Technical Director X 1 (Gaborone)

Tebelopele Wellness Center; Frome; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit health organization in the UK is seeking a Technical Director to provide comprehensive oversight of health programs. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in public health and at least 5 years of experience in HIV/AIDS care. Responsibilities include strategic guidance, stakeholder management, and developing health service protocols. We offer a competitive salary based on experience and qualifications. Application deadline: 27 November 2022.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public health or related field required.
• At least 5 years’ experience in HIV/AIDS treatment and care.
• Fluent in Setswana and English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic technical guidance and direction to project personnel.
• Prepare monitoring and evaluation reports for stakeholders.
• Conduct market research related to HIV/AIDS and SRH issues.
• Develop integrated health service protocols as per guidelines.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders and the public.

Skills

Knowledge of HIV and TB access to care

Fluent in Setswana and English

General managerial expertise

Leadership and delegation

Negotiation / Advocacy

Relationship management

Creative problem solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public health or related field

Master’s degree

Job description

Overview

Tebelopele is a non-profit health and wellness organization dedicated to protecting and improving the lives of communities across Botswana for over 20 years. Tebelopele facilities are situated in 18 locations serving clients in rural and urban areas. In August 2018, Tebelopele became Botswana’s first and largest non-profit HIV Testing and integrated HIV-Sexual Reproductive Health (SRH) services provider. Through a USAID award, Tebelopele implements a client-centered integrated prevention, care and treatment program that supports the achievement of national HIV epidemic control. The program has four key results areas:

• Foster early detection of infection and address gaps in testing (especially among men and youth).
• Enhance early linkage to care and treatment for persons newly identified as HIV positive.
• Increase adherence, retention and sustained viral load suppression for HIV and TB patients on treatment.
• Scale preventive strategies to combat HIV infection among populations at risk.

Position

Technical Director (1 position, Gaborone)

Reports directly to the Executive Director/Chief of Party. In collaboration with the Executive Director/Chief of Party, the Technical Director provides technical leadership and oversight of the program. S/he will ensure that project activities are of high quality and will provide strategic vision, technical expertise, direction, and clinical management support to the program. S/he will also provide technical leadership and oversight of DREAMS services aimed at Adolescent Girls and Young Women (AGYW), including risk communication, HIV testing, SRH services, and links to social and economic development. The Technical Director will cultivate and maintain strong relationships with government leaders, donors, and other external stakeholders to ensure optimal coordination.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic technical guidance and direction to the Chief of Party, project personnel, and other actors providing on-site technical assistance to project activities.
• Develop, implement and review strategies, operational policies and procedures to ensure application and operational health care.
• Monitor standards and evaluate and report performance indicators regarding testing, referral networks, and business operations.
• Provide technical and leadership support to managers at the project level.
• Prepare monitoring and evaluation reports with data analysis and commentary for the Board and Donor.
• Lead efforts to improve relationships between participating local bodies to enhance integrated health service delivery, referral and treatment of clients.
• Conduct market research regarding HIV/AIDS and SRH issues, good practices, quality standards, and care, particularly among AGYW and men.
• Participate in operational research related to service improvements.
• Develop integrated health services protocols as per the country’s guidelines.
• Contribute to quarterly, annual, and ad hoc reports as requested by the Chief of Party regarding financial, audit, and project activities.
• Represent Tebelopele within the media to facilitate marketing strategies.
• Manage relationships with key local stakeholders, government, NGOs, parastatals, the private sector, donors, and the general public.
• Provide leadership and managerial support, including objective setting, performance management, evaluation and coaching as required.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality as defined by Tebelopele.
• Perform operational duties as agreed with the Chief of Party.
• Carry out the financial reporting and accounting tasks required for the annual budget and implement mechanisms to ensure effective expenditure control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public health or related field (e.g., Social Sciences, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Education, Nursing, Medicine).
• A Master’s degree is an added advantage.

Experience

• At least 5 years’ experience in HIV/AIDS treatment and care, particularly among AGYW and men, and other integrated health services.

Competencies

• Knowledge of issues related to HIV and TB patients’ access to care and treatment.
• Fluent in Setswana and English – spoken and written.
• General managerial expertise.
• Up-to-date knowledge of issues surrounding HIV/AIDS in Botswana and internationally.
• Leadership and delegation.
• Negotiation / Advocacy.
• Relationship management.
• Numeracy/Accounting.
• Creative problem solving.
• Time management.

The organization offers a competitive package commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Application instructions: If you believe you have the required competencies for the job, submit your Comprehensive CV, certified copies of certificates and valid identity card, and two professional references to the Human Resources Manager at Tebelopele. Closing date: 27 November 2022. Only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.