Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Closing date: 30 Sep 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 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 – Democratic Republic of the Congo Social and Behavior Change Health Communication.
Description:
FHI 360 is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Chief of Party (COP) for a potential USAID-funded opportunity: Social and Behavior Change (SBC) Health project in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The activity will support Government of DRC efforts to expand access to sustainable health services and products, and increase understanding, acceptance, and demand for health services and resources. As USAID/DRC’s primary health communication project, the activity will build national capacity to design, implement, and evaluate coordinated, evidence- and theory -based, and innovative communications interventions related to reproductive health and family planning (FP/RH); malaria; maternal, neonatal, and child health (MNCH); nutrition; and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH).
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 Kinshasa and will report to the FHI 360 DRC Country Director.
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 of behavior change related to reproductive health and family planning (FP/RH); malaria; maternal, neonatal, and child health (MNCH); nutrition; and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH)
- 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 DRC 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
- 10 or more years of experience designing, implementing, and managing large, complex projects involving multiple partners, in or for developing countries, of which at least five years have been spent in the position of Chief of Party or Deputy Chief of Party for large, multi-year development programs; management experience with USG cooperative agreements preferred
- A minimum of 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
- Experience living or working in a developing country; experience living and working in DRC is preferred
- Strong leadership qualities and knowledge of state-of-the-art SBCC models and strategies and their practical application
- Experience implementing SBCC projects and programs in DRC and/or other African regions, with a demonstrated track record of achieving results
- Demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective working relations with host country government personnel, stakeholders, NGO partners, and international donor agencies
- Demonstrated capacity to oversee monitoring, evaluation, and learning
- Strong interpersonal, writing, and oral presentation skills in both English and French
- Ability to work independently and manage a high volume work flow
- Relevant computer software skills, including at a minimum MS Word and Excel
- Language requirements: French, English, and one or more local languages
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.
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