Cameroon Country Project Director

Overall Responsibilities

The Country Project Director is responsible for coordinating and managing all activities for the Systems for Improved Access to Pharmaceuticals and Services (SIAPS) Program in Cameroon and serves as the technical lead on selected program activities.  S/he shall be responsible and accountable for the development, regular update and implementation of the country work plan and budget to ensure attainment of the program goals and objectives in line with the SIAPS mandate and approaches, to contribute to the goals of the local USG Mission and that of government partners. S/he is the primary liaison between SIAPS and the local USAID Coordinator/US State Government Health Officer, Government counterparts, stakeholders, and partners involved with pharmaceutical management activities and/or implementing related programs in the country. The Country Project Director is accountable for the management of the SIAPS Country office, provides strategic and technical guidance and works closely with the assigned Arlington based Portfolio Manager, other SIAPS home office technical and operational staff, and other MSH projects in the country to ensure that MSH/CPM/SIAPS plans and activities effectively address priority pharmaceutical and commodity management needs of the country. As the head of the SIAPS Country Leadership Team, he or she ensures the timely and quality delivery of SIAPS products and activities and supervises in-country staff.

Qualifications

Advanced degree in a health-related field required; physician, nurse, or pharmacist qualification preferred.Several years of experience in senior level position(s) in international public health is required. Also, experience in pharmaceutical management and systems strengthening strongly preferred, particularly those related to the implementation of reproductive health, MCH, HIV/AIDS, Malaria, TB prevention, care, and treatment programs in developing countries.Experience with public health programs supported by bilateral agencies such as USAID and international agencies such as WHO and World Bank, preferred.Demonstrated managerial and organizational skills in a development country setting with flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.Excellent interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to interact professionally with culturally diverse staff, clients, and consultants.Experience managing and supervising technical staffDemonstrated ability to assess priorities and manage a variety of activities in a time-sensitive environment and meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality.Proven record of aligning diverse, multi-level teams with project mission and vision.Track record of, and strong commitment to, transparency and collaboration, as demonstrated by sharing knowledge, documenting experiences, supporting creative initiatives, and sharing credit.Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with senior-level colleagues, particularly interacting productively, proactively, and comfortably with government agencies, NGOs, private sector groups, USAID, Collaborating Agencies, and donor organizations.Demonstrated strategic agility, diplomacy, conflict management, team building, written and oral communication, and negotiation skills.Excellent writing and presentation skills in English and French are essential.Ability to travel as required to support the progress of program activitiesDemonstrated experience and knowledge of Cameroon, West and/or Central African regions is an asset.

Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental handicap, or status as a disabled or Vietnam Era veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces.

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