JOB ADVERTISEMENT : Business Development Advisor, SAFECARE Project - SHAC SHWARI HEALTH ASSOCIATION Cameroon,  Yaoundé

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT Advisor
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Shwari Health Cameroon is a locally registered organization with a vision to ensure the provision of quality, effective and innovative evidence-based solutions to address health systems challenges within the health sector in Cameroon and beyond with a special focus to children and adolescents. To achieve this, Shwari Health Cameroon uses proven community strategies to identify HIV infected children and adolescents, refer them to health facilities for initiation on treatment, support and accompany them through treatment to ensure they remain in care and achieve viral suppression. Our mission is to be one of the most sought-after implementations science associations in Cameroon that uses evidence-based strategies to effectively cover the ‘Know-Do’ gaps in the provision of health services. We aim to achieve this through the application of modern evidence generation and synthesis methods to understand operational contexts so as to devise strategies that could make the implementation efforts more effective and efficient. SHWARI Health Association, in partnership with Georgetown University's Center for Global Health Practice and Impact (CGHPI), the Government of the Republic of Cameroon's Regional Technical Groups (RTGs), will be implementing a project titled SAFECARE-Cameroon, which is a 5-year CDC/PEPFAR-Funded project. SAFECARE-Cameroon’s goal is to develop, implement, and sustain comprehensive facility and community-based HIV services for children, adolescents, and adults in Cameroon in PEPFAR supported regions of the country and support the country to fast track its progress to achieve HIV epidemic control. As a result, SHWARI Health Association Cameroon (SHAC) is recruiting for the following program implementation positions. All prospective candidates must be fluent in French and working knowledge of English. These positions will be based in Yaoundé or Bertoua.

SHAC Office Positions

Position:        Business Development Advisor, SAFECARE Project -Cameroon
Reports to:        Chief of Party
Location of work:    Yaoundé, Cameroon
Number of positions:        01
Position Overview:    The Business Development Advisor will play a crucial role in expanding SHWARI Health Cameroon's reach and impact by identifying new opportunities, fostering partnerships, and securing funding for the organization's initiatives, including the SAFECARE-Cameroon project. Analysing financial records and preparing budgets, work on improving processes by recommending operational changes. Evaluating and improving branding strategies. The Business Development Advisor will also be responsible of preparing project and productivity reports and ensuring compliance with quality and safety requirements and Identifying opportunities for future business development and expansion.

Essential Functions
- Develop and implement strategies to identify and pursue new business opportunities aligned with SHWARI's mission and goals.
- Build and maintain relationships with potential partners, donors, and stakeholders in the health sector.
- Write and submit grant proposals and funding applications to support SHWARI's programs and projects.
- Conduct market research to identify trends and opportunities in the health sector, particularly in HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment.
- Collaborate with the leadership team to set growth targets and develop strategies to achieve them.
- Represent SHWARI at networking events, conferences, and meetings to promote the organization's work and capabilities.
- Monitor and report on business development activities, including pipeline management and success rates.
- Develops and maintains internal and external communication channels

Qualifications and Experience
•    Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Health, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
•    Minimum of 5 years of experience in business development, preferably in the health or non-profit sector.
•    Proven track record of successful grant writing and fundraising.
•    Strong understanding of the health sector in Cameroon, particularly HIV/AIDS programs.
•    Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
•    Fluency in French and working knowledge of English
•    Computer literate with practical experience in Microsoft packages.
•    Professional fluency in oral and written English and French.
•    Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

Work Environment
SHWARI Health Association Cameroon (SHAC) /Context / Required competencies
Core values
•    Commitment: Actively contributes to achieving organizational goals
•    Diversity: Respects others and values their diverse perspectives and contributions
•    Integrity: Acts in a manner consistent with the Organization’s core values and organizational principles
•    Accountability: Takes responsibility for own action and delegated work
Core competencies
•    Communication: Actively works to achieve clear and transparent communication with colleagues and with stakeholders of the Organization
•    Collaboration: Works effectively with others on common goals and fosters a positive, trust-based working environment
•    Planning: Works towards the achievement of goals in a structured and measured manner
•    Analysis and decision-making: Analyses available information, draws well-founded conclusions and takes appropriate decisions
•    Initiative-taking: Proposes and initiates new ideas, activities and projects
•    Flexibility: Responds positively and effectively to changing circumstances
Managerial competencies (for positions with managerial responsibilities)
•    Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, builds trust and creates an enabling environment
•    Strategic thinking: Identifies goals that advance the organizational agenda and develops plans for achieving them
•    Managing performance: Helps to maximize team performance by providing active feedback and skill development opportunities

Instructions for Submitting Applications:
1.    All applications should be submitted electronically at: https://forms.gle/zFso5waZkTf716JG6 
2.    Please mention in the subject line of the email the position for which you are applying.
3.    Applications should include 3 references that are familiar with applicant’s work experience preferably in the last 3-5 years. References should include contact information including daytime phone and e-mail address.
4.    All applications should include a cover letter that details one’s suitability for the job highlighting key functional areas, expected qualifications and experiences.
5.    Candidates should attach a 3-page CV/Resume that highlights one’s key achievements in areas relevant to the job
6.    Job related stated qualifications and experience are the basic minimum requirements that each applicant must meet to be considered for interviewing.
7.    All applicants should include daytime phone contact information.
8.    Deadline for application is September 12th, 2024, 5 PM Cameroon Time.

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

SHWARI Health Association Cameroon (SHAC) is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified persons to apply regardless of gender, ethnicity, or any other status variable.