Organizational Profile:
Zanmi Lasante (ZL) is a Haitian organization based in Santo, Port au Prince and is a recognized non-profit organization whose mission is to provide a preferential option for the poor in health care. Through its service delivery, training, advocacy and research, ZL works closely with its sister organization, Partners in Health (PIH) globally to bring the benefits of modern medical science to those most in need and to serve as an antidote to despair. PIH operates sites for clinical care, research and training in 10 countries (Haiti, Peru, Russia, Rwanda, Lesotho, Malawi, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Mexico and Navajo Nation) and has a growing network of affiliated organizations and initiatives in several other countries, including Nepal, Burundi, Mali, Guatemala, and Togo.

This is an exciting time for ZL. The organization is taking on immense challenges while its heightened visibility has brought the opportunity to influence even greater changes within its programs in Haiti. As our work continues to increase in scope and impact, ZL seeks individuals committed to the mission and values of the organization to join the team.

Position Overview:
Zanmi Lasante seeks a Technical Director for a multi-year PEPFAR funded health initiative in Haiti. This position will be based full-time in Haiti, with travel required within the various project sites. The five-year project aims to support direct delivery of integrated HIV and TB clinical-based services in the Central Plateau and Lower Artibonite of Haiti. The Technical Director – PEPFAR Project will work collaboratively with other senior ZL management and will be responsible for guiding and overseeing the technical and strategic direction of the project.
Specific Responsibilities:
• Provide strategic direction, leadership and technical guidance for the entire project team.
• Serve as key liaison on technical implementation across the 12 implementation sites.
• Ensure timely implementation of all programs, in close collaboration with the donor and ZL leadership.
• Ensure that the program is clinically sound, evidence-based and aligned with the priorities of MSPP, ZL, and CDC.
• Collaborate with M&E staff to implement data monitoring plan and utilize data to inform program design and implementation.
• Manage staff to ensure project is achieving all expected deliverables and targets.
• Engage with training and clinical staff to design tools and ensure efficient implementation of project activities.
• Provide mentoring and capacity building to project staff.
• Troubleshoot any problems related to project implementation.
• Perform other relevant duties as needed.

• Advanced degree in public health, social sciences, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 6-8 years’ experience designing, managing, and implementing health programs in developing countries. Experience with HIV programs required.
• Proven success managing health systems strengthening or HIV/TB projects working at the community level.
• Experience training health workers and other staff on aspects related to HSS, HIV and TB treatment and services.
• Direct experience in Haiti or other developing country setting strongly preferred
• Familiarity with CDC or other USG administrative, management, and reporting procedures and systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrated leadership and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills: ability to manage complex projects from creation to completion, plan and prioritize multiple deliverables, and coordinate teams to meet deadlines
• Fluency in English and French required.

Please Note: This is a five year position contingent upon project award and funding.

Job Title: Technical Director – PEPFAR Project
Location: Port-au-Prince, Haiti

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