FHI is a global health and development organization whose science-based programs bring lasting change to the world\u2019s most vulnerable people. Our approach is rigorous and evidence-driven. Among our worldwide staff of 2,500 are leading physicians, scientists, and technical experts in health, development, and management.<\/p>\n
Our work is global in scale yet country-focused, with international offices staffed by local professionals. Since 1971, we have worked with 1,400 partners in 125 countries, forging strong relationships with governments, diverse organizations, the private sector and communities.<\/p>\n
By applying science to programs, FHI is helping countries make measurable progress against disease, poverty, and inequity\u2014improving lives for millions.<\/p>\n
We seek qualified candidates for the position of Business Development Advisor based in Nairobi, Kenya.<\/p>\n
As a part of the FHI\u2019s Business Planning and Strategy (BPS)department, the Business Development Advisor will work with FHI headquarters and Country Offices to lead and support a wide range of business planning and development activities.<\/p>\n
S\/he will contribute to the leadership and support of business planning activities in a way that complements and adds strategic value to teams in FHI\u2019s headquarters, other technical staff in the Africa Regional Technical Hub and Country Offices in order to maximize FHI\u2019s global business development presence and expertise in the region.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Work closely with the BPS team and others in the US to provide a range of business planning and business development leadership and support to the Africa region;
\n\u2022 Contribute to BPS strategic plans, work plans and budget processes;
\n\u2022 Lead or assist in analyses of the funding landscape, funding trends, and other new business opportunities;
\n\u2022 Support several countries to develop, maintain and implement business and\/or country plans, including acting as the business planning point person, in collaboration with other support teams;
\n\u2022 Facilitate workshops with multiple staff, partners and consultants in regards to strategic and business planning, project design and other areas as required;
\n\u2022 Gather, analyze and disseminate business development intelligence from the region, including intelligence for countries where FHI currently operates as well as prospective countries where there is no FHI presence;
\n\u2022 Provide detailed and strategic analysis and recommendations regarding regional and country-specific procurements;
\n\u2022 Assist with partnership strategies for specific country procurements and regional opportunities, draft partners scopes of work and roles, liaise with partner organizations as instructed by the Proposal Development Director;
\n\u2022 Initiate outreach, establish and maintain relationships with key funders in the Africa region, including non-presence countries that may be designated for future business development;
\n\u2022 Perform other business development duties as required.<\/p>\n
\u2022 BS\/BA in public health, journalism, international relations or related field and 7-9 years of relevant experience in proposal development, program design and other related work; or MPH\/MSPH\/MS\/MA in public health, international relations or related field and 5-7 years of experience in proposal development, program design and other related work.
\n\u2022 Fluency in English and French languages required.
\n\u2022 Thorough knowledge of and experience with public health needs challenges in Sub-Saharan Africa.<\/p>\n
How to apply
\nFHI has a competitive compensation package.
\nInterested candidates may register online through FHI’s Career Center at www.fhi.org\/careercenter.
\nPlease submit CV\/resume and cover letter including salary requirements.<\/p>\n
Please specify source in your application.
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