Country Director, Mexico

Project Hope; Xico; Presencial; MXN 1,434,000 - 1,793,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global health organization is seeking a Country Director for its Mexico office. The role involves overseeing the management and implementation of health programs, leading a diverse team, and liaising with government authorities and partners. The ideal candidate will have extensive leadership experience in international health settings, particularly within Mexico, and a proven track record in securing funding. Strong communication and project management skills are essential for success in this position.

Formación

• Minimum 5 years of management experience in global health programs.
• Experience with NGO operations in Mexico.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Manage overall programming and operations for Project HOPE in Mexico.
• Liaise with governmental health authorities and other stakeholders.
• Lead the implementation and monitoring of health programs.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Advocacy

Budget management

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Descripción del empleo

Country Director, Mexico, Global Health

• Location: Mexico City, Mexico

Project HOPE is an international NGO of more than 900 engaged employees and hundreds of volunteers who work in more than 25 countries, responding to the world's most pressing global health challenges.

Throughout our 60-year legacy, Project HOPE has treated millions of patients and provided more than $3bn worth of medicines to local health care organizations around the world.

We have helped build hundreds of health programs from the ground up and responded to humanitarian crises worldwide.

Code of Conduct

It is our shared responsibility and obligation to treat each other with respect, take affirmative steps to prevent matters involving Sexual Exploitation & Abuse and Trafficking in Persons, and to disclose all potential and actual violations of our Code of Conduct, which may include Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption, Discrimination or Harassment.

Together we can reinforce a _ culture of respect, integrity, accountability, and transparency._

The Country Director is responsible for overall management of programming and operational activities for the Project HOPE office in Mexico.

They serve as Project HOPE's official representative in Mexico, ensuring proper coordination with authorities by liaising with the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Education, key stakeholders in the public and private sectors and non-governmental organizations.

The Country Director will plan, lead, organize and supervise the development, implementation and monitoring of global health programs in Mexico according to Project HOPE guidelines, agreements with funders and local partners, and following international best practices.

They will provide overall leadership for Project HOPE Mexico operations and programs to achieve programmatic outcomes, engage with key stakeholders to advance advocacy on priority global health issues, and lead development efforts to identify additional funding opportunities to expand Project HOPE's global health programs in Mexico.

Principal Responsibilities

• Plan, lead and supervise the development, implementation, and monitoring of program activities in Mexico, based on approved workplans and within budget, in accordance with agreements with international and local partners.
• Hire and supervise administrative and technical program staff and volunteers, building an effective and efficient team.
• Oversee program implementation and maintenance in accordance with M&E Plans developed in coordination with the HQ-based M&E Director and funding partners, and develop reports to share outcomes, best practices and lessons learned.
• Oversee daily operations, working with Project HOPE Mexico staff and implementing partners to ensure high quality and timely program deliverables are achieved.
• Coordinate and represent Project HOPE at local, regional, and international meetings and conferences as appropriate.
• Meet regularly with the technical support team, advisory committee members, communications team, the M&E Director and the Regional Director, as appropriate, to provide program updates in accordance with a workplan and timeline developed in conjunction with program partners.
• Develop and submit reports to the Regional Director and program partners, including, but not limited to: monthly, quarterly, and annual reports outlining challenges, accomplishments, success stories, as well as financial, process, outcome and impact data tracking.
• Report to the Regional Director regarding any significant changes in resource requirements and / or program objectives, and make recommendations for future actions.
• Ensure that proper administrative support services are implemented through compliance with the Administrative Guidelines in all aspects of budgetary, financial, administrative, logistical and personnel activities.
• Complete the following as needed:
• Maintain communications with Project HOPE HQ on a regular basis, responding to inquiries and requests, and keeping Project HOPE HQ apprised of any issues of concern to program operations, as well as new program opportunities.
• Arranging for local purchases of supplies and equipment after receiving appropriate approval; helping to project budgetary needs and adjustments.
• Hiring and managing local support staff, ensuring that new positions are approved by the Regional Director; approving local salary adjustments and other personnel actions concerning support staff, as needed.
• Keeping informed of local legal issues as they affect the operation of the HOPE Mexico program office, notifying the Regional Director of any special concerns that arise.
• Conduct performance reviews of all local and expat staff and volunteers when applicable.
• Responsible for the abidance of Project HOPE México A.C. To its agreement with Project HOPE and compliance of all Project HOPE policies, due diligence and operational, programmatic and budgetary reporting.
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