Country Director, China

FHI 360 is a global development organization with a rigorous, evidence-based approach. Our professional staff includes experts in health, nutrition, education, economic development, civil society, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,400 staff in the U.S. and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at every level and our multidisciplinary approach enable us to have a lasting impact on the individuals, communities and countries we serve–improving lives for millions. We seek qualified candidates for the position of Country Director, China.

Offer is contingent upon funding.

Position Responsibilities:

·Provide leadership, ensure quality and oversee all FHI 360 operations in the country and manage the FHI 360 portfolio.

Develop new projects or programs and help secure funding from public and private donors and/or sales.

·Manage the country office and sub offices (if applicable). Oversee all functions of these offices, including program, technical, finance, contracts and grants, and human resources, and ensures that they are consistent with FHI 360’s policies and procedures, and utilize relevant FHI 360 systems.

·Provide operational support for global or regional projects in collaboration with FHI360 researchers.

·Ensure that the FHI 360 country office has systems and access to skills to ensure the quality of the FHI 360 portfolio.

·Represent and have a broad understanding of FHI 360’s research and public health programs.

·Act as operations supervisor for all FHI 360 project directors in country ensuring projects are cost efficient; liaise with assigned technical supervisors to provide ongoing supervision and performance assessments for project directors and assigned staff.

·Develop and monitor the country-level strategic plan in support of FHI 360’s global strategic plan, and in collaboration with FHI 360’s External Relations group.

·As a member of FHI 360’s Global Operations Team, works closely with the Senior Director of Global Operations and representatives of the FHI 360 Public Health Program (PHP), Research, External Relations and Global Shared Services (GSS) groups to further FHI 360’s strategic objectives, and to access organizational resources in support of the country program.

·Represent FHI 360 with local government, donors, and partners; attend meetings and make presentations on behalf of FHI 360 in the country.

·Lead business development and resource development efforts in country in close collaboration with PHP, Research and External Relations.

·Perform other duties assigned by the Senior Director, Global Operations.

·Ensure the achievement of high quality results for which FHI 360 is responsible under agreement(s) with the donor(s).

·Ensure that project resources are utilized in accordance with applicable FHI 360 and donor policies and procedures.

·Ensure appropriate monitoring of programs, projects, and subprojects (as applicable) to achieve financial, administrative, and programmatic goals.

·Oversee production of timely and accurate financial and programmatic reports to FHI 360, and donors as required.

·Ensure program quality according to FHI 360 standards including quality assurance and quality improvement initiatives.

Minimum Requirements:

BS/BA and 9-11 years relevant experience with international development programs and includes 3-5 years of supervisory experience, overseas field experience required; or,

MS/MA/MPH/MBA and 7-9 years relevant experience with international development programs that includes 3-5 years of supervisory experience. Overseas field experience required.