FHI 360 is seeking a qualified candidate who will serve as the Principal Investigator for a potential US CDC-funded work that seeks to reduce tuberculosis (TB) burden and mortality in countries and settings with high TB burden in Southeast Asia by strengthening the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of TB through the adoption and expansion of innovative approaches. Activities will focus on: (1) Expanding early TB diagnosis by implementing active case finding using advanced and innovative screening methods and scale-up of novel TB diagnostic approaches, (2) Advancing TB prevention interventions including expansion of TB preventive treatment to at risk populations, conducting readiness assessments and introduction of new TB vaccines, and increasing infection prevention and control capacity and support. (3) Improving TB and drug-resistant TB treatment outcomes for all individuals affected by TB by implementation of novel and shorter TB treatment regimens.
Job Summary:
If the prospective project is awarded to FHI 360, the Principal Investigator (PI) will lead and direct the development and implementation process for the project involving departmental and cross-functional teams focused on the delivery of a potential regional US CDC funded TB activity. They are responsible for achieving the project’s vision and strategy, directing the project technical, strategic information, and program management directors, and managing critical relationships with the donor, national and international partners, and other key stakeholders. The PI has overall programmatic and fiscal responsibility for the project, including ensuring successful implementation of the work plan and achievement of targets and goals, effectively communicating accomplishments, making financial reports, and ensuring compliance with all US government policies and relevant regulations. They will monitor the project from initiation through delivery and ensure that the completion of project activities is on schedule and within approved budget. They will select, develop, and evaluate personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the project. The preferred candidate will have strong TB technical experience as well as program leadership experience.
**This position is contingent upon successful award.
Accountabilities:
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.
Plans, directs, and coordinates activities to ensure that goals and objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters.
Reviews project proposals and plans to determine scheduling, budget, procedures, staffing, and allotment of resources needed for projects.