Technical Advisor - Jordan Community Health and Nutrition Program

Job Description

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of: Technical AdvisorDescription:FHI 360 is seeking applications for a Technical Advisor for an anticipated project in Jordan, focused on improving health and nutrition outcomes through a community health approach. The Technical Advisor will be responsible for technical leadership of the program to ensure quality, timeliness, and efficiency of all activities and will be responsible for defining the project s community-based health and nutrition strategy. The Technical Advisor will be responsible for ensuring adherence to global standards of excellence and best practices in community-based programming. The position will be based in Amman and will report to the Chief of Party. Recruitment is contingent upon successful award of the project and the selection of the final applicant is subject to USAID approval.Job Summary/ResponsibilitiesThe Technical Advisor will have the following responsibilities:Provide technical leadership to ensure the design and implementation of effective, innovative, and pragmatic community health and nutrition activities that will promote good health and nutrition practices and create systems that address community health needs.Cooperate closely with the Chief of Party (COP) on all project matters.Support development of work plans, M&E Plans, and quarterly and annual reports.Ensure achievements and deliverables are completed in a timely manner and in full support and compliance with FHI 360 and USAID requirements.Coordinate the development and implementation of the project technical strategies, adapting global and regional technical resources and tools as needed for the Jordanian context.Oversee a team of technical staff for the project and ensure clear roles and responsibilities and lines of communication are maintained amongst the team members.Provide nutrition technical assistance to project staff, partner organizations, Government of Jordan, and other stakeholders. This may include development of job aids, guidelines, training and capacity strengthening activities, monitoring and evaluation, and other related tasks.Oversee technical outputs of all partner organizations through regular field visits and facilitate work planning and regular technical meetings for all consortium partners.Identify technical assistance needs and training resources among project staff, partners, government counterparts and beneficiaries and coordinate technical assistance provision.Promote sustainability of project activities with effective networking, coordination and linkages to other programs, partners and counterparts, capacity building of project staff, and institutional strengthening of implementing partners and community-based organizations.Represent the project in technical meetings, conferences, and coordination platformsQualificationsMaster's Degree or higher in public health, nutrition, or a closely related field is required plus 8-11 years of experience in a related field required.5 years of experience in the design, management, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation of community-level nutrition and health projects in developing countries.5 years of progressively more responsible technical supervisory work experience that involved direct leadership of professional and support staff, and oversight and evaluation of staff performance and deliverables.Knowledge and experience working within the health and nutrition sectors in developing countries; experience working in Jordan highly preferred.Demonstrated track record of working in teams and fostering partnerships.Experience with USAID-funded activities highly preferred.Demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective working relations with host country government personnel, stakeholders, NGO partners, and international donor agencies.Strong interpersonal, writing and oral presentation skills in English and Arabic.Ability to work independently and manage a high volume work flow.Relevant computer software skills, including at a minimum, MS Office, etc.This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package , professional development and policies and programs that support healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others and yourself.Please click here to continue searching FHI 360's Career Portal.FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is an equal employment and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.

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Technical Advisor - Jordan Community Health and Nutrition Program