This position provides technical and managerial leadership for the HIV/AIDS team within the Child Protection and HIV/AIDS department. This person will be responsible for overall management of the HIV/AIDS program portfolio, and delivery of technical support to Save the Children’s programs focusing on HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment and care for people living with AIDS. With strong technical expertise and the ability to oversee a diverse team, the Senior Director will build a clear strategy for effective delivery and growth of programs, successfully pursue new business opportunities for the technical area and lead the team in providing technical support and quality assurance for HIV/AIDS technical staff and programs, both in the field and headquarters. This position will sit on the Child Protection and HIV/AIDS cross-functional business team.
Responsibilities
Under the direction of the AVP, help set vision and goals for HIV/AIDS portfolio, engaging other program colleagues, country offices and relevant departments. Develop and guide the implementation of multi-year strategic and supporting operational plans to achieve agency objectives and to expand our reach to children. In collaboration with the HIV and other technical teams, Resource Development, New Business Development (NBD) and Regional and Country Offices lead efforts to secure funding for HIV/AIDS programming from public and private funding streams, including foundations, private donors and key bilateral donors, such as USAID. Provide leadership for development of global technical assistance and oversight of quality implementation in HIV/AIDS programming in development, transition, and emergency settings. Along with HIV/AIDS team, support the development of evidence-based program standards and guidance that reflect Save the Children best practices and state of the art approaches and promote widespread application. Set technical standards/priorities for evaluation and for research. Supervise Regional Advisors, M&E Specialist, Associate Director HIV/AIDS, and, as necessary, senior technical staff seconded to Save the Children International country offices with the composition of the team evolving over time. Support (or develop if necessary) HIV/AIDS networks of practice including HIV/AIDS subcommittee of the Health and Nutrition Global Initiative group and other Save the Children.
Requirements
Advanced degree in public health, HIV/AIDS, or related field or equivalent experience. At least 10 years of progressively responsible technical and programmatic experience in international HIV/AIDS programs in development or emergency contexts. Experience providing distance and in-person technical support and oversight to HIV/AIDS programs Proven organizational and management skills. Strong interpersonal skills – ability to work across boundaries. Experience in program design and proposal development for private foundations, bi- and/or multilaterals, and/or USAID. Experience in representation with international bodies, government, and other donor organizations. Proven ability to think and act strategically and collaboratively. Proven ability to manage complex programs, budgets, and dispersed staff. Understanding of development and emergency effects on children’s protection.
Employee Type
Full time
Save the Children is the leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in over 120 countries, including the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. In 2010, we improved the lives of over 64 million children in need in the United States and around the world. Our goal is to reach more than 74 million children annually by the year 2012. Join our dedicated and diverse staff committed to improving the well-being of children.
Save the Children provides an attractive benefits package including competitive salaries, a matching retirement plan, health and welfare benefits, life insurance, an employee assistance program, generous time off and much more.
Save the Children provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, or status as a veteran. Save the Children complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
How to apply:
Submit resume on-line at www.savethechildren.org under "Careers"
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