FHI 360 recruits Deputy Director, Projects and Programs

Bac+3 Deadline: 02 Nov 2019 2026

• 0 comments FHI 360 recruits Deputy Director, Projects and Programs Position: Deputy Director, Projects and Programmes (Responsible for the BVD response)

Location

Place of employment: Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) Type of contract: Full-time 5 Deadline for applications: 2 November 2026

Job overview

FHI 360 is a non-profit human development organization committed to sustainably improving living conditions through integrated solutions tailored to local realities. Our team is made up of experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, youth, research, technology, communication and social marketing, bringing together a unique set of skills to address the interrelated challenges of current development. FHI 360 operates in all U.S. states and territories as well as several countries around the world, including Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), where it supports the health sector. En Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), FHI 360 has implemented the STRIDES project (Strengthening Infectious Disease Detection Systems), whose overall objective is to strengthen the country’s capacities for prevention, detection, surveillance and rapid response to infectious disease threats, as part of U.S. State Department-funded global health security efforts. The STRIDES project includes capacity building for the detection, diagnosis and surveillance of Ebola, as well as support for some operational aspects of the response to the epidemic. Job description: The Epidemic Response Officer provides technical and operational leadership for the ongoing response to the Bundibugyo Virus Disease (BVD) outbreak under the DRC STRIDES program. This role involves the operational coordination of the program for surveillance, transport of samples and laboratory samples, biosecurity, PPE supply chain and capacity building of Rapid Response Teams (RRTs), in close collaboration with the Ministry of Health, local health sector actors and stakeholders in DRC, the US Department of State and international epidemic response partners. The Deputy Director of Projects and Programmes (responsible for the response to BVD), based in Buniaensures the daily implementation on the ground and operational coordination of response activities to the BVD epidemic supported by STRIDES. Functionally linked to the BVD coordinator and administratively to the technical director of STRIDES DRC, he translated the agreed response priorities into coordinated work plans on the ground, oversees their implementation, solves blockage problems and raises issues requiring a decision by management.

Other information

The incumbent works closely with technical supervisors, laboratories, biosecurity, CECB, IPC/SDB, Rapid Response Team (RRT) and other relevant technical officials, implementing partners and support services to ensure timely and consistent implementation in line with the government response plan and donor requirements. Languages: Fluency in written and spoken French is required; knowledge of English is an asset.

Responsibilities

Represent FHI 360 at designated field coordination meetings. Develop and maintain a consolidated implementation plan on the ground, reflecting priorities agreed with the BVD Coordinator. Coordinate the implementation of sustained response activities (surveillance, sampling guidance, laboratory support, biosecurity, PPE delivery, CECN, IPC/SDB and enhanced RRTs). Work with designated technical officials to implement the approved guidelines and address implementation gaps. Coordinate with government response structures and implementing partners activities to align them with the response plan. Monitor field deliveries, operational constraints, expenses and product availability. Provide regular, consolidated updates to the BVD Coordinator. Quickly report urgent operational risks and document decisions. Lead the planning, coordination, implementation and monitoring of BVD outbreak preparedness and response interventions. Identify funding opportunities and monitor them in collaboration with technical teams. Perform other tasks assigned to him. Required skills: Proven technical expertise in response to epidemics, field epidemiology, PCI or strengthening laboratory systems. Knowledge of the design, implementation and management of U.S. government-funded projects/programs. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of politics and ethics. Education:

Education / Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or international equivalent in public health, medicine, epidemiology, health program management or a related discipline. A relevant graduate degree and certification in project management are desirable.

Experience

• 10+ years of relevant experience in managing public health programs, emergency response or humanitarian operations. At least three years of experience in team management. Proven experience in coordinating multidisciplinary teams to respond to epidemics (Ebola or other HVF preference). Experience working in non-secure environments and within an NGO. Working conditions: Based on Bunia, this post involves frequent travel to the places of intervention. Deployments and field trips are subject to the organization’s safety procedures as well as applicable occupational health and biosafety requirements. Ability and willingness to travel to high-risk areas and health facilities. Salary: The salary range for this position is $50,000 to $65,000 per year (gross salary, including base salary and allowances) for local recruitment.

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