Senior Director, Emerging Global Health Threats

Position description

FHI 360 is a global organization that mobilizes research, resources and relationships so people everywhere have access to the opportunities they need to lead full and healthy lives. With collaborations in over 60 countries, we work directly with local leaders to advance social and economic equity, improve health and well-being, respond to humanitarian crises and strengthen community resilience. We share data-driven insights and scalable tools that expand access and equity so communities can effectively address complex challenges, respond to shocks and achieve thriving futures. To learn more, visit fhi360.org.

 

FHI 360 is seeking a visionary public health expert for the role of Senior Director, Emerging Global Health Threats. Reporting to the Senior Vice President for Strategic Growth, the Senior Director will launch FHI 360’s new Center for Emerging Global Health Threats and serve as a senior advisor to the SVP, providing strategic guidance and addressing issues critical to the group’s success. The successful candidate will lead research analysis and evidence use to shape FHI 360’s strategic vision, establish partnerships, and build a robust portfolio that addresses the world’s most pressing threats to health and well-being.

Responsibilities/Duties:

Complexity & Problem Solving: 

• Navigate complex issues within the international development landscape, leveraging expertise to define and address challenges unique to the Center’s focus area. 
• Develop and execute long-term operational plans that align with FHI 360’s organizational strategy and address  emerging global health threats. 
• Translate FHI 360’s overarching organizational strategy into actionable plans for the Center for Emerging Global Health Threats. 
• Identify priority areas to grow FHI 360’s emerging global health threats practice area based on market analysis and FHI 360’s competitive strengths. 
• Select opportunities to pursue across diverse funders to grow the portfolio and secure funding for research, programs, and advocacy. 
• Foster innovation and drive the adoption of evidence-based practices in the portfolio. 
• Achieve lasting impact for the Center’s portfolio by delivering high-quality results. 
• Achieve operational goals and business development targets in support of the organizational strategy. 

Expertise & Influence: 

• Serve as an internal and external high-visibility expert and spokesperson for FHI 360’s emerging global health threats portfolio, inclusive of research, programs, and advocacy. 
• Engage with senior management, executives, and key stakeholders to cultivate partnerships crucial to the Center’s success. 
• Align the 3-Year Resource Mobilization Plan for climate action with the Center’s 3-Year Operational Plan to ensure strategic integration with existing FHI 360 core product lines.
• Develop indicators and provide data for monitoring and measuring global health threats metrics. 
• Oversee the implementation of strategies for market shaping and advocacy to drive future business and lead efforts for new business lines. 

Collaboration & Interaction: 

• Identify and establish new collaborative partnerships with funders, government entities, and key stakeholders to build FHI 360’s reputation and credibility. 
• Engage with senior management, executives, and key stakeholders to cultivate partnerships crucial to the Center’s success 
• Collaborate with business development and technical teams across operational units to contribute to the 3-Year Resource Mobilization Plans and lead the development of the 3-Year Emerging Global Health Threats Operational Plan. 
• Participate in or secure FHI 360 staff participation in external outreach, conferences, meetings, and visits to showcase FHI 360’s work and build its reputation in the market. 
• Represent FHI 360 to current and potential funders, partners, and government representatives. 
• Forge and maintain collaborative relationships with global operations teams. 
• Facilitate the collection, documentation, and dissemination of evidence and best practices. 
• Share best practices and contribute to the knowledge base through participation in scientific forums and technical networks.
• Stay current on funding opportunities and support/lead business development efforts. 

Task Management & Efficiency: 

• Lead a multidisciplinary team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Supervise senior staff members, directing team activities, capacity strengthening efforts, and the implementation of annual work plans. 
• Manage and coordinate the implementation of strategic and operational plans for the Center. 
• Foster capacity strengthening of global staff working on emerging global health threats in program delivery. 
• Foster locally led development and support national staff thought leadership efforts. 
• Leverage expertise across the organization for analysis, technical support, knowledge products, and strategic and operational plans. 
• Embrace other duties as assigned, contributing to the team’s multifaceted and evolving responsibilities.

Qualifications

Knowledge & Skills: 

• Broad understanding of emerging global health threats and its impacts on the development sector; a relevant area of expertise (e.g., epidemiology, public health) would be an advantage. 
• Expertise in leveraging the use of digital technology, AI, and geospatial data in research, programs, and advocacy. 
• Visionary, forward-looking, and strategic thinker with a multidisciplinary approach to problem-solving. 
• Substantial experience in leading the development and execution of strategic goals. 
• Effective knowledge of the design, implementation, and management of emerging global health threats projects funded by US Government, corporations, foundations and other funders. 
• Business savvy, with knowledge of various funding mechanisms, general contracting, and reporting requirements, funder planning, and reporting systems. 
• Knowledge of business development processes, specifically proposal development, within an international NGO context. 
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to articulate and communicate clearly and positively with clients and staff. 
• Demonstrated project and personnel management skills. 
• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English. Proficiency in additional language(s) a plus.
• Experience in monitoring and evaluation as well as strategic planning, capacity building, and team management. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree or international equivalent in public health, epidemiology, or a related field. 
• Minimum of 15 years related experience in public health, change management, strategy planning, consulting, internal corporate strategy, managing nonprofit programs and technical delivery in international development settings; 12 years and a master’s degree; 9 years and a Ph.D.; or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience to perform job responsibilities effectively. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree or its International Equivalent in a related field. 
• We welcome candidates with relevant certifications or their international equivalents, underscoring their dedication to excellence in nonprofit international development and related fields such as international development, strategic management, or related areas.

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