Regional Program Operations Director (TB, TB/HIV, MDR-TB)

About the role

The AFGHS-MSH Regional Program Operations Director is the senior technical and operational expert for TB, TB/HIV and MDR-TB program implementation. The role leads and coordinates project interventions in the regions and zones, reports to the administrative system on technical, financial, contractual and human resources issues, and works closely with the Technical Director and technical advisors. It covers planning, coordination and technical direction of all activities, including sub-recipients, and supports the project's contribution to regional program planning and monitoring so that life-saving activities can transition to government and local stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure a comprehensive TB program approach to institutional development and strengthening.
• Provide programmatic leadership for planning, implementation and technical support in the regions.
• Guide and monitor the regional project team in working with the Region Health Bureau and other government stakeholders on TB case finding, treatment, access to high-risk populations, MDR-TB, new diagnostics and drug supplies.
• Build working relationships with the Region Health Bureau, ZHDs and other stakeholders responsible for TB control and prevention.
• Capacitate local organizations on project management and community TB care service delivery.
• Take part in regional TB technical working group meetings and joint supportive supervision when possible.
• Monitor high-impact interventions and milestone progress using agreed M&E tools.
• Lead quarterly and annual project report preparation and submission from regional offices.
• Ensure the regional M&E team supports the Region Health Bureau in data analysis and use of data for local decisions.
• Facilitate and monitor the transition of project gains to government and local actors.

Required profile

• Master's degree in public health or an advanced degree in a related health field from an accredited institution.
• At least 8 years of experience leading health programs and designing and implementing TB, TB/HIV, MDR-TB and/or other infectious disease prevention and control programs.
• Experience with donor-funded projects, especially TB programs in Ethiopia or a similar setting, is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel frequently (up to 30% of time) within the project-supported regions.

Required skills

• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office, internet and email.
• Leadership, teamwork, problem-solving, conflict management, partnership and negotiation skills with local governments.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across technical disciplines.