RTI International is an international, independent not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the human condition by turning knowledge into practice. With a worldwide staff of more than 4,000 people, RTI offers innovative research and development and a full spectrum of multidisciplinary services that meet the highest standards of professional performance.
RTI International is seeking a qualifiedHealth Systems Strengthening (HSS) Advisor for the International Development Group’s (IDG’s) Global Health Division (GHD) to be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. GHD currently has a staff of over 400 and works in over 25 countries. GHD implements broad-based programs in infectious diseases --specifically NTDs, HIV, and Malaria; Integrated Health; and Health Systems Strengthening.
Position Summary:
The HSS Advisor will support the Ethiopia country program of the Act to End Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) | East program that was awarded in 2018 will continue until 2023. The list of program countries includes Bangladesh, DR Congo, Ethiopia, Haiti, Indonesia, Laos, Mozambique, Nepal, Nigeria, Philippines, Tanzania, and Uganda. The HSS Advisor will report to the country chief of party (COP) in Addis Ababa, with functional reporting to the HSS Lead in Washington, DC. The position requires in-country and international travel.
Health Systems Strengthening Advisor Responsibilities
Required Education & Experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities