Jobs at Family Health International

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.
FHI has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register on-line 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. AN EOE/M/F/V/D

* Country Director/Chief of Party, Nigeria (Req ID 1327)
The Country Director/Chief of Party provides leadership and management oversight for all of FHI’s portfolio of projects in Nigeria, oversees operations and, as the primary FHI country representative, ensures strong collaboration between FHI and local government, donors and sponsors. Represents FHI to external donors/sponsors, and leads FHI’s business and resource development efforts in country. Also serves as project director or chief of party (COP) on designated FHI project/so

Minimum Requirements:
BS/BA and 13 – 15 years relevant experience with international development programs, including 7 – 9 years of supervisory experience; or MS/MA and 11 – 13 years relevant experience with international development programs, including 7 – 9 years of supervisory experience; or PhD/MD and 9 – 11 years relevant experience with international development programs, including 7 – 9 years of supervisory experience. Overseas field experience is required.
Location: Abuja

* Deputy Director, Management, Nigeria (Req ID 1328)
The Deputy Director, Management reports to the Country Director and is responsible for managing large, complex programs in Nigeria. S/he ensures:
-achievement of results of which FHI is responsible under agreement with the donor;
-program quality according to FHI standards;
-project resources are utilized in accordance with applicable FHI and donor policies and procedures;
-appropriate monitoring of sub-projects to achieve financial, administrative, and programmatic goals.

The Deputy Director, Management oversees production of timely and accurate financial and programmatic reports to FHI, and donors as required. S/he also performs other duties assigned by the Country Director.

Minimum Requirements:
BS/BA in public health or related field, and 11 – 13 years relevant experience in international development programs, including 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, including 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, including 5 – 7 years of supervisory experience. Overseas field experience is required.
Location: Abuja