Project Director at FHI 360 – Indonesia
Recruiter: FHI 360
About FHI 360
FHI 360 is part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.
Job Summary
This senior leadership position at FHI 360 offers a compelling opportunity for an seasoned executive to contribute to administrative management . Based in Indonesia, you will apply your expertise to advance FHI 360’s mission and support the United Nations system’s work on critical global priorities. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment while contributing to meaningful outcomes that benefit communities worldwide. The ideal candidate is a seasoned executive with a strong track record of strategic leadership, institutional reform, and high-level stakeholder engagement within international or intergovernmental organizations.
Full 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, public health threats, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research, technology, communication, and social marketing creating a unique mix of capabilities to address todays interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories. FHI 360 has worked in Indonesia for 30 years. Since 1996, we have taken a comprehensive approach to help transform the countrys health and development landscape. Leveraging a blend of global expertise and local insights, we have consistently strengthened community capacities, enhanced systems, and reinforced institutional frameworks for a sustainable impact. In partnership with the Government of Indonesia, civil society, academia, and the private sector, FHI 360 Indonesia delivers integrated programs across critical sectors. Our initiatives have spanned essential health servicesincluding HIV and epidemic control, health system strengthening, food security, tuberculosis, and global health security. The U.S. governments (USG) Global Health Security (GHS) program provides life-saving assistance to prevent, detect, and respond to infectious disease threats which pose risks for public health outbreaks that could cost lives. As part of the USGs GHS program, the STRengthening Infectious disease DEtection Systems (STRIDES) Activity advances cross-sectoral efforts to successfully identify, manage, and respond to infectious disease threats; detect and prevent further outbreaks; and instill confidence and trust in a countrys disease detection and surveillance structures and services. Job Summary: The Project Director, STRIDES Indonesia leads and directs implementation of the U.S. Government (USG)-funded Global Health Security (GHS) Activity to enhance global health priorities in country with the general objectives to strengthen capacity across laboratory and surveillance systems to prevent, detect, and rapidly and effectively respond to emerging infectious diseases and other public health threats. They will fulfill the diverse managerial requirements of the Activity and have technical and management responsibility for all activities, personnel, and budget/spending. The Project Director, STRIDES Indonesia serves as the Activitys primary liaison with USG posts in country, local government, and other global health security implementing partners working in country in addition to overseeing STRIDES subcontractors operating in country. The Project Director, STRIDES Indonesia will lead the development and implementation of annual work plans, monitoring and evaluation activities, technical and financial reporting, and other administrative elements of the Activity. Accountabilities: Plans, directs, and coordinates implementation of the Activity to ensure that goals and objectives are accomplished within prescribed timeframes and funding parameters. Establishes work plans, teams, and SOPs to meet Activity goals and ensure compliance with policies. Directly manages technical, financial and operational staff responsible for all aspects of the GHS Activity. Responsible for creating, promoting, and maintaining safe and equitable work environments for all personnel, including a harassment- and violence-free work culture, and systems for safeguarding Activity participants. Manages in-country relationships with national, regional, and local government counterparts and multisectoral partners to fulfill national global health security objectives and targets and operationalize implementing activities. Serve as the primary point of contact and collaboration for the team and in-country partners, including Department of State, implementation partners, government partners, and other key partners. Leads in-country team and liaises with Activity leadership at the global level to define, develop, implement, monitor and adjust technical work plans, budgets, presentations, and reports. Ensures on-time delivery of high-quality deliverables and reports. Provides guidance and training to managers and staff to achieve Activity goals. Responsible for onboarding of Activity staff, ensuring their familiarity with organizational and Activity values, quality standards, policies and procedures and their individual responsibilities in upholding them. Work closely with the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP), Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development (MoALD) and their relevant departments, divisions and centers. Supports performance management and professional development of direct reports, including ongoing feedback, coaching, and career support. Performs other relevant duties as assigned. Applied Knowledge &Skills: Comprehensive knowledge of theories, concepts and practices with project management, process development and execution. Familiarity with international Global Health Security frameworks and initiatives, particularly in relation to Department of States Programs and priorities, is highly preferred. Excellent and demonstrated project management skills, including leadership to develop annual work plans and deliverables to State while overseeing the Activitys monitoring and evaluation plan to ensure achievement of Activity goals and objectives. Articulate, professional, and diplomatic with ability to communicate using a clear and positive manner with clients and staff. Strong influencing, negotiation, and collaboration skills; Prior experience developing partnerships and managing relationships with State, host country government, key partners, and other implementing partners in country is highly preferred. Demonstrated leadership skills managing staff within a matrixed organization. Prior experience working in an international non-governmental organization (INGO) a plus. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to plan, organize, and manage resources for successful completion of the Activity. Problem Solving & Impact: Problems encountered are complex and highly varied; decisions and actions have a significant impact on Activity implementation. Exercises judgment to meet business strategies and develops objectives that align with donor and Activity goals. Quickly identifies and notifies management of potential issues during implementation. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Supervision Given/Received: Sets goals and budgets and leads in-country team to achieve strategic goals. Leads coordination of resources for Activity implementation addresses/resolves Activity issues. Reports to the Program Manager, STRIDES HQ.Education: Bachelors degree or its international equivalent in public health or other health-related fields related to the functions of the position; Masters degree or its international equivalent preferred. Project management certification preferred.Experience: Typically requires 10+ years of relevant experience with project management principles and practices, including 5+ years of managing staff. Proficient with applicable Department of State or other donor rules, regulations, and policies Demonstrated knowledge and experience working on the management and implementation of human or animal health projects and interventions for infectious diseases Knowledge and experience working on Global Health Security projects or activities preferred; experience working across multiple sectors (One Health) desirable Demonstrated experience developing and mentoring staff and building capacity of local teams and partners. Demonstrated experience in managing complex, multidisciplinary projects and/or activities. Proficiency in English language (read, write, speak) is required Fluency in host country language is required Experience operating in insecure environments. Experience working in an NGO is preferred Experience working in a Government Human, Animal or Environmental Health Ministry/Agency is desirable. Typical Physical Demands: Typical…
Key Details
- Job Title: Project Director
- Grade: USG
- Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
- Department: FHI 360
- Contract Type: Professional Staff
- Salary Range:$238,000 – $238,000 USD annually
Qualifications
- Not specified in the official posting
Skills
- Not specified in the official posting
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Professional development opportunities
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- Inclusive and collaborative work environment
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official UN careers portal. Female candidates and candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
