Country: Mozambique
Closing date: 31 Mar 2016
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology; creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of: Chief of Party
Description:
We seek qualified candidates for the position COP, for an upcoming, USAID-funded comprehensive social and behavior change communication (SBCC) program. Availability of the position is contingent upon issuance of a USAID Request for Applications, and selection of final applicant is subject to USAID approval.
The COP will provide overall vision and leadership for the project; develop annual work plans and ensure successful implementation; and assume technical and management responsibility for all project personnel, including consultants. He/she will be the primary liaison for the project with USAID, other donors and institutions, implementing partners, technical agencies and other stakeholders, ensuring alignment and harmonization with other programming where appropriate, including public / private sector partnerships. He/she will be responsible for the successful implementation of the project, including achievement of program targets; submission of all program deliverables to USAID; and identification and resolution of issues and risks related to program implementation. He/she will oversee the development and monitoring of work plans and budgets; ensure appropriate levels of technical assistance in program operations; and coordinate partner efforts in program implementation. He/she will be ultimately responsible for award management, including compliance with FHI 360 and USAID policies and procedures for prime award management, sound financial monitoring and control and sub award management.
Job Summary / Responsibilities:
- Provide technical leadership for the project in the design, implementation, and evaluation of SBCC activities.
- Ensures interventions reflect high technical quality, are evidence-based, community-driven, and in line with provisions of the award.
- Provides direct technical guidance in the development of SBCC strategic communication and SBCC community advocacy and capacity strengthening together with dedicated staff.
- Facilitate strategy development linked to development and implementation of various campaigns.
- Supervise designated technical teams. Provide ongoing mentorship and capacity strengthening to project staff as well as partners and Government institutions to ensure strong skills-transfer and facilitate productive working relationships.
- Oversee the development of annual work plans and budgets; quarterly, annual, and technical reports; and ensures all operations are in compliance with USAID rules and regulations.
- Work closely with colleagues in both the public and private sectors to achieve the project's objectives.
- Present program results, based on M&E data, to USAID and the government and to other professional colleagues, both in Mozambique and internationally
- Coordinate project activities with those of other Mozambican programs, and CAs under USAID portfolio.
- Direct all aspects of Project implementation.
- Ensure the achievement of target outcomes, results, and impacts as specified in the Task Order contract.
- Provide overall project management and guidance to team members and consultants.
- Serve as the point person for FHI 360 with the USAID CTO for the project.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in public health or other related area, or bachelor's degree with at least five years additional relevant experience;
- 10+ years demonstrated experience in the design and monitoring of effective, evidence-based social and behavior change programming, including demonstrated experience with community-based and innovative methods;
- 5+ years of demonstrated experience in the management of a complex project;
- Demonstrated leadership success in: achieving project objectives, the use of community level and innovative approaches in SBCC or other related sectors.
- Demonstrated knowledge/experience of USAID policies, procedures and approaches related to program design/implementation, budgeting, monitoring and evaluation.
- Solid and up to date knowledge of current and emerging issues, strategies, and evidence in SBCC and HIV, family planning, malaria, gender and/or other health areas.
- Demonstrated capacity to build and maintain productive working relationships with a wide network of partners and stakeholders.
- Strong written and oral communication skills in English.
This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center at http://www.fhi360.org/careersor through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or activities.
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