Project Director for AFGHS-FHI 360 in Uganda

About the role

The AFGHS-FHI 360 Uganda Project Director provides overall leadership, management and strategic direction for the AFGHS-FHI 360 project in Uganda, overseeing the HIV and Global Health Security portfolio.

Key responsibilities

• Direct overall project vision, design, planning and implementation to meet goals within contractual timelines.
• Develop and manage strategic relationships with government entities, implementing partners and donors.
• Lead the country project team, ensuring clear priorities, effective teamwork and professional development.
• Coordinate with FHI 360 headquarters on work plans, budgets and milestone reporting.
• Oversee monitoring, evaluation, risk management and compliance with donor requirements.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in project management for health programs, preferably in HIV, GHS or related fields.
• Strong consultative, negotiation and communication skills with senior government and donor officials.
• Proven ability to motivate teams, manage budgets and deliver results in complex environments.

Required skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of project management theories, concepts and practices.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving for resource planning and risk mitigation.