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Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
Population Services International (PSI) is a globally recognized non-profit organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of people in developing countries. Established in 1970, PSI leverages innovative approaches to deliver high-quality health services and products to underserved populations. The organization's work spans various health areas, including reproductive health, HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment, malaria control, maternal and child health, and sanitation.
PSI is known for its market-driven approach to health interventions, employing social marketing techniques to promote healthy behaviors and increase the accessibility and affordability of health products. By partnering with governments, private sector companies, and other non-governmental organizations, PSI is able to scale its impact and reach millions of individuals in need.
One of PSI's key strengths is its commitment to evidence-based programming. The organization conducts rigorous research and uses data to design, implement, and evaluate its interventions, ensuring they are effective and responsive to the needs of the communities they serve. PSI's ability to adapt and innovate has led to the development of numerous successful programs that have significantly improved health outcomes in various regions.
PSI's focus on sustainability and local capacity-building ensures that its initiatives have a lasting impact. The organization works closely with local partners to strengthen health systems and empower communities to take ownership of their health. This approach not only enhances the effectiveness of its programs but also fosters resilience and self-reliance among the populations it serves.
Country Representative job at PSI
Population Services International (PSI)
By approaching care from the consumers’ perspective, PSI Uganda provides life-saving information, products, and services to tackle some of the country’s most pressing health problems so that people can lead healthier, happier, and more productive lives.
PSI seeks a Country Representative that will oversee the overall management and achievement of objectives for their designated PSI country platform. The position will focus on managing overall strategic alignment, program portfolio performance, risk mitigation and donor compliance across funders and health areas. It will lead the network member Senior Management Team and reports to either a VP, Global Operations or Regional Representative.
Salary:
*For all applicants applying outside of the US; please note that those hired outside of the US will be employed through the local PSI office. Pay and benefits will be commensurate with the role and practices of the local office, including payment in local currency.
Responsible for the overall management and achievement of objectives for their designated PSI country platform.
Focus on managing overall strategic alignment, program portfolio performance, risk mitigation and donor compliance across funders and health areas. Lead the network member Senior Management Team and reports to either a VP, Global Operations or Regional Representative.
25% of Time
Ensure compliance of all activities (i.e. financial, minimum standards, program quality assurance, donor regulations) and that all audit recommendations are implemented according to schedule.
Proactively perform risk assessments to identify and mitigate risks, including operational, financial, legal, contractual, reputational and safety and ensure mitigation actions are implemented.
25% of Time
Oversee program budgets, financial and internal controls; assure timely and accurate financial reporting as required by PSI/Washington and donors.
15% of Time
Fundraise for existing and new activities and expansion of the health program’s portfolio.
15% of Time
Maintain and foster strong external relations with strategic partners such as government, development partners, implementing partners and UN agencies, among others.
10% of Time
Develop and enforce field office administrative policies. Promote an ethical environment in line with PSI’s values. Maintain a working culture that fosters diversity, equity and inclusion. Develop and maintain systems that ensure the safety and security of staff and assets in all aspects of work per best practices, PSI operating standards, and field realities.
10% of Time
Time percentages listed above are not exact. They are estimates and may change. This is also not an exhaustive list of all tasks that an incumbent is expected to perform but is instead a summary of the primary responsibilities and requirements of the job. The incumbent may be asked to perform duties not included above. PSI reserves the right to revise job profiles at any time based on changes to the required job responsibilities.
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Bachelor's Degree (or international equivalent) in a related field.
Master’s Degree (or international equivalent) in a related field (e.g., MBA, MPA, MPH) preferred.
At least 10 years of related experience managing budgets and international public health programs.
At least 5 years of supervisory experience.
Demonstrated work experience in similar operating environments.
Demonstrated experience in government and donor relations and collaboration.
Demonstrated fundraising experience.
Fluency in English with excellent writing skills.
Foreign language skills required depending on location.
Demonstrated leadership and passion for building technical, management and leadership capacity.
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