• Do you want to do work that really matters? Help us end avoidable blindness
• Full time role based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia (Flexible work from home arrangements available)
• Closing Date: Monday the 19th of May 2025

ABOUT THE FRED HOLLOWS FOUNDATION

The Foundation is an international development organisation working to prevent blindness and restore sight. We continue to carry on the legacy of Professor Fred Hollows, who believed every person had the right to quality eye care, no matter where they live. The Foundation is known around the world as an organisation that works with purpose and determination. With a reputation for excellence, we are well known for making change happen.

The Foundation has grown to work in more than 25 countries throughout Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and the Pacific, as well as Australia. The Foundation has restored sight to more than 3 million people worldwide. We have an ambitious five-year strategic plan that aims to take us even closer to realising our vision of a world in which no person is needlessly blind, or vision impaired and Indigenous Australians exercise their right to sight and good health. To find out more about our work, please visit our website https://www.hollows.org

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Head of Programs-Cambodia (HP-C) provides leadership and strategic oversight of The Fred Hollows Foundation’s (FHF) country program portfolio in Cambodia. Reporting to the Country Manager, the HP-C collaborates with technical resources from FHF’s headquarters, global offices, and country support networks to drive the successful delivery of a national program which takes a systems/sustainable approach to scaling quality cataract and refractive error services. This includes leading the implementation, monitoring, and review of the program to ensure effective and efficient delivery aligned to the national strategy, while also managing donor relationships to sustain and expand support. The HP-C will lead the national program in collaboration with key development stakeholders to strengthen the eye health system within the health sector and across related fields in Cambodia. The HP-C leads and manages the country program team. Where overseeing a grant, the role will also have a dual reporting line to global donor management leadership and be highly accountable to the donor for the delivery of the grant.

ABOUT YOU

The Head of Programs-Cambodia (HP-C) role requires demonstrated experience in strategic planning and leadership, operational delivery, and stakeholder engagement to lead high-impact programs and projects that drive meaningful change. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing medium- to large-scale projects, negotiating with government agencies, leading teams, and driving high-level strategic advocacy and stakeholder engagement, and operating in a complex global structure that requires high adaptability and resilience to changing circumstances.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the country program team, providing clear leadership and direction.
• Lead the design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, reflection, and learning processes across all country programs and projects.
• Oversee project budgeting and financial management to ensure accountability and efficiency.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with project partners, including government agencies, UN agencies (e.g., UNFPA, WHO, UNICEF, UNOPS, UNDP), bilateral donors (e.g., DFAT, USAID, KOICA, JICA), development partners, NGOs, private sector stakeholders, and others.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for donors, ensuring transparent and effective communication.
• Engage and coordinate with other development projects to leverage synergies, ensure complementarity, and maximize development impact.
• Represent The Fred Hollows Foundation externally with professionalism and strategic alignment.
• Lead the development and submission of program and project reports for internal and external audiences.
• Monitor and manage project risks, including proactive reporting and mitigation measures.
• Develop and implement a communications strategy to highlight project outcomes and impact.
• Contribute to the development of The Foundation’s strategic direction in Cambodia.
• Lead advocacy efforts with the Cambodian government to advance eye health priorities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Country Manager or The Foundation’s leadership.

Reporting:

• The Head of Programs-Cambodia (HP-C) reports directly to the Country Manager (CM) in Cambodia, who is responsible for the successful implementation of the country program.
• The country program team reports to the HP-C.
• The HP-C regularly engages with technical resources from The Fred Hollows Foundation’s (FHF) headquarters, global offices, and country support networks.
• The HP-C works closely with the Global Program Chief of Party on donor engagement, reporting, and project management.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Master’s degree in Public Health, International Development, or a related field.
• Excellent presentation skills, with the ability to convey information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Proven experience in negotiating and partnering with government agencies and development partners.
• Experience in social development, public health, or rehabilitation sectors; exposure to eye health programs is an advantage.
• Demonstrated experience in high-level representation, strategic advocacy, and stakeholder engagement with senior government officials, multilateral agencies, and other partners.
• Familiarity with managing medium to large projects or similar bilateral and multilateral donors.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to lead teams and influence senior stakeholders effectively.
• Experience in resource mobilisation and a proven track record of securing significant funding for local programs.
• Strong financial acumen, with the ability to develop and implement sound financial policies and procedures.
• Excellent project management skills; prior exposure to eye health-related programs is an asset.
• Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-cultural environments and fluency in written and spoken English.

How we recognise your contribution

Through our internal programs and employee benefits we aim to create an environment where you will feel supported and empowered. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or finding an environment which enables you to thrive while balancing family or personal commitments, we have a range of programs in place to support you.

To find out more about our benefits click here

How to Apply:

APPLICATIONS

Please apply directly via this link: https://career10.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=2214&company=thefredhol

Your application should include a CV and, preferably, a cover letter that outlines your interest in the role and addresses the key criteria listed in the “Key Responsibilities”, and “What you need to succeed” sections of the advertisement.

Applications Close: Monday the 19th of May 2025

The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to ensuring our projects and activities are implemented in a safe and productive environment that prevents harm and avoids impacting the health and safety of all people, particularly children, vulnerable people and disadvantaged groups. Applicants are advised that The Foundation reserves the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment.

Please be advised:

1. Fred Hollows Foundation will never ask for a fee during any stage of the recruitment process.
2. All active roles are advertised directly on our website here.
3. Please note we will not be accepting CV’s via agencies for this role