Director for Operations - Zambia

Job Description

• Coordinate and ensure timely provision of administrative and financial support and operation of Project logistics.
• Supervise the administration of the Project’s inventory.
• Oversee public communication of Project.
• Coordinate work program execution, including effective administrative and logistical support of field activities.
• Supervise and ensure compliance with recruitment and personnel management procedures.
• Provide overall support.

• Advanced degree in Business Administration, Project Management or related field
• 5-7 years’ experience working in a business environment with demonstrated operational experience and high level of responsibility and integrity
• Knowledge and/or experience with public health programs in developing countries is desirable
• Proven track record successfully supervising several staff
• Demonstrated ability to work in teams
• Ability to multi-task in a high-paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, particularly as related to report development
• Willingness to travel in-country
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, with excellent MS Word and Excel skills

About the Organization

Established in 1965, URC offers a range of technical assistance to strengthen health and social systems and service quality by empowering communities and health workers to identify and scale up locally appropriate solutions to critical problems. URC focuses on finding ways to deliver proven approaches to health care problems, applying quality improvement (QI) methods and conducting operations research to tailor those approaches to various settings. Recognizing implementation barriers unique to each setting, we train local managers and service providers to strengthen health systems, integrate system elements, and bring improvements to scale.

To Apply:

For immediate consideration, please visit URC’s Career Opportunities page at www.urc-chs.com/careers.

You must upload your CV/Résumé and your Cover Letter where indicated. Also, please complete your application form and attach a completed USAID Form 1420 Contractor Employee Biographical Data Sheet as well.

Due to the large number of inquiries we receive, only candidates who have met the required experience & qualifications for this position will be contacted. No phone calls please. However, since we are active around the world in the field of public health, we may wish to retain your CV in our database for other/future opportunities, unless you direct us otherwise. Thank you very much for your interest.

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URC is an E-Verify Employer

URC is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

We value and seek diversity in our workforce.