Director - Public Health as per advert

GEOTECH; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

GEOTECH is seeking a Director in Public Health to join our South Africa team. The role requires senior leadership experience and a track record in advocacy, communication, and strategic development for health programs with NGOs, governments, foundations, and academic partners.

As Director, you will lead complex communication and advocacy strategies, manage multiple projects and finances, and serve as the primary liaison for donors and clients.

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience in Public Health advocacy or related field.
• Degree in Communication, Journalism, Economics, or Public Health.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic communication and advocacy for regional health projects.
• Oversee budgets and finances across multiple projects.
• Serve as primary contact for donors, partners and NGOs.
• Develop and implement client strategies and manage teams.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Client Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Economics, or Public Health

Job description

Director - Public Health

Our International client within the Public Health space is seeking a Director to join their SA team. This individual will need to have had experience at this level or have been in a role such as Senior Manager.

Our client's focus is communication, advocacy, research, and strategy. The areas of partnerships include NGOs, Governments, Foundations, and Academic Institutions, with a focus on product development partnerships within Public Health, Climate Change, and the Developmental space.

Duties & Responsibilities

Areas of focus

Communication: Strong writing skills are essential, including writing for projects and programs, as well as preparing for press/media releases.

Project Management: Developing and executing communication and advocacy strategies for clients and partners, focused on major regional health and development challenges. Overseeing project finances and developing budgets.

Client Management: Serving as the main contact person for various clients on assigned projects and working with donors and funders.

As a Director within our client's organization, you will be involved in various areas, from forming strategies for clients to managing several projects and people simultaneously.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Required

No less than 8 years of experience required within the Public Health advocacy space.

Qualification

Degree in Communication, Journalism, Economics, or Public Health.

Package & Remuneration

To be discussed, R900 ctc upwards.