date: 31 Jul 2015
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, r
esearch and technology — creating a
unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development
challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and
territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of:
Chief of Party
Description:
The Chief of Party
will provide overall leadership and technical direction for the project,
ensuring achievement of project deliverables. The CoP will be the primary
liaison with USAID and will manage project staff and implementing partners to
ensure proper reporting, financial management, and compliance. The CoP is
expected to coordinate with government and other stakeholders to ensure that
activities complement ongoing initiatives and adhere to country and global
standards. The position will be based in Malawi and will report to the FHI 360
Malawi Country Representative. Recruitment is contingent upon successful award
of the project and the selection of final applicant is subject to USAID
approval as key personnel.
Job Summary
/ Responsibilities:
- Provide overall
technical leadership and expertise in the development and implementation
of Social and Behavioral Change Communication (SBCC) strategies to address
the need for of behavior change related to climate change adaptation,
sexual reproductive health and family planning among youth. - Lead the overall
planning, implementation and management 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. - Oversee/manage
partnerships and ensure strong lines of communication and collaboration
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
Malawi 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
Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in
public health, international development, health or development
communication, business administration, social sciences, or a closely
related field is required. - 10 + years’ experience
designing, implementing and managing large, complex projects involving
multiple partners, in/for developing countries, of which at least five
years has been spent in the position of CoP or Deputy CoP of a large
development program of a multi-year program. - 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 - 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; climate change adaptation; youth development. - Experience in developing
and implementing SBCC projects and programs in Malawi and/or other African
regions that have demonstrated impact, at scale. - Demonstrated track
record of achieving results in a development context. - Demonstrated track
record of working in teams and fostering partnerships. - Experience living or
working in a developing country required; experience living and working in
Malawi is preferred. Proficiency in Chichewa and/or another Malawian local
language preferred. - 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. - Management experience
with a USG cooperative agreement preferred. - Demonstrated ability to
create and maintain effective working relations with host country
government personnel, stakeholders, NGO partners, and international donor
agencies. - 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 and Excel
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.
We offer competitive
compensation and an outstanding benefit package. Please click here to visit FHI 360’s Career
Center for a list of all open positions.
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,
gender identity, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability
or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or activities.
