HAProgram Operations Associate
The Health Systems Strengthening Accelerator is a collaborative initiative funded by USAID and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, aimed at enhancing healthcare systems globally.
Health Systems Strengthening Accelerator 
United States only
Employee count: 51-200
Salary: 49k-55k USD
United States onlyWe have a unique and vibrant culture at R4D. Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the heart of our work environment and help advance our mission. Diversity—of ideas, identities, perspectives and backgrounds—is vital to who we are and what we do. We seek people who embrace these values and will help reinforce them. Our work culture is collaborative, creative and entrepreneurial. We operate based on trust and respect. Teams across the organization frequently collaborate on programmatic work and support each other in continuously building a better R4D.
Position title: Program Operations Associate (PA) Location: This position is based in the United States and must be willing to work East Coast hours. This position will report to the Senior Program Operations Officer. Practice/Department: Global Program Operations/Linked Immunisation Action NetworkThe Program Operations function at R4D is focused on ensuring continuity, compliance, efficiency, and effectiveness across all stages of the award lifecycle. Program Operations supports high quality design, new business capture, start-up, implementation, and closeout of individual programs in furtherance of R4D mission and strategy through effective deployment of financial and human resources as well as robust, standardized strategic/logistical/operational support. Program Operations also supports strong, consistent, efficient, and effective organizational systems and processes that enable high-quality project implementation and portfolio management.
The Linked Immunisation Action Network brings together immunisation practitioners, policymakers, and partners from middle-income countries to identify common immunisation programme challenges and the transformative solutions that will lead to greater resilience, equity, and sustainability. Through collaborative peer-to-peer learning, the network engages member countries to:· Understand top immunisation programme challenges, including barriers and threats to maintaining high and equitable immunisation coverage and sustainably introducing new vaccines· Facilitate peer-to-peer knowledge sharing to elevate tested solutions and best practices for strengthening immunisation programming· Support the implementation of solutions and best practices—working with and through local partners—to address immunisation programme challenges· Strengthen skills and capacities within immunisation programmes· Capture and disseminate implementation experiences to ensure learning is shared and sustainableThe network employs cross-country, peer-to-peer learning to complement technical assistance, research, and other support from partners. Collaborative learning among peers:· Creates space to analyze root causes of implementation challenges· Generates practical solutions and best practices that can be shared and applied· Increases ownership of implemented solutions and best practices· Facilitates opportunities for partners to be responsive to country prioritiesFunded by Gavi, the Linked Immunisation Action Network represents an integral component of Gavi’s strategic approach to engaging with middle-income countries with the goal of preventing reductions in vaccine coverage and driving the sustainable introduction of key missing vaccines.
Position Summary & Responsibilities: The Program Operations Associate will support the Linked Immunisation Action Network working with colleagues across R4D’s Global Program Operations team and the technical project team to provide foundational operational and network support. Responsibilities of the PA will encompass administrative, project management, research, and communication tasks. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Operations Support (70%)· Participates fully as a member of R4D by contributing, assisting and participating in projects, activities, and initiatives as requested by R4D management· Organize meetings and events, some of which may take place outside of the US, including arranging for the meeting venue, video and audio equipment, and interpretation services as needed· Support travel planning including flight bookings, accommodation arrangements, and account reconciliations for team members, consultants, and sponsored travelers· Facilitate development and execution of consultant, vendor, and subaward contracts · Process consultant and subaward invoices · Support the tracking of project budgets and expenditures· Prepare relevant project management reports· Contribute to the development of administrative policies and procedures to ensure efficient and effective project implementation· Support business development efforts in collaboration with proposal team members to mobilize resources to finance new opportunities· Support project teams to manage human resources, financial resources, and foster operational excellence more broadly· Provide support to solve operational challenges as they arise· Other duties, as necessary
Network-wide / Technical Support (30%)· Monitor project workplans and deliverable deadlines · Produce and/or edit a variety of documents including briefing materials, meeting notes, presentation slides and reports for both internal and external audiences· Serve as project focal point for the Linked Steering Committee· Support project monitoring, learning, and evaluation activities, including data collection and analysis· Generalized support to technical activities, as necessaryQualifications:Minimum · 1-2 years of experience in administrative or program support roles or equivalent combination of education and experience· Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field· High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)· High level of organization, attention to detail, professionalism, and reliability· Ability to prioritize and manage work in a fast-paced environment and within tight deadlines· Excellent oral and verbal communication skills, including demonstrated ability to write clear and concise emails, meeting summaries, and project reports· Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team· Enthusiasm, energy, and good judgement · Fluency in oral and written English
Preferred · Experience working in a non-profit or international development environment· Familiarity with project management tools and processes· Experience in routine administrative and project management functions· Experience reviewing and developing budgets· Ability to coordinate and synthesize inputs and requests from multiple stakeholders· Additional language skills a plus
$49,000 – $55,000 a yearThe target base salary pay range for this US-based position is $49,000 – $55,000 per year. R4D aims to provide an equitable and consistent starting salary for all new hires based on the responsibilities and qualifications required for the position. The full salary range allows for future career and earnings growth, and hiring above the mid-point of a salary range would not be typical for a new employee.
Base salary is only one component of our total rewards package. R4D offers a generous benefits package that includes a 401K plan with up to 9% employer contribution, medical, dental and vision insurance, 25 paid vacation days, 15 days of paid sick leave, 10 paid US holidays, paid parental leave, flexible spending accounts, company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, commuter benefits, free access to an onsite gym, free headspace membership, an employee assistance program and a flexible work environment. Please visit our R4D Careers page for more details. Results for Development is an EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fosteringand nurturing an energetic, collaborative and diverse workforce. R4D provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits.
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The Health Systems Strengthening Accelerator is a collaborative initiative funded by USAID and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, aimed at enhancing healthcare systems globally. This five-year project focuses on ensuring that local institutions and organizations possess the necessary capabilities and knowledge to independently develop effective and sustainable health interventions. The Accelerator's mission centers on fostering self-reliance in countries by enhancing their health systems through tailored strategies and capacity building.
With a focus on countries like Ghana, Ethiopia, and Guinea, the Accelerator has been instrumental in various health initiatives, such as improving immunization programs and integrating rehabilitation services into health systems. Their approach encourages co-creation, where local leaders are empowered to address specific health needs within their communities. Through extensive research, policy briefs, and collaborative learning, the Accelerator drives innovation and encourages governments to adopt sustainable health strategies that align with Universal Health Coverage (UHC) goals. By partnering with stakeholders at all levels, the Accelerator enhances the capacity of health systems to deliver quality healthcare and promote equitable access to services.
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