Regional Technical Officer, Community Engagement

Job Posting Organization:
FHI 360 is a nonprofit organization that aims to improve lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions for human development. Established in 1980, FHI 360 operates in more than 60 countries and has a diverse workforce of over 4,000 employees. The organization focuses on various sectors, including health, education, economic development, and social justice, and is committed to fostering sustainable development through partnerships with local communities and governments.

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 requires a strong focus on collaboration with Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), Community Health Workers (CHWs), and regional and district TB coordinators to enhance the quality and effectiveness of TB services. The RTO will provide technical assistance and oversight at the regional level, ensuring that interventions are aligned with national guidelines and project objectives. The role also involves assessing capacity gaps among community stakeholders and providing tailored support to improve TB service delivery. The RTO will be responsible for monitoring project performance indicators, conducting analyses to identify improvement opportunities, and ensuring that project activities are on track with established work plans.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Regional Technical Officer include providing technical support for the implementation of evidence-based strategies to strengthen TB prevention and treatment efforts. This involves collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure quality implementation of TB interventions, conducting supportive supervision and mentorship for CSOs and CHWs, and delivering presentations at regional and district meetings. The RTO will also monitor and analyze key project performance indicators, track project indicators, and produce actionable reports. Additionally, the RTO will be responsible for identifying and escalating technical issues, ensuring alignment with work plans, and applying technical expertise to guide project implementation and resolve challenges. The role requires strong analytical skills to interpret program data and inform corrective actions, as well as 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, communication, economic development, education, the environment, gender, health, nutrition, research, technology, youth, or a related field. The position requires a minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in community-based health programming, including technical leadership and coordination of HIV prevention, care, and treatment interventions. Experience working with non-governmental organizations (NGOs), CSOs, CHWs, and government agencies is essential. Candidates should demonstrate strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis.

Educational Background:
A Bachelor's degree in relevant fields such as social sciences, public health, social work, international development, communication, economic development, education, the environment, gender, health, nutrition, research, technology, youth, or related disciplines is required for this position. This educational background provides the necessary foundation for understanding the complexities of community health programming and the implementation of TB interventions.

Experience:
The position requires at least 4 years of progressive and responsible experience in community-based health programming. This includes technical leadership, coordination, and implementation of HIV prevention, care, and treatment interventions or similar projects. Candidates should have demonstrated experience working with NGOs, CSOs, CHWs, and other community stakeholders, as well as government agencies or private companies. The ability and willingness to travel extensively within the country to support technical activities is also essential.

Languages:
Fluency in written and spoken English and Swahili is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in these languages is crucial for effective communication with government officials, partners, communities, and project teams. Additional language skills may be considered an asset but are not required.

Additional Notes:
This position involves a significant amount of domestic travel, estimated at 50% to 75%, to councils and health facility project sites for technical assistance, supportive supervision, and stakeholder engagement. The expected hiring salary range for this role is TZS 52,000,000 - 65,000,000 for annual basic salary, with compensation determined by factors such as relevant experience and education. FHI 360 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to safeguarding against abuse, exploitation, and harassment in its work environments and programs. The organization requires all personnel to adhere to its code of conduct and undergo appropriate screening checks during the hiring process.