Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
FHI 360 is a nonprofit organization that focuses on improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions for human development. Established in 1980, FHI 360 has grown to employ over 4,000 staff members and operates in more than 60 countries worldwide. The organization is dedicated to addressing the interconnected challenges of health, education, and economic development, and works collaboratively with governments, civil society organizations, and communities to implement effective programs.
Job Overview:
The Regional Technical Officer (RTO) for Community Engagement plays a crucial role in overseeing the implementation of community and facility-based tuberculosis (TB) prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment, and continuity of care interventions. This position is responsible for providing technical oversight and programmatic support at the regional level, ensuring that TB services are delivered effectively and in a timely manner. The RTO will work closely with Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), Community Health Workers (CHWs), and regional and district TB coordinators to enhance the quality of TB services. The role also involves assessing capacity gaps, providing mentorship, and ensuring adherence to national guidelines and project objectives. The RTO will be expected to analyze treatment data, monitor project performance indicators, and collaborate with project team members to ensure smooth program planning and implementation.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The RTO will be responsible for providing technical support for the implementation of innovative strategies to strengthen TB prevention and care. This includes developing and disseminating technical tools and materials, collaborating with local stakeholders to ensure quality implementation, and assessing the capacity of CHWs and CSOs. The RTO will conduct supportive supervision, deliver presentations at meetings, and monitor project indicators to ensure alignment with work plans. Additionally, the RTO will analyze treatment continuation data, track project milestones, and respond to technical inquiries from internal and external staff. The role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, public health, social work, international development, or a related field. A minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in community-based health programming, particularly in HIV prevention and treatment interventions, is required. Experience working with NGOs, CSOs, and government agencies is essential. Candidates should demonstrate strong analytical skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Educational Background:
A Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields such as social sciences, public health, social work, international development, communication, or related areas is required. This educational background should provide a solid foundation for understanding community health issues and program implementation.
Experience:
The position requires at least 4 years of relevant experience in community-based health programming, with a focus on technical leadership and coordination of health interventions. Candidates should have a proven track record of working with NGOs, CSOs, and community stakeholders, as well as experience in project management and implementation.
Languages:
Fluency in both written and spoken English and Swahili is mandatory. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset, enhancing communication with diverse communities and stakeholders.
Additional Notes:
This position involves a significant amount of domestic travel, estimated at 50% to 75%, to provide technical assistance and support to health facilities and community stakeholders. The expected hiring salary range for this role is TZS 52,000,000 - 60,000,000 annually, and FHI 360 offers a competitive compensation package along with benefits that support a healthy work/life balance. The organization is committed to equal opportunity employment and safeguarding practices.
FHI 360 is a nonprofit organization that focuses on improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions for human development. Established in 1980, FHI 360 has grown to employ over 4,000 staff members and operates in more than 60 countries worldwide. The organization is dedicated to addressing the interconnected challenges of health, education, and economic development, and works collaboratively with governments, civil society organizations, and communities to implement effective programs.
Job Overview:
The Regional Technical Officer (RTO) for Community Engagement plays a crucial role in overseeing the implementation of community and facility-based tuberculosis (TB) prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment, and continuity of care interventions. This position is responsible for providing technical oversight and programmatic support at the regional level, ensuring that TB services are delivered effectively and in a timely manner. The RTO will work closely with Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), Community Health Workers (CHWs), and regional and district TB coordinators to enhance the quality of TB services. The role also involves assessing capacity gaps, providing mentorship, and ensuring adherence to national guidelines and project objectives. The RTO will be expected to analyze treatment data, monitor project performance indicators, and collaborate with project team members to ensure smooth program planning and implementation.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The RTO will be responsible for providing technical support for the implementation of innovative strategies to strengthen TB prevention and care. This includes developing and disseminating technical tools and materials, collaborating with local stakeholders to ensure quality implementation, and assessing the capacity of CHWs and CSOs. The RTO will conduct supportive supervision, deliver presentations at meetings, and monitor project indicators to ensure alignment with work plans. Additionally, the RTO will analyze treatment continuation data, track project milestones, and respond to technical inquiries from internal and external staff. The role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, public health, social work, international development, or a related field. A minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in community-based health programming, particularly in HIV prevention and treatment interventions, is required. Experience working with NGOs, CSOs, and government agencies is essential. Candidates should demonstrate strong analytical skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Educational Background:
A Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields such as social sciences, public health, social work, international development, communication, or related areas is required. This educational background should provide a solid foundation for understanding community health issues and program implementation.
Experience:
The position requires at least 4 years of relevant experience in community-based health programming, with a focus on technical leadership and coordination of health interventions. Candidates should have a proven track record of working with NGOs, CSOs, and community stakeholders, as well as experience in project management and implementation.
Languages:
Fluency in both written and spoken English and Swahili is mandatory. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset, enhancing communication with diverse communities and stakeholders.
Additional Notes:
This position involves a significant amount of domestic travel, estimated at 50% to 75%, to provide technical assistance and support to health facilities and community stakeholders. The expected hiring salary range for this role is TZS 52,000,000 - 60,000,000 annually, and FHI 360 offers a competitive compensation package along with benefits that support a healthy work/life balance. The organization is committed to equal opportunity employment and safeguarding practices.
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