Program Officer at The Fred Hollows Foundation: (Deadline 27 March 2024)

Career Opportunities: Program Officer (1924)

Do you want to do work that really matters? Help us end avoidable blindness

Full time, Fixed Term Role based in Kigali, Rwanda (Flexible work arrangements available)

Closing Date: 27th March 2024  

ABOUT THE FRED HOLLOWS FOUNDATION 

The Fred Hollows Foundation is an international development organisation working to prevent blindness and restore sight. This year marks The Foundation’s 30th anniversary of carrying on the legacy of Professor Fred Hollows, who believed every person had the right to quality eye care, no matter where they live. The Foundation is known around the world as an organisation that works with purpose and determination. With a reputation for excellence, we are well known for making change happen.

The Foundation has grown to work in more than 25+ countries throughout Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and the Pacific, as well as Australia. The Foundation has restored sight to more than 3 million people worldwide. We have an ambitious five-year strategic plan that aims to take us even closer to realising our vision of a world in which no person is needlessly blind, or vision impaired and Indigenous Australians exercise their right to sight and good health.

We are also proud to announce we were awarded the Employer of Choice Award (Public Sector and NFP) at the 2022 Australian HR Awards. The Foundation is also endorsed and in partnership with The Life You Can Save.

To find out more about our work, please visit our website https://www.hollows.org

ABOUT YOU 

You have strong communication skills, both written and spoken in English, with the ability to adapt your writing style for various purposes and audiences. Your conceptual and analytical abilities are crucial for developing new initiatives and addressing critical issues. You have excellent interpersonal skills to manage relationships effectively through collaboration, communication, and negotiation. Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office is required, and financial management skills, including budget development and reporting, are essential. Superior problem-solving and presentation skills are necessary for tackling challenges and communicating technical information.

Youe xcel in prioritizing tasks and managing deadlines, demonstrating outstanding organizational and time management abilities. Integrity, ethics, and confidentiality are key to this role. Being a team player and result-oriented individual is crucial, as well as your support in skills development and training initiatives. You possess resilience, interpersonal flexibility, and thrive in evolving contexts. You have independence, initiative, and the ability to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders. Additionally, demonstrated effectiveness in cross-cultural and mixed language environments is essential.

THE OPPORTUNITY  

The Program Officer is accountable for coordination and implementation of various approved program activities, working with partners in Rwanda to ensure timely and efficient high-quality deliverables in line with agreed program guidelines and objectives, the strategic planning, design, and operational delivery of Programs division that are aligned to The Foundation’s strategic framework.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Support the implementation of all FHFR projects, with particular attention to the Eye Health Systems Strengthening, and Performance-Based Financing Projects in accordance with agreed implementation plans, work plans and annual budgets.
• Support the Program Manager in ensuring that program activities are timely planned, implemented, monitored and reported through submission of timely quality quarterly plans and reports.
• Advise on any developments that might necessitate deviation from planned activities and ensure that the Program Manager and relevant team members are made aware of relevant meetings, forums, etc.
• Ensure the availability of timely and accurate data required for quarterly and annual reflections.
• Support Partner capacity self-reviews, identify and build partners’ capacity, and support partners with necessary guidance and tools to develop capacity building plan.
• Work with the Program Manager, and CSN staff (PD, M&E Advisor, and Policy & Advocacy Advisor) to strengthen the quality and health systems initiatives.
• Support Partners prepare proposals, and financials, plan and monitor monthly/quarterly expenditures against budgets, and ensure submission of timely accurate monthly and quarterly financial returns; and utilization of project assets and resources as per The Fred Hollows Foundation’s policy.
• Support the Program Manager in organizing and monitoring joint engagements with the Central level, District Health Teams, Health facilities, CBOs, and other partners.
• Support communication and fundraising initiatives through identification and sharing of compelling beneficiary stories and case studies while ensuring branding as per The Foundation and donor guidelines.
• Enhance visibility of the Foundation work by sharing information, photos, and videos through available channels for learning and reflection.
• Other tasks as requested by the supervisor.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED 

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field (Social sciences/Public health/Community Development).
• Minimum of 3 years working experience with reputable NGOs
• Demonstrable knowledge of Rwanda national health systems and policy development.
• Knowledge of project design, proposal writing, project management, budget development and monitoring
• Experience in community-based health programming
• Experience in working with Community Based Organizations
• Previous hands-on experience in project implementation and working with partners
• Support and coordination of successful health projects and development of effective & efficient implementation systems.
• Proven ability to influence and work with partners/stakeholders.

How to apply and who to contact

Applications can be made by clicking apply, completing the online application form and attaching an up to date resume and letter of application.

To learn more about this position and life at The Fred Hollows Foundation please visit our Careers page

Alternatively, If you would like to chat further with one of our Talent Acquisition Team member please email us at e[email protected]

Applications Close: 27th March 2024

To be eligible to apply for this position you must have the appropriate right to work in the country where the job is located.

The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to protecting the rights of children in all areas where we work.  Applicants are advised that The Foundation reserves the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment.