ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW
HealthRight International is a global health organization that builds access to health services for marginalized populations, with particular focus on FOUR marginalized populations including: women and children, migrant populations, at-risk adolescents, and LGBTI individuals. Employing a human rights-based approach, HealthRight works closely with community-based partners to build local capacity and create sustainable programs that have lasting impact. HealthRight works in places that few other organizations work, with populations few others work with, all while employing a community-based approach few others can. Since its founding in 1990 by the late Dr. Jonathan Mann, HealthRight has worked in over 30 countries, with current projects in Asia, Africa, Eastern Europe, and the United States.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Director of Program Development is a member of the senior management team and is responsible for advising on overall development strategy and grants management across all program areas.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Grants Development
§ In collaboration with the BOD, Program Advisory Council, Executive Director, staff, and stakeholders, performs review and analysis of resources, needs and opportunities for fund development;
§ Develops comprehensive Strategic Program Development Plans aligned with the organization’s mission and strategic plan in close collaboration with the Executive Director and Program Directors;
§ Implements the comprehensive, Strategic Program Development Plan to meet revenue goals, including maintenance of current funding streams, and establishment of new funding streams;
§ Prospects for and engages potential new funders according to the Strategic Program Development Plan;
§ Coordinates with ED, Program Directors, and Regional Teams to develop and submit high quality, high impact proposals;
§ Develops or manages development of all grant proposals to government, foundation, corporate and other funders and donors;
§ Establishes clear, defined process for organizational grant development process that involves engagement of HQ program directors, field staff, finance teams, and consultants/contractors;
Grants Management
§ Supports Executive Director and Program Directors in grants management and institutes management tools and processes for optimal performance;
§ With support from Finance Director, monitors grant revenues and expenditures and evaluates budget to assure conformance with revenue expectations and expenditure plans;
§ Identifies deficiencies in the grants management process and implements actions for resolution;
§ Tracks and reviews program reports in collaboration with Program Directors;
§ Performs analytical work related to budget development, organization programs, and contracts;
§ Maintains current knowledge of public health financing trends, regulatory changes, and proven solutions for improving services;
§ Develops written reports, presentations and tools necessary to facilitate full program evaluation and communication of findings/recommendations;
Communications
§ In collaboration with BOD and ED, develops formal mechanisms for communication of mission, vision, and strategy; develops impactful internal and external communications for relevant stakeholders;
§ Establishes and maintains central repository of information for use in development and communications;
§ Establishes and maintains positive and productive relationships with government, corporate, foundation, and other stakeholders;
§ Cultivates relationships with new grant writing consultants/contractors in each of the program areas;
§ Disseminates achievements and communicates program information to the community through diverse mechanisms;
§ Represents HealthRight at meetings, conferences and events;
Human Resource Management
§ Hires, develop and retain grants staff;
§ Manages ongoing working relationships with grant writing consultants/contractors;
§ Creates a positive work environment that supports personal and professional growth resulting in a high functioning, results-oriented team.
QUALIFICATIONS
§ MPH or equivalent masters degree and a clear passion for global health and social justice;
§ >5 years of grants management experience with increasing levels of responsibility;
§ Significant track record developing, writing, and managing successful grant proposals
§ for private foundations, research bodies and government sources including USAID, CDC and NIH;
§ Experience with individual giving and events fundraising a plus;
§ Willingness to work with a small team that is poised for growth and impact.
NOTE: The above listed duties constitute an outline of the core tasks and responsibilities associated with this position. These may be adjusted, modified, expanded or otherwise revised at any time as deemed necessary by the organization.
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