The Africa Constituency Bureau for the Global Fund
The Global Fund to fight HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (GFATM) has two constituencies representing Africa namely the Eastern and Southern African (ESA) and West and Central Africa (WCA) constituencies. The two constituencies initiated governance reforms in 2012 with a twofold intent: to ensure that constituency priorities are reflected in Global Fund strategy and operational plans; and to strengthen the presence, voice and contributions of the constituencies, through their delegations, in all Global Fund processes. The constituencies adopted a new governance framework that amongst other things introduce the concept of establishing a joint ESA and WCA Bureau to support the Board members, alternates, committee members and delegates representing countries from these two constituencies. The Constituencies comprise a total of 47 countries.
The ACB, headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, ensures effective participation of Africa Constituencies in ESA and WCA in Global Fund Board processes. The Bureau supports more effective engagement, representation and participation of the Africa constituencies in Global Fund processes as well as enhancing the capacity of the Africa constituencies to shape Global Fund policies and processes.
REPORTING TO: Executive Director
ROLE SUMMARY:
The Policy Analyst, supports the ED in providing leadership and strategic guidance on how Africa can maximize the impact of Global Fund support to end the three epidemics – HIV, TB and Malaria. Under the oversight of the ED, s/he is expected to take the lead on specific policy-related and technical areas within the 3-diseases portfolio. S/he will contribute towards the development of policy and guidance within the ACB, as well as at global level through regular interaction with the relevant technical agencies and regional partners.
S/he works directly with Communication Focal Points (CFPs), Advisory Committees and the Board in providing technical advice to inform strategic positioning: i) in response to epidemiological trends of the 3 diseases in Africa; ii) respond to needs and challenges from Africa Constituencies, and; iii) critical strategic and governance issues emerging from Global Fund Secretariat and from the global health community. S/he supports the ED in the provision of expert guidance on the 3 diseases within the Global Fund support, keeping Constituencies updated on the best scientific evidence and best program practices in HIV, TB and Malaria prevention, treatment, care and support.
S/he will represent the ACB in technical fora, liaising closely with key partners to maximize the Global Fund’s contribution to the fight against HIV, TB and malaria in Africa, working closely with CFPs and respective Constituencies and the Board on the design of strategies to strengthen technical partnerships at global, regional and country level, specifically around policy and governance issues that are strategic to Africa.
This is a full-time position based in Addis Ababa.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform the following duties under the supervision of the Executive Director:
Terms of Appointment
This is a full-time position with the successful candidate being contracted on a two-year basis renewable based on performance and availability of funding. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The benefits for this position are attractive and commensurate with international recruitment packages
Essential: An advanced university degree in health policy, public policy, public health, epidemiology, or infectious diseases.
Desirable: Social Sciences or medical degree with specialized post-graduate qualification in health policy or public policy.
EXPERIENCE:
Essential:
Desirable:Knowledge of Global Fund and its policies, processes and its governance structure
A good publications record demonstrating the ability to analyze datasets and complex public health interventions
COMPETENCIES:
Languages: Excellent written and spoken English and preferably a good working knowledge of French. Knowledge of other languages would be an asset. | Technical Competencies: · Excellent analytical and evaluation skills. · Comfortable and capable public speaker. · Skilled at writing and editing technical documents. · High proficiency in Word, PowerPoint and Excel. · Good networking and interpersonal skills · Strong facilitation skills and ability to lead meetings and workshops with diverse stakeholders. |
Leadership Competencies: Managing Vision and Purpose, Strategic Agility, Dealing with Ambiguity, Drive for Results, Timely Decision Making, Motivating Others, Interpersonal Diplomacy and Innovativeness. | Core Competencies: Personal Effectiveness, Self-Driven, Working with Others, Core Expertise, Project Management and People Leadership. |