Project Director
Quick answer
FHI 360 is hiring a Project Director in Dakar, Senegal, with a salary range of XOF 40,000,000 - 55,000,000, to provide overall leadership, management, and strategic direction of the AFGHS-FHI 360 project.
- Role
- Project Director
- Organization
- FHI 360
- Location
- Dakar, Senegal
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- XOF 40,000,000 - 55,000,000 for annual basic salary for national local hire
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The AFGHS-FHI 360 Senegal Project Director will provide overall leadership, management, and strategic direction of the AFGHS-FHI 360 project in Senegal, ensuring project goals and objectives are achieved within the prescribed project milestones, time frame, and funding parameters.
What you'll do
- Direct overall project vision, design, planning and implementation
- Ensure internal management systems for contracting, recruitment, and delivery
- Foster innovation and new ideas for better targeted, and more cost-efficient and effective strategies
- Develop, manage, and strengthen strategic relationships with government entities, implementing partners, local organizations, and other stakeholders
- Ensure achievement of contractual targets, milestones, and deliverables
- Provide leadership and management to project staff
What it takes
- Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent in Communication and Social Marketing, Economic Development, Education, Health, Nutrition, Research, Technology and Youth or a Related Fields
- Project Management (PM) Certification preferred
- 10+ years of relevant experience with projects management principles and practices (including 5+ years of line management experience)
- Experience in managing large, complex and high-quality health projects, with demonstrated expertise in at least one of the following technical areas: HIV/AIDS, GHS
- Experience in leadership in establishing and maintaining positive working relationships and partnerships with major stakeholders
- Experience in overseeing all aspects of international donor-funded projects, with a preference for USG-funding, including program and financial management, human resources, compliance, and quality assurance
What you'll bring
How we treat you
competitive benefits package, professional development, and policies and programs that support a healthy work/life balance
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Dakar, Senegal.
What is the compensation range?
The compensation range is XOF 40,000,000 - 55,000,000 for annual basic salary for national local hire.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent, Project Management (PM) Certification preferred, 10+ years of relevant experience, and experience in managing large, complex and high-quality health projects.
How do I apply?
Interested candidates can apply through FHI 360's Career Portal.
Is the job remote?
The job is in-office.
How to apply
Apply directly on FHI 360's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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