Deputy Bureau Chief & Director of Operations

AIDS Healthcare Foundation is a global not for profit organization that provides cutting-edge medicine and advocacy to more than 300,000 patients in 33 countries and is headquartered out of Los Angeles, California. USA.

Since 1987, AHF has cared for thousands of people living with HIV and AIDS worldwide. We create and implement unparalleled programs in new communities globally, we expand delivery of healthcare and influence over policy with the sole aim of saving more lives. AHF global programs require the expertise of individuals to support delivery of quality services in clinics across its medical programs in Latin America, Africa, Asia and Europe. AHF is located at the AHF Plaza Plot 123 Parklands Avenue Nairobi- Kenya.
AHF Global Management Programs seek to recruit dynamic, self driven and innovative professionals to fill the following position:

Reports to: The Bureau Chief, Africa
Location: Nairobi - Kenya
 
Position Summary
The Deputy Bureau Chief & Director of Operations is required to be mission-focused, strategic, inspirational and a process-minded leader with experience in scaling up operations and programs of the organization. Have the skills, sensitivity and style in to enhancing a performance culture and talent optimization among a diverse, talented and dedicated individuals across the region. He/She must be a leader who is able to help deliver measurable, cost-effective results that make the vision of the organisation a reality.
Reporting to the Bureau Chief, the Deputy Bureau Chief/ Director of Operations (DBC/DOO) will have both internal and external responsibilities, ranging from client and project management including business development, framing of key approaches; to administration (information technology, reporting, facilities management ), and human capital (HR/recruiting, mentoring, career progression). The DBC & DOO will partner closely with the Bureau Chief to chart the future growth of the organization’s services within the Bureau.
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Leadership

 Provide effective and inspiring leadership by being actively involved in all programs and services, developing a broad and deep knowledge of all programs.
 Identify opportunities for AHF to leverage cross-program strengths to take advantage of new opportunities and/or to address organizational challenges.
 Lead, coach, develop, and retain high-performance of Bureau staff with an emphasis on developing capacity in strategic analysis, planning and budgeting.
 Prepare and submit an annual operational budget, manage effectively within this budget, and report accurately on progress made and challenges encountered.
 Ensure the continued financial viability of the bureaus operational programs through sound fiscal management.
 Partner with the ABC in essential internal leadership activities (HR, Administration, and Organizational planning).
 Ensure that all programmatic partners contracts and MoUs are up to date
Human Resources, Finance and Technology
 Analyze the current technology infrastructure and scope, plan for and provide guidance on technologies that support the growth of specific program areas and the organization overall
 Participate in proposal preparation and granting writing
 Share in knowledge dissemination, reporting, and communications. Deputy Bureau Chief & Director of Operations
 
External Relationship Development
 Manage and cultivate existing relationships with funders and partners to secure and expand revenue streams.
 Publicly represent AHF with the media and external constituency groups including community, governmental, and private organizations

Qualifications, Experience and Skills
As a prerequisite, the DBC & DOO must believe in the core values and management philosophy of AHF and be driven by the mission of the organisation. The candidate will demonstrate a passion for breaking new ground to lead change; have proven experience in scaling a multi-site organization and demonstrated ability to lead and build the capabilities of diverse talent team. The DBC & DOO must have management experience with a not for-profit or similar organizations and experience in managing a “values-driven” organization.

Specific requirements include:
 10+ distinguished years in a senior management position in a non for profit organization, civil society or similar organisation
 Advanced degree or MBA degree from a recognised university
 Track record delivering exceptional results and exceeding goals; commanding respect, and assuming leadership roles; evidence of the ability to consistently make good decisions through analysis, wisdom, experience and judgment
 High level of business acumen; must have strategic vision and agility-ability to think strategically
 Ability to effectively build organization and staff capacity
 Action oriented - enjoys working hard, looks for challenges; confidence to take charge of a situation; and manage overcome resistance to leadership
 General Management - thorough understanding of finance, systems, and HR;
 Proven ability to work with efficiency, flexibility, and good humor
 Operates with excellence in mind in all matters, and remain focused in the face of pressure
 Outstanding oral and written communication and interpersonal skills are essential
 Passionate about AHF’s non-profit’s mission and impact
 Self-starter and be self-disciplined with ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in organizational settings
 Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint
 Sensitivity to issues surrounding HIV and AIDS
 Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to provide coverage at other AHF sites.

To Apply: Qualified candidates who are highly motivated, have experience and eager to commit to AHF’s mission are invited to submit their application to include cover letter of interest, detailed CV, certified copies of academic qualifications, one example of written work proving publication track-record not later than 5:00pm March 12th 2015 to:

The Regional Human Resource Manager, AIDS HealthCare Foundation Africa Bureau Office, Plot 123 3rd Parklands Avenue, Nairobi - Kenya or through email clearly marking position on the subject line to: globalhr.africa@aidshealth.org
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
AFH is an equal opportunities employer.

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