AJIRA TANZANIA 2019 / NAFASI ZA KAZI 2019
Job Title: Chief of Party
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Job Description
Leads and directs the development and
implementation process for company projects involving departmental or
cross -functional teams focused on the delivery of new or existing
projects. Plans and directs project schedules and monitors
budget/spending. Monitors the project/program from init iation through
delivery. Organizes project(s) activities ensuring completion of the
project on schedule and within budget constraints. Selects, develops and
evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.
Job Summary:
The
COP provides overall leadership and technical direction for the
Project, ensuring achievement of project deliverables. Specifically, the
position has the technical and management responsibility for all
activities and personnel; and is the primary liaison with
USAID/Tanzania, GOT, other donors, and key stakeholders to ensure that
activities complement ongoing initiatives and adhere to country and
global standards. The COP fulfills the diverse managerial requirements
of the project by managing project staff and implementing partners to
ensure proper reporting, financial management, and compliance. The
position is responsible for smooth implementation of the project, and
for effectively addressing problems and challenges that arise during
performance. Also, is responsible for timely and accurate delivery of
all reports and other program products.
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide overall technical leadership and expertise in the development
and implementation of Social and Behavioral Change Communication (SBCC)
strategies to address the need of behavior change related to Family
Planning/Reproductive Health (FP/RH)) Maternal, Newborn, Child and
Adolescent Health (MNCAH), Malaria, (HIV/AIDS), Tuberculosis (TB) and
other selected health areas in the target populations of women and
youth.
• Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immune Deficiency
Syndrome Lead the overall planning, implementation, and management, in
close coordination with the GOT and USG partners, as well as the
achievement of the goals and objectives of the project in a timely and
cost-effective manner with adherence to technical quality standards and
donor guidelines.
• Oversee a team of senior technical and program
management project staff and ensure strong communication and
coordination with and between all team members.
• Ensure a ‘one project’ approach across Tulonge Afya Project locations and Team members.
•
Oversee/manage partnerships and ensure strong lines of communication,
coordination, collaboration, and co-investment are established and
maintained.
• Ensure financial and grants management compliance with FHI 360 and USAID rules and regulations.
•
Serve as the primary point of contact and collaboration for the team
and in-country stakeholders, including USAID, implementation partners,
Government of Tanzania partners, and other key stakeholders.
•
Promote sustainability of project activities with effective networking,
linkages to other programs, capacity building of project staff, and
institutional strengthening of implementing partners and community-based
organizations.
• Build Team staff capacity, including that of the
project’s Directors to take on greater project leadership roles over
the life of the project
Job Requirements:
a) Education/Experience:
a) Education/Experience:
•
Master’s Degree in public health, communication/behavior change, social
sciences, international development, or a related field plus 7-9 years
of relevant experience; Bachelor’s Degree in public health,
communication/behavior change, social sciences, international
development or closely a related field plus 9-11 years of relevant
experience.
• Ten (10) years senior level management experience in
the design, implementation, and management of programs of similar size,
complexity, and setting. Preferably have spent at least five (5) years
in the position of Chief of Party or Deputy Chief of Party.
• At
minimum, must have at least five years of progressively more responsible
supervisory work experience that involved direct leadership of
professional and support staff, oversight and evaluation of staff
performance and deliverables, and contract/grant management.
• Demonstrated experience in institution strengthening approaches
•
Experience in developing and implementing SBCC projects and programs in
Tanzania and/or other African regions that have demonstrated impact, at
scale
• Management experience with a USG contract or cooperative agreement preferred.
• Experience living or working in a developing country required; experience living and working in Tanzania is preferred.
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b) Knowledge/Skills and Expertise:
• Demonstrated leadership skills, experience in building and maintaining productive working relationships with a wide network of institutional partners and stakeholders, including host governments.
• Knowledge of USG Health initiatives and related reporting requirements and funding parameters
• Strong leadership qualities and knowledge of state of the art social and behavior change communication models and strategies and their practical application to one or more of the following areas is required: Family Planning/Reproductive Health (FP/RH), Maternal, Newborn, Child and Adolescent Health (MNCAH), Malaria, Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS), Tuberculosis (TB).
• Proven record of building teams and fostering collaboration to achieve program goals, meet program milestones, and produce quality program results
• Demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective working relations with host country government personnel, stakeholders, NGO partners, and international donor agencies
• Demonstrated track record of working in teams and fostering partnerships.
• Demonstrated capacity to oversee monitoring, evaluation and learning. Ability to provide oversight and leadership for high quality results monitoring and assuring data quality, and for evidence-based adaptive management.
• Strong interpersonal, writing and oral presentation skills in English.
• Ability to work independently and manage a high-volume work flow.
• Relevant computer software skills, including at a minimum MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
How to Apply:
FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may submit online their application Curriculum Vitae (CV)/Resume, Photocopies of Certificates and Names and Addresses of three (3) referees. FHI 360 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Closing Date: June 15, 2019 Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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.
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