Senior Assistant Director

Overview Senior Assistant Director / Assistant Director (Stakeholder Engagement) is a leadership role within the Global Partnerships and Engagement Division. You will co-lead the development and execution of CDA's stakeholder engagement strategies, ensuring alignment with CDA's policies and goals, and fostering inter-sectoral and inter-agency collaboration. You will oversee coordination and management of engagement opportunities across the agency to guarantee a unified approach, streamline engagement processes, and assess the impact of these activities on CDA's initiatives. What you will be working on Develop Agency’s Engagement Strategy: Design and implement a comprehensive stakeholder engagement strategy aligned with CDA’s policy and operational goals. Collaborate with external agencies, including Ministries and Public Health Institutions, to synergise regional outreach strategies in communicable diseases matters. Develop stakeholder engagement processes and SOPs to ensure streamlined workflows across divisions. Monitor and maintain a record of external engagements, including international interactions, to track relationships and ensure strategic alignment across stakeholders. Foster long-term partnerships with existing and potential stakeholders, identifying opportunities for cross-sector collaboration to expand the organization’s network. Lead Stakeholder Engagement (Internal & External): Lead and maintain oversight on internal and external stakeholder engagement efforts. Organize and lead targeted engagement events designed to foster relationship-building and collaboration across sectors. Identify new opportunities for engagement, exploring innovative partnerships and outreach strategies in tandem with other divisions to expand the organization’s reach and impact. Actively participate in specific engagement activities, working alongside CDA’s senior management and/or relevant technical units. CRM Development: Lead the development and management of an agency-wide CRM system and database, ensuring accurate tracking and documentation of all stakeholder interactions. Oversee accurate and timely recording of communications, ensuring engagements are properly documented to support effective ongoing relationship management. Audience/Scope Note: This role focuses on targeted stakeholder engagement and does not include community or public engagements, which are managed by other teams within CDA. What we are looking for Minimum 10 years of professional experience, with significant experience in stakeholder engagement and developing stakeholder management strategies. Experience in government agencies or related healthcare institutions is preferred. Proven experience in planning, coordinating, and participating in stakeholder engagement activities or similar initiatives. Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Strong leadership and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across teams and build meaningful partnerships with diverse stakeholders. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear, persuasive messages for a variety of audiences. Strong interpersonal and networking abilities to foster trust and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Meticulous, detail-oriented approach with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Resilience and adaptability to manage pressure and changing priorities. Self-motivated team player who is proactive in initiating and following through on projects and activities. Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Administrative Public Health #J-18808-Ljbffr