Remote Program Director - Global Health Initiatives

Placements24; Durban; Ibrido; ZAR 1.969.000 - 2.953.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Home office stipend

Technology support

Generous paid time off

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Program Director for Global Health Initiatives to lead the strategic planning, design, and oversight of health programs worldwide. The role focuses on maternal and child health, infectious disease prevention, and improving access to care in underserved populations.

You will manage budgets, nurture international partnerships, and guide a dispersed team of program managers and technical experts.

Competenze

• Master's degree or higher in Public Health, International Development, Global Health, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience managing complex international health programs, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven ability to secure funding through grant writing and donor relations.
• Exceptional leadership, management, and team-building skills, with experience managing remote teams.

Mansioni

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Global Health Initiatives portfolio.
• Oversee the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of all health programs across diverse geographical regions.
• Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring financial accountability and optimal resource allocation.
• Build and maintain robust relationships with international partners, donors, government agencies, and local communities.
• Lead and mentor a geographically dispersed team of program managers and technical experts.
• Ensure programs are evidence-based, culturally sensitive, and aligned with global health best practices.
• Identify funding opportunities and contribute to proposal development for major grants.
• Represent the organization at international conferences, forums, and stakeholder meetings.
• Promote a culture of learning, innovation, and continuous improvement within the program team.
• Ensure compliance with donor requirements and organizational policies.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Grant writing

Program management

Remote team management

Formazione

Master's degree in Public Health or related field

Strumenti

Project management software

Virtual collaboration tools

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized humanitarian organization with a mission to improve health outcomes in underserved populations, is actively seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Director for its Global Health Initiatives. This role is entirely remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. The Program Director will be responsible for the strategic planning, implementation, and oversight of innovative health programs worldwide, focusing on areas such as maternal and child health, infectious disease prevention, and access to healthcare. The successful candidate will drive programmatic excellence, foster strong partnerships with international NGOs and governmental bodies, and ensure the effective and efficient delivery of life‑saving interventions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Global Health Initiatives portfolio.
• Oversee the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of all health programs across diverse geographical regions.
• Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring financial accountability and optimal resource allocation.
• Build and maintain robust relationships with international partners, donors, government agencies, and local communities.
• Lead and mentor a geographically dispersed team of program managers and technical experts.
• Ensure programs are evidence-based, culturally sensitive, and aligned with global health best practices.
• Identify funding opportunities and contribute to proposal development for major grants.
• Represent the organization at international conferences, forums, and stakeholder meetings.
• Promote a culture of learning, innovation, and continuous improvement within the program team.
• Ensure compliance with donor requirements and organizational policies.

Requirements

• Master's degree or higher in Public Health, International Development, Global Health, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in managing complex international health programs, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated expertise in program design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation in resource-limited settings.
• Proven ability to secure funding through grant writing and donor relations.
• Exceptional leadership, management, and team‑building skills, with experience managing remote teams.
• Strong understanding of global health challenges, including infectious diseases, maternal health, and healthcare systems strengthening.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively across cultures.
• Proficiency in project management software and virtual collaboration tools.
• Experience working with major international donors (e.g., USAID, Global Fund, WHO) is highly desirable.
• Ability to travel internationally as required (estimated 25-30%).

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility.
• Opportunity to lead impactful global health programs that save lives.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Work with a diverse and passionate international team.
• Direct contribution to improving health outcomes for vulnerable populations worldwide.
• Home office stipend and technology support.
• Generous paid time off and sick leave.