Senior Director, Global Tuberculosis
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 by supporting governments and the private sector in creating and sustaining high-quality health systems. CHAI operates in 40 countries and has a diverse team dedicated to addressing various health challenges, including infectious diseases like COVID-19, malaria, tuberculosis, and hepatitis, as well as non-communicable diseases. The organization emphasizes the importance of sustainable impact and government-led solutions, ensuring that its programs are designed to scale nationally and that learnings are shared globally. CHAI is committed to diversity and inclusion, recognizing that its mission is best advanced by the contributions of individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds.
Job Overview:
The director" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Senior Director for Global Tuberculosis will be CHAI's leading voice on TB, responsible for setting a clear programmatic vision and translating it into actionable strategies. This role requires a leader who can navigate the complexities of the TB landscape, which includes a diverse ecosystem of multilateral organizations, bilateral donors, and national programs. The Senior Director will work closely with country teams and funders to ensure that TB investments are made effectively, focusing on cost-effectiveness and measurable public health impact. The position involves strategic ownership of the TB program, managing relationships with key funders, and leading a team of experts in TB diagnostics, treatment, and prevention. The ideal candidate will bring a rigorous, quantitative approach to resource allocation and a track record of delivering sustainable public health outcomes in low- and middle-income countries.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Educational Background:
An advanced degree in economics, public policy, public health, management, science, or other relevant fields is required for this position. This educational background will provide the necessary foundation for understanding the complexities of global health and the specific challenges associated with tuberculosis management.
Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of 10 years of experience in global health or related fields, with a focus on leadership roles that demonstrate increasing responsibility. Experience in managing multi-country programs or advising governments on health initiatives is essential, along with a track record of achieving measurable public health outcomes in low- and middle-income countries.
Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, and proficiency in additional languages relevant to the regions where CHAI operates would be advantageous. This could include languages spoken in sub-Saharan Africa or South and Southeast Asia, where the burden of tuberculosis is significant.
Additional Notes:
This position is full-time and offers flexibility to be based in any of CHAI's program countries, pending work authorization and leadership approval. The role involves significant leadership responsibilities and the opportunity to make a substantial impact on global health through the management of CHAI's TB program.
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 by supporting governments and the private sector in creating and sustaining high-quality health systems. CHAI operates in 40 countries and has a diverse team dedicated to addressing various health challenges, including infectious diseases like COVID-19, malaria, tuberculosis, and hepatitis, as well as non-communicable diseases. The organization emphasizes the importance of sustainable impact and government-led solutions, ensuring that its programs are designed to scale nationally and that learnings are shared globally. CHAI is committed to diversity and inclusion, recognizing that its mission is best advanced by the contributions of individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds.
Job Overview:
The director" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Senior Director for Global Tuberculosis will be CHAI's leading voice on TB, responsible for setting a clear programmatic vision and translating it into actionable strategies. This role requires a leader who can navigate the complexities of the TB landscape, which includes a diverse ecosystem of multilateral organizations, bilateral donors, and national programs. The Senior Director will work closely with country teams and funders to ensure that TB investments are made effectively, focusing on cost-effectiveness and measurable public health impact. The position involves strategic ownership of the TB program, managing relationships with key funders, and leading a team of experts in TB diagnostics, treatment, and prevention. The ideal candidate will bring a rigorous, quantitative approach to resource allocation and a track record of delivering sustainable public health outcomes in low- and middle-income countries.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Define and communicate a bold strategic direction for CHAI's global TB portfolio, aligning it with organizational priorities and donor expectations.
- Monitor shifts in TB financing, epidemiology, and policy to position CHAI proactively.
- Develop multi-year programmatic plans and performance management systems to drive accountability.
- Lead resource mobilization efforts to sustain and grow support from institutional donors and new philanthropic sources.
- Manage relationships with major donors, ensuring high-quality reporting and risk management.
- Set the intellectual agenda for TB work, driving the learning and research agenda.
- Represent CHAI at global TB community events and shape the global policy environment for TB.
- Lead and develop a diverse, high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.
- Collaborate with other CHAI programs to identify synergies and integrated approaches.
Required Qualifications:
- 10+ years of progressive experience in global health, development, or related fields.
- Strong grounding in economics and cost-effectiveness analysis.
- Proven success in leading global or multi-country programs with measurable public health impact.
- Excellent communication skills to distill complex issues into clear narratives.
- Strong resource mobilization experience, including successful proposal development.
- High standards for quality and analytical rigor in program outputs.
- Experience managing relationships with senior government officials and institutional donors.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to drive initiatives in fast-paced environments.
- Willingness to travel internationally 25-30% of the time.
Educational Background:
An advanced degree in economics, public policy, public health, management, science, or other relevant fields is required for this position. This educational background will provide the necessary foundation for understanding the complexities of global health and the specific challenges associated with tuberculosis management.
Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of 10 years of experience in global health or related fields, with a focus on leadership roles that demonstrate increasing responsibility. Experience in managing multi-country programs or advising governments on health initiatives is essential, along with a track record of achieving measurable public health outcomes in low- and middle-income countries.
Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, and proficiency in additional languages relevant to the regions where CHAI operates would be advantageous. This could include languages spoken in sub-Saharan Africa or South and Southeast Asia, where the burden of tuberculosis is significant.
Additional Notes:
This position is full-time and offers flexibility to be based in any of CHAI's program countries, pending work authorization and leadership approval. The role involves significant leadership responsibilities and the opportunity to make a substantial impact on global health through the management of CHAI's TB program.
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