Snr Health Manager

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Position Title: Snr Health Manager
Location: Khartoum
Country: Sudan
Deadline Date:

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a prominent humanitarian organization founded in 1933 at the behest of Albert Einstein. The IRC operates in over 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities, focusing on restoring health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and empowerment to individuals affected by conflict and disaster. With a mission to deliver lasting impact, the IRC employs a diverse workforce dedicated to helping millions regain control of their lives and strengthen their communities. The organization is recognized as one of the largest international non-governmental organizations (INGOs) in the world, committed to humanitarian efforts and community resilience.

Job Overview:
The Snr Health Manager plays a crucial role in implementing IRC's primary healthcare services and delivering quality health and nutrition programs in Sudan. This position involves supporting the design and development of health programs, ensuring technical quality, and fostering the development of program staff. The Snr Health Manager will oversee various health initiatives, including primary healthcare, community health, reproductive health, and maternal and child health programming, while emphasizing strong infection prevention and control measures. The role requires extensive fieldwork, with over 90% of the time spent in field locations, mentoring health teams, and maintaining regular communication with partners such as the Ministry of Health and UN agencies. The position is based in River Nile and involves frequent travel to field sites, with at least 50% of the time dedicated to field offices. The Snr Health Manager will collaborate with support departments and report directly to the Snr Health & Nutrition Coordinator.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Snr Health Manager's duties encompass a wide range of responsibilities, including program management, capacity strengthening support for the Ministry of Health (MoH), human resource management, grant management, budget monitoring, monitoring and evaluation, assuring program quality, and representation and coordination. Key responsibilities include supporting the Snr Health Coordinator in implementing IRC program activities, ensuring adherence to internal MEAL standards, preparing internal and donor reports, cultivating relationships with MoH staff, and coordinating with humanitarian and development actors. The manager will also identify health technical support needs, provide ongoing technical assistance, supervise health staff, ensure compliance with donor regulations, conduct budget reviews, and monitor project goals and objectives. Regular project reviews and site visits will be conducted to assess progress and provide on-site mentoring to health staff.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates for the Snr Health Manager position should possess a strong background in health, particularly in public health and nutrition. Essential qualifications include excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, experience in infection prevention and control, and a proven track record in managing health and nutrition programs in emergency contexts. Strong leadership, management, planning, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills are crucial. The ideal candidate should be adept at functioning in complex work environments, managing competing priorities, and demonstrating proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel. Additionally, candidates should have experience in budget management and possess strong coordination and representation skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for the Snr Health Manager position typically includes a degree in public health, nutrition, or a related field. Advanced degrees or specialized training in health management or emergency response may be preferred. Candidates should have a solid understanding of health program implementation and management, particularly in humanitarian settings.

Experience:
The position requires significant experience in health program management, particularly in emergency contexts. Candidates should have a minimum of several years of relevant experience, including direct involvement in health and nutrition program implementation, capacity building, and collaboration with governmental and non-governmental organizations. Experience in managing teams and mentoring staff is also essential.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, with strong written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of additional languages relevant to the region may be considered an asset but is not explicitly required.

Additional Notes:
The Snr Health Manager position is a full-time role based in River Nile, Sudan, with a significant amount of travel to field sites. The position may involve working under challenging conditions typical of humanitarian settings. The IRC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and encourages applications from individuals who reflect the communities they serve. The organization adheres to a strict Code of Conduct and is dedicated to gender equality, diversity, and inclusion in its workforce.