Malaria Strategy & Financing Associate

Position description

The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to our mission of saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low-and middle-income countries. We work at the invitation of governments to support them and the private sector to create and sustain high-quality health systems.

Duties

Responsibilities

• Develop Excel-based budget and cost models for malaria interventions;
• Conduct analyses to map available funding to needs and identify resource gaps;
• Work with stakeholders to prioritize and optimize activities within funding envelope;
• Develop funding proposals to mobilize resources (e.g., from Global Fund) for countries;
• Facilitate evidence-based program reviews and strategic and operational planning;
• Assist malaria programs in identifying and addressing impediments to funding absorption, activity implementation, and programmatic goals;
• Strengthen financial and programmatic data use to inform program management and strategic decision-making;
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across CHAI, government, non-governmental organizations, and the private sector at the regional, national, and subnational level;
• Facilitate coordination between government, partner, and internal stakeholders;
• Share updates, best practices, and lessons learned;
• Travel to remote regions with limited infrastructure and medical care; and
• Other responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Essential: Professional-level fluency (verbal and written) in Portuguese and English;
• High levels of proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint;
• Demonstrated excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem solving skills;
• Demonstrated ability to oversee multiple work streams simultaneously, prioritizing as appropriate;
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and flexibly with a strong commitment to excellence in high-pressure situations and in remote settings;
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills;
• Willingness to travel frequently (20-40% of time) within Africa, including trips to rural areas;
• Strong diplomatic and interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships in a challenging multicultural environment;
• Bachelor’s degree in related field (e.g., Business, Public Health, Public Policy, International Development);
• 2+ years of working experience with increasing levels of responsibility and leadership in relevant field (e.g., management consulting, finance, public health, business)

Application instructions

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