Position: Program Director - Healthcare Financing
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Organization: Results for Development (R4D)
Contract: Full-time Exempt / On-site
About R4D:
Results for Development (R4D) is a leading global non-profit organization that collaborates with change-makers, including government officials, civil society leaders, and social innovators, to build robust systems for health, education, and nutrition. Their mission is to foster lasting development by supporting sustainable, impactful solutions and sharing knowledge to drive results worldwide.
Position Summary:
R4D is seeking a Program Director with a strong background in healthcare financing to lead its projects in Tanzania. Reporting directly to the Executive Vice President (EVP) and the Senior Health Financing Director, the Program Director will play a pivotal role in advancing health financing efforts, managing health economics activities, and supporting strategic partnerships in Tanzania.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership (60%):
- Provide direction and leadership in the design and execution of health financing activities.
- Lead health economics analysis in areas like resource mapping, public financial management, strategic purchasing, and provider payment models.
- Supervise direct and indirect reports, providing guidance and mentoring.
- Oversee project work plans, budgets, and ensure high-quality deliverables.
External Relations and Stakeholder Management (25%):
- Act as a liaison between R4D and health financing stakeholders in Tanzania, including government bodies.
- Foster collaboration opportunities across R4D offices in other regions and countries.
- Lead business development efforts and cultivate partnerships for health financing initiatives.
Monitoring, Learning, and Evaluation (15%):
- Develop learning products, including knowledge-sharing events and reports.
- Monitor project performance and document results at local, regional, and global levels.
- Adapt and enhance analytical tools to achieve project objectives.
Qualifications:
- MSc in health economics, health financing, public health, or a related field (PhD preferred).
- 10 years of professional experience, with at least 8 years in global health.
- Proven expertise in health financing, including policy development, fiscal space analysis, and cost-effectiveness.
- Experience in managing large teams and working with Tanzanian stakeholders.
- Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Why Join R4D?
This position offers an excellent opportunity to lead and shape healthcare financing projects in Tanzania while working with a diverse, passionate team dedicated to improving health systems globally. R4D fosters a collaborative, inclusive, and dynamic work culture, offering competitive salaries and benefits.
If you are passionate about driving sustainable healthcare improvements, this is your chance to make an impact!
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