Provincial Manager - Indonesia

Management Sciences for Health (MSH) is seeking Provincial Manager USAID BEBAS-TB 5-years activity having the aim of reducing TB incidence and mortality by supporting the Indonesian government to address the critical gaps and challenges of the TB program. This Activity will build on the work of previous USAID activities and current projects to achieve its goal. BEBAS-TB’s support will focus on improving access and utilization to quality and patient centered comprehensive TB services.

There are four (4) positions available to be located in one of the following; North Sumatra, Central Java, East Java, or West Java.

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES

The Provincial Manager is a senior manager and technical lead for the BEBAS-TB Activity for one of the provinces listed above. They represent BEBAS-TB at provincial level and will be responsible for establishing relationships with public and private sector in the assigned province. Work in close coordination with the provincial health office, district health offices, PHCU and other partners in the governmental and non-governmental sector working in TB and related areas. Creates effective coordination of BEBAS-TB activities and supervise the provincial technical teams and district cluster coordinators in the respective province.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead preparation of provincial level annual and budget preparations.
• Actively participate in the provincial TB technical working groups.
• Collaborate and liaise with other USAID funded projects and other partners to harmonize activities.
• Participate in and contribute to program-based operational research activities in the region.
• Coordinate the trainings, external and internal quality assurance of the lab aspect of TB in all health facilities supported by BEBAS-TB Activity.
• Prepare and submit quarterly and annual project progress report to the central office.
• Coordinate all trainings in TB clinical management and laboratory strengthening.
• Provide a leadership role to build the capacity of the BEBAS-TB team in project implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
• Lead baseline/follow up assessments and startup of activities in the province and monitor progress in project implementation using agreed upon M&E plans.
• Undertake other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BSc in health sciences field plus MSc/MPH or MD from a recognized university.
• Previous experience as provincial manager or equivalent experience with USAID or other USG funded project.
• Previous experience with USAID or other USG funded projects is required.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, demonstrated leadership, and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse partners.
• 7+ years of work experience in TB or HIV programs in Indonesia.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
• Ability to work independently as well as in collaboration with colleagues and partners.
• Computer literacy; competency with Microsoft Office, internet, and email systems.
• Willingness to travel frequently (up to 50% time) within the province required.

Note: Applicants are required to indicate to which province they would like to be located: North Sumatra, Central Java, East Java, or West Java.