Family Health International NGO FHI Director Job.

Family Health International NGO FHI Director Job.
FHI is a global health and development organization whose rigorous, science-based approach builds programs that create lasting change.

Founded in 1971, FHI maintains offices and staff worldwide, helping to forge strong local relationships that enable us to make measurable progress against disease, poverty, and inequity – improving lives for millions.

We seek qualified candidates for the position of Executive Director, Gold Star Kenya in Nairobi, Kenya.

Executive Director, Gold Star Kenya Nairobi, Kenya Ref: FHI-ED-GSK Req ID: 1402
The Executive Director, Gold Star Kenya provides leadership and management oversight for all Gold Star Kenya activities, including a diverse portfolio of public health programs in Kenya.

S/he provides oversight of all operations.
As the Gold Star Kenya activities country representative, responsibilities include:

* Develops and ensures effective and productive collaboration between Gold Star Kenya, the government of Kenya as well as community and other stakeholders;
* Represents Gold Star Kenya to external donors and sponsors and leads Gold Star Kenya business and resource development efforts in country;
* Serves as project director or chief of party (COP) on designated Gold Star Kenya projects;
* Manages the relationship of Gold Star Kenya at the leadership level with FHI.
* Performs other duties assigned by the Board.
Minimum Requirements:
* BS/BA and 9-11 years relevant experience with international development programs and includes 3-5 years of supervisory experience;
* or MS/MA in public health or related field and 7-9 years relevant experience with international development programs and includes 3-5 years of supervisory experience;
* or PhD/MD or equivalent degree and 5-7 years relevant experience with international development programs and includes 3-5 years of supervisory experience.
* Overseas field experience required.
* This is not an expatriate position. No expatriate benefits or allowances provided.

FHI has a competitive compensation package.
Interested candidates may register online through FHI’s Career Center at www.fhi.org/careercenter or via email to: recruit@fhi.org and quote the Ref No. provided on the subject line while sending your application, to be received not later than November 19, 2010.

Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements.

Please specify source in your application. AA/EOE/M/F/V/D