Director - Public Health As Per Advert

Geotech; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Public Health sector is looking for a Director to join their team in South Africa. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience, focusing on communication, advocacy, and financial oversight in public health initiatives. This role involves managing multiple projects, developing strategies for clients, and ensuring financial efficiencies. It's an enriching opportunity in a dynamic environment, engaging with NGOs, governments, and academic institutions to drive health initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years experience in the Public Health advocacy sector.
• Experience in communication and advocacy strategies.
• Proven financial oversight and client management experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communication and advocacy strategies.
• Manage project budgets and finances.
• Act as the primary contact for clients on assigned projects.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Degree in Communication, Journalism, Economics, or Public Health

Job description

Director - Public Health

Our international client within the Public Health sector is seeking a Director to join their South Africa team.

This individual should have at least 8 years of experience at a senior level or in a similar role such as Senior Manager. The client's focus areas include communication, advocacy, research, and strategy.

The partnership areas encompass NGOs, governments, foundations, and academic institutions, with an emphasis on product development partnerships in Public Health, Climate Change, and Development.

Responsibilities & Duties

1. Communication: Excellent writing skills are essential, including preparing project and program documents, press releases, and media communications.
2. Project Management: Develop and implement communication and advocacy strategies addressing major regional health and development issues.
3. Financial Oversight: Manage project budgets and finances.
4. Client Management: Act as the primary contact for clients on assigned projects, working with donors and funders.
5. Leadership: Formulate strategies for clients and oversee multiple projects and teams simultaneously.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 8 years experience in the Public Health advocacy sector.
• Degree in Communication, Journalism, Economics, or Public Health.

Package & Remuneration

To be discussed, with a gross remuneration package upwards of R.

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