The Strategic Purchasing Africa Resource Centre (SPARC) – a resource hub hosted by Amref Health Africa with technical support from Results for Development (R4D) – is aimed at strengthening strategic health purchasing (SHP) capacity in Sub-Saharan Africa by connecting existing regional expertise and matching it with country demand to make better use of resources for health. Our vision is to empower countries with knowledge and practical tools to make access to affordable and quality health care a reality for all. SPARC is a complementary resource and partner to the many health financing initiatives on the African continent and globally. SPARC is supported by Amref Health Africa as the institutional host and Results for Development (R4D) as the core technical partner.
SPARC is not just a resource center — it is a movement. SPARC is engaging individuals from stakeholder groups across sub-Saharan Africa to understand, talk about and advocate for strategic purchasing as a way to make better use of limited resources for universal health coverage (UHC) and to hold decision-makers accountable for effective health spending. We are also working with partners to change how technical assistance is provided — tapping into and deepening regional expertise and building a coaching approach that emphasizes learning by doing. We are creating a network of regional experts who can support countries to develop practical, home-grown solutions that advance their strategic purchasing objectives.
Job Summary: Health Financing Manager
The Health Financing Manager is ultimately responsible for the leadership and management of SPARC and its operations in sub-Saharan Africa. This involves oversight and execution of 1) strategy development, 2) partnerships, 3) program planning & implementation, and 4) advocacy.
Job Purpose
The Health Financing Manager is responsible for providing leadership and quality implementation of activities aligned with SPARC’s mandate.
Job Responsibilities
The Health Financing Manager is expected to perform the following primary duties:
Leadership and Management
Partnerships Development
Program Oversight & Implementation
Advocacy
Other duties include:
Human Resources Planning and Management
Financial Planning and Management
Qualifications
Education
Work Experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
How to apply
Closing date: Open until filled.
Please click on the ‘apply for job’ button to submit your application. To apply for this position please submit a CV and a cover letter detailing your motivation and how you are suited to this role.
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Please note that the interview dates for this role will be confirmed with you should your application be successful.
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