Job Description
The World at Abt
Solving the world’s most pressing issues and improving the quality of life for people worldwide is what we do every day at Abt Associates. Creating a more equitable world is no small task, but we are driven by big challenges.
We are a team of 3,000+ people in over 50 countries working in unison and focused on the bigger picture. Only by sharing our commitment, energy, and innovation do we affect change and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We welcome diverse ideas, backgrounds, and viewpoints – joining Abt means access to exceptional thinkers at the top of their game.
To thrive at Abt is to embrace flexibility and collaboration. Our open culture allows you to balance your work and personal life as needed to optimize personal well-being. Creating a more equitable world starts from within – we look after people around the world, and we’ll do the same for you.
Ready to embrace rewarding and meaningful work? Now’s your chance.
The Opportunity
Abt Associates seeks a qualified Technical Director for the anticipated USAID Integrated Health Systems Strengthening Activity (IHSS Activity). The purpose of the IHSS activity is to remove significant barriers to health system performance improvement, address country-level HSS needs, and provide practical approaches to supporting the implementation of health sector reforms.
As the Technical Director, you will work in collaboration with the Project Director in providing strategic leadership and technical oversight to ensure the successful implementation of the IHSS Activity. You will guide the Activity technical strategies, coordinate technical teams, guarantee delivery quality assurance and ensure achievement of project outcomes and USAID’s HSS vision in 2030. You also will ensure the adaptation and integration of emerging knowledge and innovative solutions in all HSS Activity efforts.
This position is contingent upon a project award to Abt Associates.
Core Responsibilities
- Provide technical leadership and support to program activities in key technical areas of the Activity.
- Ensure that activity components are results-oriented, deliverables are of high quality, and reporting is relevant and timely. The Technical Director must focus on achieving results in all areas within the timeframe and ensure synergies and cohesion between the different result areas.
- Support project planning and implementation through collaboration on workplans, monitoring of progress and address risks to achieve technical outcomes.
- Mentor technical experts for effective collaboration and professional growth to promote best practices and facilitate learning.
- Assist program teams in developing and implementing innovative approaches to capacity building.
- Support country teams to ensure high quality transfer of skills and knowledge to country institutions and communities.
- Foster strong relationships with government agencies, donors and local partners and support them on issues related to technical areas/functions to ensure all programmatic activities are technically sound and sustainable.
- Contribute to monitoring, evaluation and reporting through monthly activity updates, quarterly and annual progress reports, and technical reports as needed.
- Work closely with other technical leads to ensure a consistent and integrated approach across all project activities.
- Participate in technical networks, meetings, and select technical working groups as appropriate to represent the project and ensure collaboration on relevant technical work.
What We Value
- Bachelor’s degree + 15 years of direct relevant experience OR master’s degree + 12 years OR Ph.D. + 10 years.
- Degree(s) must be in public health, medicine, health management, or similar related field(s).
- Demonstrated experience and in-depth knowledge of global health systems and technical expertise in integrated systems-based health systems strengthening.
- Demonstrate experience leading and managing multi-disciplinary teams in various contexts and cultures.
- Strong understanding of USAID HSS priorities and USAID rules and regulations with proven track record of donor responsiveness and compliance.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skills
- Fluency in English oral and written communication is required.
- Ability to interact professionally in one or more relevant foreign languages (e.g., French, Spanish, Portuguese) is preferred, but not required.
What We Offer
We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits, flexible schedules, and professional development.
Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of approximately $120,888.08 to $193,420.92 and may vary by ten percent depending on candidate geographic location. Salary offers are made based on internal equity and market analysis.
Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.
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About Us
Around the world, vulnerable populations face an array of complex problems. At Abt, we’re committed to making fundamental societal change in these disproportionately affected communities. We help wherever we’re needed. Here, you’ll collaborate with an international network of talented colleagues as you design and implement solutions for critical health, climate, economic, and governance issues. In partnership with local and indigenous communities you will help to improve lives and livelihood. All the while having the support and encouragement of leaders who always put your career and wellbeing first. Come make a World of Difference with us.
At Abt Associates, our commitment to creating a more equitable society for populations around the world starts from within. We understand how communities can flourish when people are given the right resources and support, and at Abt we continuously strive to cultivate a culture where there are no barriers to personal and professional fulfilment. Our welcoming and inclusive environment, our stance on employee wellbeing and flexibility, our deliberate approach towards expanding our talent representation, and our Employee Networking Groups are just some of the ways we ensure that everyone at Abt can thrive. With an eye towards continuous improvement, we know there’s always more to be done. And we’re set on doing it.