Lead the implementation and monitoring of the USAID/PMI ZAPIM II Activity. Oversee a management team in the main project office, as well as key teams across other regions in Zimbabwe. Lead internal and external program planning, communication, and reporting with sub-partners. Build relationships and capacity among partners. Provide overall oversight of the project and maintain effective and regular communication with donors, implementing partners, and Zimbabwe government entities. Serve as the focal point for engaging in dialogue with the Government of Zimbabwe at both the central and decentralized levels, in conjunction with donors on key issues relevant to the USAID/PMI ZAPIM II Activity. Serve as the main point of contact/representative for the project to USAID/PMI. Ensure the effective use and coordination of USAID/PMI resources and the compliance of the financial systems and controls with USAID/PMI standards. Ensure high-quality periodic reporting in line with USAID/PMI requirements. What are we looking for? The candidate we hire will embody PSI’s corporate values: Collaboration : You can work independently, but thrive within a team. Trust: You trust that your manager and team will have your back and care deeply about gaining that same trust from your teammates Pragmatism: You dive in and maintain momentum even when things are ambiguous and you don’t let perfect get in the way of good enough. Honesty: You aren’t afraid to speak up and speak your mind. Measurement: You set clear and challenging goals and hold yourself accountable to driving measurable results. Commitment: You’re independent and a free thinker, but you’re ready to buy in to the direction of the team and commit to its success. The basics Master’s degree or higher in Public Health, Business Administration, International Development or a related field; At least 10 years of progressively increased experience managing public health programs (preferably malaria) in sub-Saharan Africa or other resource-limited settings, including Zimbabwe; Experience leading malaria prevention, treatment and control, preferably in Zimbabwe or an elimination setting; Proven leadership experience galvanizing government support and buy-in and working collaboratively with high-level stakeholders; A minimum of 5 years experience demonstrating management and supervisory capabilities in leading large teams and projects of similar scope, including financial and human resource management skills; Recognized expertise in malaria prevention and treatment at community and facility levels; Working knowledge of and experience with USG funded activity management, policies and procedures; Familiarity with the Zimbabwean MoHCC and National Malaria Control Program strategies, priorities, and approaches a plus. References will be required. The successful candidate will be required to pass a background check. What would get us excited? The successful candidate will be a creative, innovative, and strategic thinker, and will have: excellent communication, analytical, organizational, interpersonal and cross-cultural skills; and proven ability to produce results. Demonstrated skills in effectively negotiating with host governments, donors, other USAID projects, international and local organizations, and partners. Experience in building institutional, local technical, management, and leadership capacity. Ability to successfully recruit, train, develop, and manage staff. Ability to manage all donor-required programmatic and financial reporting requirements, including sub-grant management. Ability to perform internal control functions to manage day-to-day operations of the project. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written. Excellent management skills.