Project Director- Global Fund TB, Madagascar At Catholic Relief Services

Job Summary:
CRS has been operating in Madagascar since 1962 supporting relief and development operations in the country. Over the past years, CRS has focused on Food Security, Health, Climate Change, Justice & Peace, Water, Sanitation & Hygiene and Emergencies project across the country in partnership with several local organizations. CRS has also developed strong relationships with government line ministries, partners and communities we serve in the country, implementing a multi-sectoral program portfolio.
In 2003-2005, CRS implemented the Global Fund grant for HIV/AIDS and since 2014, CRS/MG has received the Global Fund grants for Immunization. As selected Principal Recipient (PR) for the new NFM3 grant, CRS/MG will manage the Global Fund’s tuberculosis program for the period 2021-2023.
As Senior Program Manager – Global Fund Tuberculosis Project Director, will provide overall leadership to the Global Fund TB project team and be responsible for the overall management of the project including the quality of programmatic implementation (monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning) and administrative elements of the project to serve the poor and vulnerable.as well as relationship with the PNLT, Ministry of Health and different services and other public, private and non-government stakeholders. You are responsible for ensuring that project results are achieved on time and on budget, including strategies for phase out and sustainability, and that the budget is consumed as planned. As a senior leader, you will proactively manage security and mitigate security risks.

Required Languages –French and English Fluency required.
Travel – Must be willing and able to travel up to 30%.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proven leadership and ability to build and motivate diverse and talented teams
• Proven experience in building and maintaining institutional linkages
• Ability to work to meet deadlines in multiple tasking environments
• Excellent organization, planning and analytical skills; detail oriented
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated strength in relationship management

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing Global Fund grant, preferred.
• Knowledge & experience of Partnership strategy and Partner Capacity Building.
• Commitment to local leadership and empowering local actors.
• Prior experience working in South African region, preferred.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Proactive, resourceful, solutions-oriented and results-oriented.
• Excellent knowledge and experience in budget management and project management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Publisher, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
• Application of program quality standards to project design and organizational learning, performance improvement and application of gender equity

Supervisory Responsibilities: Deputy GF Project Director, Supply Chain Manager, MEAL Manager, Finance Coordinator, Community Health Project Manager
Key Working Relationships:
*Internal:* Country Representative, Head of Programming, Head of Operations, Deputy Regional Directors, Regional Technical Advisors, Global Fund Support Unit, GF TB Project staff, Madagascar Staff
*External:* Global Fund Portfolio Senior Manager, GF Portfolio Team, ICN (CCM), Ministry of Health, PNLT, UCP, SALAMA, LFA, Sub-recipients, USAID, CDC, UN agencies, other Global Fund Principal Recipients for the HIV/AIDS and Malaria grants. The project is implemented through agreements with Government and civil society partners.** Basic Qualifications**

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Medicine, International Development, International Relations or a related field.
• 7 or more years’ relevant experience managing large scale development grants, preferably focusing on Health and TB.
• Proven track record of successful Global Fund (GFATM) funded program management, including management of multi-activity projects, complicated logistics and large budgets, as well as health products & medical commodities.
• At least 5 years of supervisory experience, including performance evaluation, coaching and mentoring. staff management experience and abilities that are conducive to a learning environment.

Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)
These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.

• Integrity
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation
• Builds Relationships
• Develops Talent
• Strategic Mindset
• Accountability & Stewardship**Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.*
  *Disclaimer**: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.*** Note: All positions requiring residence or frequent travel outside their home country must undergo and clear a pre-employment medical examination. CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding the rights and dignity of all people – especially children and vulnerable adults – to live free from abuse and harm. CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer**

Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.