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Director of Programs : Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Africa


About this job
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

ASLM Background:
The African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is a pan-African, non-profit organization headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. ASLM’s mission is to advance the laboratory medicine services and networks needed to support preventive medicine, quality patient care and disease control in Africa. More information can be found at www.ASLM.org.

Position Responsibilities: 
Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the Director of Programs oversees the coordination and administration of all aspects of programmatic activities, including planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and controlling said program activities. This positions also oversees the implementation of established policies and objectives, and also ensures that each aspect of the programs are functioning effectively and efficiently.

Oversight of ASLM programmatic activities includes, but not limited to: leading, managing and evaluating all programmatic staff; solicitation and development of new initiatives; implementation of initiatives and activities in accordance with the organization’s mission and strategic direction; adherence to external funder rules and regulations; development and maintenance of appropriate operating budgets; and report writing.

Position Qualifications:
 
Minimum Education & Experience:
  • Minimum of Master’s degree (PhD or other doctorate level education preferred) in fields such as medicine, laboratory science, social work, education, or similar, with at least five (5) years of experience in a team management role with demonstrated success developing and evaluating program models, and selecting and successfully operationalizing innovative programs.
  • Strong project management skills managing complex, multi-faceted projects resulting in measurable successes and program growth;
  • Fluency in English and French required; working knowledge of Portuguese a plus;
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with exceptional attention to detail;
  • Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to and passion for ASLM’s mission.

This position is full-time and subject to available funding. There is no minimum period of employment. ASLM may terminate employment at any time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason. This announcement does not list all the duties of the posted job. Appropriate supervisors or managers may assign other duties. Individual performance evaluations are based in part upon the tasks listed in this announcement. ASLM maintains the right to revise the information found within this announcement at any time. This announcement is not a contract for employment.

How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should apply via e-mail to HR@ASLM.org – with only “ASLM Director of Programs” in the subject line. The e-mail should contain your resume, cover letter, three (3) professional references, and minimum salary requirements. ASLM will only contact candidates considered for the position. NO PHONE CALLS will be accepted in reference to this position.