>\n
At least a master\u2019s degree in relevant discipline.
\nAt least twelve (12) years of relevant professional experience in the public health sector.
\nProven experience as a Project Lead\/Project Director for development projects, with experience working on multi-country projects as asset.
\nA strong understanding of the data systems for health of Zambia, Ghana, and\/or Senegal, with direct experience working with at least one of these Ministries of Health, particularly with embedded models of technical support.<\/p>\n
A strong understanding of health information system integration approaches, interoperability standards, and platforms.
\nAbility to work on a complex project with multiple concurrent workplans, short deadlines, and an emphasis on value for money.<\/p>\n
English fluency required, French proficiency is an asset.<\/p>\n
Ability to travel within Africa up to 20%.<\/p>\n
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\nLocation:\u00a0Lusaka, Zambia; Accra, Ghana; Dakar, Senegal
\nMust have legal authorization to work in Zambia, Ghana, or Senegal.
\nPATH is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity is valued.
\nPATH is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. PATH does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law
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