Job Type : Contract
Industry : Public Health/Medical
Education Level : Senior Managerial level
Director, Reproductive Health Supplies Coalition
Tracking Code
11358
Job Description
The Reproductive Health Supplies Coalition (RHSC) is a global partnership
of more than 550 public, private, and non-governmental organizations dedicated
to ensuring that all people in low- and middle-income countries can choose,
obtain, and use affordable, high-quality supplies and related services to
ensure their better sexual and reproductive health (SRH). Our global
Secretariat is staffed and managed by PATH, a global nonprofit improving public
health. PATH, on behalf of the Coalition Secretariat, is seeking an RHSC
Director, who together with the Secretariat and global membership,
will advance Coalition goals and priorities under the leadership of the RHSC
Executive Committee.
The RHSC is a unique global partnership that offers a neutral “safe
space” where experts can leave their institutional hats at the door and build
on common ground. It brokers partnerships across all sectors and regions;
convenes a critical mass of partners to achieve results no partner could
accomplish on its own; and draws from a diverse, flexible resource base to
pursue activities that may fall outside the remit of an individual donor. The
RHSC’s large and diverse membership offers an accessible brain trust, and the
RHSC’s respected name brings credibility and trust.
Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic Direction: Shape and
drive RHSC’s leadership and work for the next strategic period including:
·
Lead strategic development and priority setting
in close partnership with the RHSC Executive Committee
·
Lead the continual implementation of the current
strategic plan while reassessing its relevance to a shifting landscape
·
Initiate and lead the analysis on the impact of
changes and trends in the SRH ecosystem and propose the RHSC’s response
Leadership External (Coalition facing)
·
Further strengthen the RHSC’s position as the
leading partnership for reproductive health (RH) supplies in the broader RH
ecosystem
·
Represent the RHSC at relevant international and
national forums with a range of partners, including the commercial sector
·
Represent the RHSC on the governing bodies of
other international health partnerships
·
Communicate Coalition priorities and progress
within the larger health community by identifying and fostering linkages among
Coalition partner organizations, and between the Coalition and other global
health partnerships such as FP2030, SEMA, Ouagadougou Partnership, GFF, and
others
·
Actively engage RHSC members in advancing RHSC
goals, developing synergies, and facilitating internal communication. Ensure
that all members have a voice and a channel for communication and ideas
·
Serve as ex officio member of the Coalition’s
Executive Committee and in collaboration with the Chair(s) develop agendas for
the Executive Committee meetings
Leadership Internal (Secretariat facing)
·
Lead the operationalization and implementation
of the Coalition’s Strategy, building on the technical expertise of key
Secretariat staff, and ensuring intensive interaction with the RHSC’s
Implementing Mechanisms (IMs)
·
Oversee the operations of a strong, dynamic, and
effective Secretariat by providing oversight, management, guidance, and team
cohesion of the Secretariat’s 17 program and administrative staff across four
continents. Foster an inclusive, transparent, and respectful work culture and
environment
·
Lead the development of core funding proposals
that secure a diverse funding base adequate to fulfill the objectives of the
RHSC’s four-year workplan. Expand the Coalition’s donor base and facilitate
mobilization of resources for various RHSC activities and priorities
·
Oversee the application of a robust measurement
and evaluation framework that compares Coalition’s progress against priorities,
and report back to the Executive Committee and membership
·
Oversee the RHSC’s communications efforts across
the Coalition’s three working languages: English, French, and Spanish. Ensure
that all RHSC products (communications, technical reports, initiatives, etc.)
are technically sound and of high-quality
·
Manage the RHSC Secretariat’s annual operating
budget, ensuring the long-term financial health of the Coalition and ensure
compliance with the reporting requirements of a large and diverse donor base
(currently three bilaterals/multilaterals and three foundations)
Required Experience
Profile
·
A proven leader in the SRH community with
knowledge of international health issues, and in particular, RH supplies,
supply chains, commodity security issues, and financing of supplies
·
Flexible and able to adapt to changing
priorities and external conditions
·
A demonstrated interest in learning and ability
to turn learnings into actionable strategies
·
Strong diplomacy skills with the ability to
negotiate and work productively with a range of partners both in the public and
private sectors and an excellent collaborator with the ability to see and
create connections across actors in the SRH space
·
Ability to help build consensus among different
institutional interests towards common goals and priorities
·
Strong analytical skills and the ability to synthesize
disparate opinions and input
Experience
·
Master’s degree in public health, public policy,
or related field plus a minimum of ten years of progressively responsible
professional experience in global SRH, including a minimum of four years of
implementing experience in developing countries
·
Demonstrated experience in
o building
and managing relationships at global, regional, and national levels with
donors, multilateral organizations, implementing partners, governments, local
organizations, academic institutions, and the private sector
o the
ability to lead and work successfully with advisory boards and cross-sector,
multidisciplinary, and international teams
o collaborating
with the commercial sector, especially manufacturers of health supplies, a plus
·
Demonstrated people management skills with
commitment to building a shared vision of the future and positive team culture
across multiple country sites. Ability to give and receive constructive
feedback. At least three years of management or supervisory experience
·
Exceptional written and oral communications
geared to a variety of technical and non-technical audiences, and proven
ability to make presentations to and facilitate meetings of small and large
groups
·
Enthusiasm for and proven proficiency and
success in business development multimillion dollar awards, from shaping new ideas
into compelling proposals to building a pipeline of prospects through to
managing partnerships
·
Possess a positive track record in sound budget
management
·
Fluency in English (speaking and writing)
required; fluency in French and/or Spanish, highly desirable
·
Availability to travel nationally and
internationally; travel, estimated at 30 percent, is likely to be lower due to
COVID-19 travel restrictions.
·
Must have legal authorization to work in a PATH
office location
PATH is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity
is valued.
PATH is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will
be considered for employment. PATH does not discriminate based on race, color,
religion, gender, gender identity or orientation, genetic information, age,
national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology,
military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by
applicable federal, state, or local law.
Job Location
Africa Region, Europe, United States
Company Location
Worldwide - Any PATH location in the Africa Region, Europe or the United
States
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
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