Job Code: PROG11016

Job Family: Programs;

Compensation Band: Band MM

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Reports to: PRG HP-HPPM Africa

B Programs

Location: Monrovia

About FHI 360 and AFGHS-FHI 360

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, economic development, youth, research, technology, communication, and social marketing – creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries and all U.S. states and territories.

The America First Global Health Strategy – FHI 360 (AFGHS-FHI 360) project is initially a 13-month project (2026 – 2027) with the ability to be extended for up to five years (though 2031). Funded by the United States (US) Department of State (DOS), AFGHS-FHI 360 is a global fixed amount award (FAA) and operates in approximately 50 countries, addressing key public health challenges such as HIV/AIDS, global health security (GHS), maternal and neonatal child health (MNCH), malaria, tuberculosis (TB), polio, supply chain (SC), and health systems strengthening (HSS). In Liberia, AFGHS-FHI 360 will continue to build on the country’s progress to date to further strengthen the country’s response to HIV/AIDS, GHS, MNCH, and Polio. AFGHS-FHI 360 is recruiting a Project Director located in Monrovia, Liberia. This position is open to Liberia nationals and those residing in Liberia with independent work authorization.

Job Summary:

The AFGHS-FHI 360 Liberia Project Director provides overall leadership, management and strategic direction of the AFGHS-FHI 360 project in Liberia. The Project Director will oversee the implementation of the AFGHS-FHI 360 HIV, GHS, MNCH, and Polio portfolio in country. They will ensure that project goals and objectives are achieved within the prescribed project milestones, time frame and funding parameters. They will serve as the primary point of contact for AFGHS-FHI 360 activities in Liberia. They will provide technical and management leadership to the country project and ensure successful implementation of the work plan to achieve project milestones, monitoring expenditures in line with the approved budget, achievement of the project’s targets and goals, and identification, mitigation and escalation of risk. They will be required to coordinate and work with a diverse group of organizations and stakeholders, such as the Ministry of Health, senior government officials, country health staff, international and national development partner organizations, and the United States Government (USG) donor representatives.

Reporting to the Program Director, Africa B, the Project Director works in close collaboration with the AFGHS-FHI 360 headquarters (HQ) team in planning and directing project implementation, milestone success, and monitoring budget/spending from startup through closeout. Under a matrixed structure, they lead the country project team in the planning of project activities ensuring completion of the project on schedule and within budget constraints.

Accountabilities:

• Direct overall project vision, design, planning, and implementation; ensures that goals and objectives are accomplished within the prescribed time frame and contractual parameters.
• Ensure internal management systems for contracting, recruitment, and delivery; move rapidly to respond to the demands for service delivery on the ground.
• Foster innovation and new ideas for better targeted, and more cost-efficient and effective strategies to reach project beneficiaries and retain them in services, as applicable to scope.
• Develop, manage, and strengthen strategic relationships with government entities, implementing partners, local organizations, and other stakeholders to advance project objectives and foster collaboration.
• Ensure achievement of contractual targets, milestones, and deliverables by leading effective milestone and performance management processes, monitoring progress, mitigating risks, and ensuring activities remain on schedule, within budget, and compliant with donor requirements.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to leverage complementary donor, governmental, and organizational resources through strategic partnerships, collaboration agreements, and aligned programming.
• Provide leadership and management to project staff within a matrixed management structure, ensuring clear priorities, effective teamwork, staff onboarding, performance management, professional development, and accountability for the timely delivery of high-quality project results.
• Work closely with AFGHS-FHI 360 HQ on the development of annual work plans, milestone plans, and budgets for timely submission to and approval by USG to implement those plans.
• Serve as the primary contact to the global AFGHS-FHI 360 HQ project team.
• Serve as the primary liaison with DOS Liberia staff, maintaining strong donor relationships and ensuring effective communication, responsiveness, and coordination between the project team and donor representatives.
• Oversee technical and management reviews to identify and escalate risks, address performance challenges, and highlight accomplishments to ensure the program moves forward in a compliant manner.
• Oversee monitoring and evaluation systems, ensuring that the program is adequately monitored and that evaluative thinking is incorporated appropriately into the program wherever possible.
• Guide technical and organizational capacity building initiatives with local partners and senior staff to ensure delivery of high-quality training, technical assistance, and reports.
• Represent the project in advancing evidence-based and innovative strategies and approaches on a global, regional, and local level.
• Coordinate closely with other FHI 360 project teams in country to ensure a “One FHI 360” approach and avoid duplication of efforts between projects, as applicable.
• Serve as a member of the FHI 360 Liberia Senior Leadership Team and provide input and assistance to the management of the country program, develop country program strategy, business plans, operational plans, and budgets.
• Research sources for potential funding and contribute to proposal development, as requested.
• Responsible for creating, promoting, and maintaining safe and equitable work environments for all personnel, including a harassment- and violence-free work culture, and systems for safeguarding project participants.
• Supports performance management and professional development of direct reports, including ongoing feedback, coaching, and career support.
• Potentially serve as FHI 360’s Country Representative (CR) for the country depending on current country project portfolio.
• Other tasks as appropriate to the position.

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

• Comprehensive knowledge of theories, concepts, and practices in project management, process development, and execution.
• Excellent and demonstrated leadership and project management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong consultative and negotiation skills.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to plan, organize, and manage resources for successful completion of projects.
• Ability to motivate, influence, and collaborate with others.
• Ability to build positive local working relationships with local communities, government officials, and donor representatives.

Problem Solving & Impact:

• Decisions and actions have a significant impact on management and division operations.
• Problems encountered are complex and highly varied.
• Exercises judgment to meet business strategies and develops objectives that align with organizational goals.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree or its International Equivalent • Communication and Social Marketing, Economic Development, Education, Health, Nutrition, Research, Technology and Youth or a Related Fields; Master’s degree preferred
• Project Management (PM) Certification preferred.

Experience:

• Typically requires 10+ years of relevant experience with project management principles and practices (including 5+ years of line management experience).
• Proficient with applicable rules, regulations, and policies associated with international development and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
• Experience in managing large, complex, and high-quality health projects, with demonstrated expertise in at least one of the following technical areas: [HIV/AIDS, MNCH, GHS and Polio]
• Experience in leadership in establishing and maintaining positive working relationships and partnerships with major stakeholders including governments, donor agencies, partners, and community networks in at least one of the four technical areas.
• Experience in overseeing all aspects of international donor-funded projects, with a preference for USG-funded projects, including program and financial management, human resources, compliance, and quality assurance.
• Experience with fixed-price mechanisms (e.g., fixed amount awards, fixed price contracts, etc.)
• Demonstrated strategic planning, staff development, and capacity building experience under a matrixed structure.
• Proactive in managing multiple tasks, managing and working in a virtual work environment, and flexible and open to managing time for working with different teams in different time zones as needed.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, coordination and collaboration, team building and management, and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Experience operating in insecure environments.
• Experience working in a non-governmental organization (NGO).

Typical Physical Demands:

• Typical office environment.
• Ability to spend long hours looking at a computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs.

Technology to be Used:

• Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.

Travel Requirements:

• 10% – 25%

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

FHI 360 is committed to providing a safe environment for all employees, beneficiaries, and anyone contracted by FHI 360. This includes taking measures to protect vulnerable people from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) by either FHI 360 employees or associated personnel. FHI 360 abides by child safeguarding principles. FHI 360’s Safeguarding Policies apply and flow out to all FHI 360 staff, board members, volunteers, and partner staff (subcontractors, consultants, vendors, and subrecipients), regardless of the funding mechanism or amount of contract, agreement, or purchase order.

FHI 360 offers a competitive compensation package and is an equal opportunity employer. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online at Join our team – FHI 360. Please note that only pre-selected candidates will be contacted.

Please use the link below to apply for this position. The deadline for the submission of applications is October 17, 2026.

https://fhi.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en–GB/FHI_360_External_Career_Portal/job/Liberia–ProjectDirector—AFGHS–FHI–360_Requisition–

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