Program Manager

Job Posting Organization:
FHI 360 is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving 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, and economic development, aiming to create a positive impact on communities worldwide.

Job Overview:
The Program Manager position is based in Santiago, Dominican Republic, and is responsible for providing management and technical guidance for HIV programming under the America First Global Health Strategy (AFGHS) project. This role involves community work and health center engagement with a focus on vulnerable populations, policy improvement, project management, and service delivery. The Program Manager leads project activities in Santiago and La Vega, ensuring that program objectives are met, supporting sub-partners, coordinating with regional health authorities, and overseeing project implementation in Valverde and Puerto Plata as necessary. The role requires technical expertise to inform project implementation, manage project timelines and budgets, and may involve supervising other professional staff. Additionally, the Program Manager collaborates on donor reports and presentations, contributes to business development efforts, and develops indicators for supervisor use.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Program Manager will provide technical leadership in HIV programs in Santiago and La Vega, including community and health center services for vulnerable populations. Responsibilities include addressing moderate to complex issues requiring evaluation of variable factors, coordinating with regional health authorities, and establishing networks with key internal staff. The role involves designing, developing, planning, implementing, and strengthening HIV program activities, ensuring technical implementation aligns with best practices and contractual obligations. The Program Manager will oversee daily technical and operational activities, provide regular technical support to antiretroviral therapy centers, monitor project results, and coordinate technical assistance requests. The position also includes business development tasks such as data collection for proposals, maintaining relationships with potential clients and partners, and participating in business development meetings. The Program Manager will develop and implement training interventions, manage project operations, and prepare financial and technical reports for sponsors, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and identifying areas for efficiency improvements.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master's degree or its international equivalent in relevant fields such as Health, Education, or Social Sciences. Certification in Project Management is preferred. The position requires over 8 years of relevant experience in technical implementation of large projects or programs, with a focus on HIV services. Experience working with vulnerable populations, providing technical assistance, capacity building, and business development in HIV-related programs is essential. Previous work experience in NGOs, government agencies, or private organizations is preferred, along with experience in program development or management, either internationally or nationally.

Educational Background:
A Master's degree is mandatory, or an equivalent international qualification in fields such as Knowledge/Information Services, Communication, Education, Environment, Health, Behavioral/Social Sciences, International Development, Human Development, or a related field. Certification in Project Management is preferred to enhance the candidate's qualifications for this role.

Experience:
The role requires a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in the technical implementation of large-scale projects or programs. Candidates should have experience in clinical and HIV programs, including service delivery for HIV care and treatment. Experience working with migrant and vulnerable populations is essential, along with documented experience in providing technical assistance, capacity building, and business development in HIV-related programs. Previous experience in an NGO, government agency, or private organization is preferred, with a focus on program development or management.

Languages:
Fluency in Spanish is mandatory, with the ability to read, write, and speak the language proficiently. Knowledge of English is a plus but not required.

Additional Notes:
The position is based in Santiago de Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic, with regular travel to La Vega. The expected hiring salary range for this role is DOP 1,600,000 - 2,000,000 for annual basic salary for national local hire. FHI 360 considers various factors when determining an offer amount, including relevant experience and education, internal equity, market pay, and budget. The organization is committed to equal opportunity employment and safeguarding against abuse and harassment in the workplace. All employment offers are subject to appropriate screening checks.