Project Director, Cdc Sierra Leone

World Vision

Sierra Leone
10 years health program implementation experience
Experience managing complex donor grants
Deep knowledge of us government assistance requirements
The Project Director will provide strategic leadership for a $30 million CDC-funded initiative aimed at building resilient public health systems in Sierra Leone

Job Summary

  • The Project Director will provide strategic leadership for a $30 million CDC-funded initiative aimed at building resilient public health systems in Sierra Leone.
  • This role requires deep applied experience in disease surveillance, health workforce capacity strengthening, and primary health care within contexts similar to Sierra Leone.
  • The successful candidate must possess the ability to effectively collaborate with host country agencies, including central and local governments, while maintaining Christian organizational values.

Matching Summary

The Project Director will provide strategic leadership for a $30 million CDC-funded initiative aimed at building resilient public health systems in Sierra Leone.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10 years health program implementation experience
  • Experience managing complex donor grants
  • Deep knowledge of US Government assistance requirements
  • Proven ability to manage sub-grants and contracts
  • Expertise in disease surveillance and health systems

Nice-to-have

  • PhD degree preferred
  • Christian faith alignment and spiritual leadership
  • Experience with change management strategies
  • Ability to collaborate with civil society organizations
  • Track record of developing Country Operating Plans

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree required; PhD preferred
  • Minimum 10 years of relevant health program experience
  • Prior experience as Chief of Party or Senior Project Director
  • Familiarity with CDC and bilateral funding agency rules
  • English language proficiency required

Work Rights

Local and International Applicants Accepted

Sponsorship: available

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