Country Associate, Malaria and NTDs
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization founded in 2002, primarily in response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Its mission is to save lives and reduce the burden of disease in low- and middle-income countries. CHAI operates in over 40 countries, focusing on creating and sustaining high-quality health systems by working with governments and the private sector. The organization has expanded its focus beyond HIV to include infectious diseases such as COVID-19, malaria, tuberculosis, and hepatitis, as well as non-communicable diseases like cancer and diabetes. CHAI emphasizes sustainable impact at scale, ensuring that solutions are led by governments and that learnings are shared globally. The organization values diversity and inclusion, recognizing that its mission is best advanced by the contributions of individuals with diverse experiences and backgrounds.
Job Overview:
The Country Associate for Malaria and NTDs will play a crucial role in supporting the malaria program in Angola. This position involves a variety of responsibilities, including conducting both quantitative and qualitative analyses, designing strategic plans based on data, and providing operational support to ensure the successful execution of high-impact programs. The Associate will be expected to develop and maintain strong relationships with CHAI teams and relevant partners, including government and technical stakeholders. They will identify areas for intervention in vector control, surveillance, and program implementation, and will be responsible for initiating work plans to address these issues with minimal guidance. The ideal candidate will possess excellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational, communication, and project management skills, along with a strong sense of cultural sensitivity and emotional intelligence. The position is based in Luanda, with frequent travel to various provinces in Angola and occasional international travel.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of the Country Associate include providing technical assistance to the national malaria program to refine control interventions, supporting the development and monitoring of government strategies and work plans, and collaborating with CHAI colleagues and government counterparts to assess strategies and identify resource gaps. The Associate will contribute to drafting and reviewing technical products such as strategic plans, guidelines, grant proposals, and donor reports. They will also design and execute monitoring and evaluation processes to measure progress towards malaria control objectives, monitor program activities against project objectives, and identify operational bottlenecks. The Associate will be proactive in identifying new opportunities, anticipating risks, and supporting the drafting of programmatic reports for government and donors. Additional duties may be assigned by management as needed.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have professional fluency in both Portuguese and English, with strong written and verbal communication skills in both languages. A bachelor's degree and two to three years of relevant professional experience are required. Proficiency in the MS Office suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, is essential. The ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks and priorities is crucial. Candidates should possess exceptional analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to deliver persuasive presentations and reports. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships in a multicultural environment are also necessary. Willingness to travel frequently, including to rural areas, is expected.
Educational Background:
A bachelor's degree is required for this position, with a preference for candidates holding a master's degree or postgraduate qualification. Relevant professional experience in the field is also necessary, with a focus on health systems or public health.
Experience:
Candidates should have two to three years of relevant professional experience, ideally in roles related to public health, program management, or technical assistance in malaria control or infectious diseases. Experience in resource-limited settings, particularly in Angola, is highly desirable. Familiarity with fast-paced, results-oriented environments such as consulting or management is also preferred.
Languages:
Professional fluency in Portuguese and English is mandatory. Fluency in at least one relevant local language is preferred but not required.
Additional Notes:
This is a full-time position based in Luanda, Angola, with frequent travel (30-50% of the time) expected, including occasional travel to rural areas. The role may involve working remotely with a decentralized team. CHAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization founded in 2002, primarily in response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Its mission is to save lives and reduce the burden of disease in low- and middle-income countries. CHAI operates in over 40 countries, focusing on creating and sustaining high-quality health systems by working with governments and the private sector. The organization has expanded its focus beyond HIV to include infectious diseases such as COVID-19, malaria, tuberculosis, and hepatitis, as well as non-communicable diseases like cancer and diabetes. CHAI emphasizes sustainable impact at scale, ensuring that solutions are led by governments and that learnings are shared globally. The organization values diversity and inclusion, recognizing that its mission is best advanced by the contributions of individuals with diverse experiences and backgrounds.
Job Overview:
The Country Associate for Malaria and NTDs will play a crucial role in supporting the malaria program in Angola. This position involves a variety of responsibilities, including conducting both quantitative and qualitative analyses, designing strategic plans based on data, and providing operational support to ensure the successful execution of high-impact programs. The Associate will be expected to develop and maintain strong relationships with CHAI teams and relevant partners, including government and technical stakeholders. They will identify areas for intervention in vector control, surveillance, and program implementation, and will be responsible for initiating work plans to address these issues with minimal guidance. The ideal candidate will possess excellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational, communication, and project management skills, along with a strong sense of cultural sensitivity and emotional intelligence. The position is based in Luanda, with frequent travel to various provinces in Angola and occasional international travel.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of the Country Associate include providing technical assistance to the national malaria program to refine control interventions, supporting the development and monitoring of government strategies and work plans, and collaborating with CHAI colleagues and government counterparts to assess strategies and identify resource gaps. The Associate will contribute to drafting and reviewing technical products such as strategic plans, guidelines, grant proposals, and donor reports. They will also design and execute monitoring and evaluation processes to measure progress towards malaria control objectives, monitor program activities against project objectives, and identify operational bottlenecks. The Associate will be proactive in identifying new opportunities, anticipating risks, and supporting the drafting of programmatic reports for government and donors. Additional duties may be assigned by management as needed.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have professional fluency in both Portuguese and English, with strong written and verbal communication skills in both languages. A bachelor's degree and two to three years of relevant professional experience are required. Proficiency in the MS Office suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, is essential. The ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks and priorities is crucial. Candidates should possess exceptional analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to deliver persuasive presentations and reports. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships in a multicultural environment are also necessary. Willingness to travel frequently, including to rural areas, is expected.
Educational Background:
A bachelor's degree is required for this position, with a preference for candidates holding a master's degree or postgraduate qualification. Relevant professional experience in the field is also necessary, with a focus on health systems or public health.
Experience:
Candidates should have two to three years of relevant professional experience, ideally in roles related to public health, program management, or technical assistance in malaria control or infectious diseases. Experience in resource-limited settings, particularly in Angola, is highly desirable. Familiarity with fast-paced, results-oriented environments such as consulting or management is also preferred.
Languages:
Professional fluency in Portuguese and English is mandatory. Fluency in at least one relevant local language is preferred but not required.
Additional Notes:
This is a full-time position based in Luanda, Angola, with frequent travel (30-50% of the time) expected, including occasional travel to rural areas. The role may involve working remotely with a decentralized team. CHAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
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