Job Title: Principal Programme Policy and Strategy Officer (AfCDC)
Posting Start Date: 5/29/24
Job Description:
Organization Information
Reports to: Director General of Africa CDC
Directorate/Department/Organ: Office of the Director General
Division: Office of the Director General
Number of Direct Reports:
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Job Grade: P5
Number of Positions: 1
Contract Type: Fixed term
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Purpose of Job
The Principal Programme Policy and Strategy Officer will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction and operational policies of Africa CDC’s programmes. The incumbent will be responsible for providing high-level technical advice, leading policy development and analysis, and ensuring program alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
Main Functions
- Designs and implements policies, programs, and projects to achieve the directorate’s strategic objectives.
- Designs policies, strategies, and programs to contribute to the effective implementation of relevant AU Policy Organs Decisions.
- Ensures the delivery of the division’s annual targets in line with the directorate’s overall goals and ensures robust and timely monitoring and reporting.
- Engages stakeholders within Members States and Regional Economic Communities (RECs)/Regional Mechanisms (RMs) and relevant international organisations in designing and implementing strategies.
- Maintains thematic partnerships in support of the mandate of the Division.
- Maintains regular working relations with senior stakeholders in Member States and partner institutions in the execution of the Division’s mandate.
- Represents the organisation and communicates its position at conferences.
- Contributes to the preparation of periodic financial and budget execution reports and monitor budget execution at division level.
- Ensures the effective management of funds contributed to the organization.
- Manages risk within the division and recommends mitigation strategies .
- Contributes to the development of the departmental business continuity plan and ensures implementation at division level.
- Maintains a positive work environment that facilitates collaboration and information sharing and is conducive to attracting, retaining, and motivating diverse talent.
Specific Responsibilities
- Develop and revise program policies and strategies aligned with Africa CDC’s strategic plan and international best practices.
- Lead and coordinate the development of detailed program implementation plans, budgets, and monitoring frameworks.
- Advise senior management on program feasibility, sustainability, and potential impact.
- Conduct research and analyses to inform evidence-based policy and programmatic decisions.
- Oversee the development and implementation of program monitoring and evaluation systems.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with regional and international partners, collaborating on joint program initiatives.
- Represent the Africa CDC at international meetings, forums and events related to programs, policies and strategy related to the objectives of the Africa CDC.
- Conduct in-depth analysis of public health needs and priorities across Africa, identifying new and emerging challenges.
- Represent Africa CDC in meetings and forums related to program policy and strategy.
Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience
- Master’s degree in public health, International Relations, Public Policy or a related field.
- Minimum of 12 years of relevant work experience in public health program development, implementation, and policy analysis of which 7 and 5 should be at managerial and supervisory roles respectively.
- Demonstrated expertise in conducting needs assessments, policy research, and program evaluation.
- Professional Certification in Programme Management is an added advantage.
- Leading the development and implementation of a national immunization program in Africa CDC for African countries.
- Conducting policy analysis on a specific public health issue across multiple African countries.
- Managing a regional program on disease surveillance and outbreak response.
- Collaborating with development partners to secure funding for a public health program.
- Representing an Africa CDC in international forums on public health policy.
Required Skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Leadership Competencies
Strategic Insight
Change Management
Managing Risk:
Core Competencies
Building Partnership:
Accountable and Complies with Rules
..Learning Orientation
Communicating with Influence ….
Functional Competencies
Conceptual thinking:
Job Knowledge and information sharing:
Drive for result:
Continuous Improvement Orientation