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.

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.

• 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.

• Director

• Full-time

• Administrative
• Public Health