Job Summary:

Working under the direction of the Associate Director, Projects and Programs, responsible for development of hormonal IUD social and behavior change (SBC) strategies and materials. Provides technical assistance to Associate Director for overall project activities including development of hormonal IUD Costed Introduction Plan (CIP), updating national monitoring and logistics systems, as well as leading SBC activities. Contributes knowledge products through the creation and management of reports and technical materials. Contributes to business development efforts as opportunities arise.

Accountabilities:

Technical requirements:

• Under the guidance of Associate Director, provide technical leadership, direction and support related to the development and dissemination of HIUD SBC materials, tools, reports, and papers.
• Supports other technical aspects of the project including Costed Introduction Plan development, updating national monitoring and logistics systems, and SBD strategies.
• Works closely with the Associate Director to ensure project implementation remains technically sound and adheres to company strategy and standard operating procedures (SOP’s).
• Develops or writes technical briefs, reports, or other necessary materials for project reporting and dissemination.
• Provides technical input on hormonal IUD SBC best practices to assist with implementation
• Assists with implementing components of the technical portions of the project plan
• Develops and monitors technical work plans and budgets.
• Participate in client / funder meetings and draft reports / presentations. Project Design Implementation:
• Develops strategies and tools for the design and implementation of specific technical components.
• Monitors project deliverables and reports to supervisor.
• Leads technical project activities and sub activities and assists with project implementation.
• Implements SBC components of the project workplan.
• Identifies and raises issues to senior technical staff.

Business Development and Client/Funder Support:

• Participates in business development as opportunities arise.

Operations Management (Finance, HR, etc.):

• Ensures project activities are on track with work plans, with technical expertise informing project implementation.
• Oversees project timelines and budgets. Assists in the development of donor reports and presentations.
• Collects financial and technical tracking data; prepares reports.

Project/Program Reporting:

• Prepares reports and papers summarizing project results.
• Establishes and maintains SOW and budget tracking systems.
• Drafts / prepares client technical reports.
• Creates technical content (e.g., SBC materials, reports, presentations, manuscripts, etc.).

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong understanding of current state of health priorities within Ethiopia with a focus on the family planning sector, particularly hormonal IUD.
• In-depth knowledge of SBC strategies and materials development.
• Demonstrated strong technical and programmatic skills.
• Proven ability to work as an effective team member.
• Excellent oral/written communication skills in English and one or more local languages.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and negotiation skills, and experience working in collaboration with the government, partners, donors, and NGOs.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent and demonstrated project management skills.
• Ability to set priorities while multi-tasking and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to develop scopes of work and deliverables for partners, consultants, etc.
• Has sensitivity to cultural diversity and understanding of the political, contextual, and ethical issues in assigned areas.
• Demonstrated proficiency with using Microsoft Office Suite required.

Problem Solving & Impact:

• Solid operational and tactical decision maker with the ability to handle unforeseen and often time sensitive issues.
• Ability to solve problems and implement corrective action as needed

Supervision Given/Received:

• Routine coordination with all employees, in the country office and with HQ (minimally).
• Expected to work well with others and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external staff and partners.
• Reports to Associate Director

Education: **

• Master’s Degree, or its international equivalent in public health or a related field.

Experience: **

• Requires at least 6 years of experience with increasing level of responsibility in SBC technical assistance.
• Experience working in a non-governmental organization (NGO).
• Experience developing SBC materials.
• Experience working in the family planning sector in Ethiopia. Preferred experience with the hormonal IUD.
• Prior experience of FHI 360 systems and procedures preferred.

Typical Physical Demands:

• Typical office environment.
• Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs.

Technology to be Used:

• Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.

Travel Requirements:

• Up to 25%

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