(Technical),
Rwandan Health Service Delivery Activity
Rwandan Health Service Delivery Activity
Closing
date: 18 Jun 2017
date: 18 Jun 2017
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 technol
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 technol
ogy — 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: Deputy Chief of
Party (Technical), Rwandan Health Service Delivery Activity (RSDA).
Description:
FHI
360 is seeking applications for a Deputy Chief of Party (Technical) (DCOP-T)
for an anticipated project in Rwanda, focused on improving reproductive,
maternal, newborn, and child health services and malaria control and prevention
activities. The DCOP-T will be responsible for technical leadership of
the program to ensure quality, timeliness, and efficiency of all products and
activities generated. The DCOP-T will manage the design and
implementation of key components of the program description and ensure
adherence to global standard of excellence in health service delivery
programming. The position will be based in Kigali and will report to the Chief
of Party. Recruitment is contingent upon successful award of the project and
the selection of the final applicant is subject to USAID approval.
360 is seeking applications for a Deputy Chief of Party (Technical) (DCOP-T)
for an anticipated project in Rwanda, focused on improving reproductive,
maternal, newborn, and child health services and malaria control and prevention
activities. The DCOP-T will be responsible for technical leadership of
the program to ensure quality, timeliness, and efficiency of all products and
activities generated. The DCOP-T will manage the design and
implementation of key components of the program description and ensure
adherence to global standard of excellence in health service delivery
programming. The position will be based in Kigali and will report to the Chief
of Party. Recruitment is contingent upon successful award of the project and
the selection of the final applicant is subject to USAID approval.
Job Summary / Responsibilities:
- Cooperate
closely with the Chief of Party (COP) on all technical matters - Lead
the response to the specified deliverables, goals of grant agreements,
ensuring achievements in a timely manner and in full support and
compliance with FHI 360 and USAID grant requirements - Coordinate
the development and implementation of the project technical strategies,
adapting global and regional technical resources and tools as needed for
the Rwandan context - Oversee
a team of technical staff for the project and ensure clear roles and
responsibilities and lines of communication are maintained amongst the
team members - Oversee
technical outputs of all partner organizations through regular field
visits and facilitate work planning and regular technical meetings for all
consortium partners - Identify
technical assistance needs and training resources among project staff,
partners, government counterparts and beneficiaries and coordinate
technical assistance provision - Promote
sustainability of project activities with effective networking,
coordination and linkages to other programs, partners and counterparts,
capacity building of project staff, and institutional strengthening of
implementing partners and community-based organizations - Represent
the project in technical meetings, conferences, and coordination platforms - Serve
as the primary program representative in the absence/temporary leave of
the COP
Qualifications:
- Master’s
Degree or higher in public health, health communication, social sciences,
or a closely related field is required; a medical doctor is strongly
preferred - Five
or more years of progressively more responsible technical supervisory work
experience that involved direct leadership of professional and support
staff, and oversight and evaluation of staff performance and deliverables - Knowledge
and experience working within the health sector; experience working in
Rwanda preferred - Demonstrated
track record of working in teams and fostering partnerships - 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; French
fluency desired - Ability
to work independently and manage a high volume work flow - Relevant
computer software skills, including at a minimum, MS Office, etc.
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 an equal employment and affirmative action employer whereby we do
not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or
seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability,
veteran status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic
protected under applicable law.
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 an equal employment and affirmative action employer whereby we do
not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or
seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability,
veteran status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic
protected under applicable law.