Country: South Sudan
Req ID: 4236
Description
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 looking for a Chief of
Party (Project Director I) for the South Sudan HIV and AIDS Program in
Juba, South Sudan.
Position Description:
We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position
of Chief of Party for the South Sudan HIV and AIDS Program (SSHAP) which
is a USAID funded HIV prevention initiative targeting most-at risk
populations in South Sudan. This position is contingent upon funder
approval of key personnel, and is anticipated to conclude in November 2014.
Implemented through Population Services International (PSI), FHI 360 provides
project management support and technical oversight for SSHAP. Key strategies
employed by SSHAP include social marketing, behavior change communication for
individual and social change, strengthening coordination between government
structures and partner agencies at community level.
The intervention seeks to:
- Increase
accessibility and availability of branded and generic condoms in targeted
geographic areas;
- Increase
the adoption of HIV and STI protective behaviors, including greater
utilization of HIV/STI services by sex workers, their clients and long
distance transport workers;
- Strengthen
project effectiveness through the use of data-driven, evidence-based,
cost-effective interventions.
The Chief of Party will provide technical leadership
and management oversight SSHAP, working closely with PSI – as the strategic partner
implementing project activities. The primary responsibility of the COP is to
ensure successful implementation of the accelerated workplan for the Project’s
last year of implementation, to reach project targets and goals.
South Sudan nationals and candidates currently based in
the region are encouraged to apply.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible
for implementation of accelerated workplan to ensure activities are
implemented according to schedule and within budget in this last year of
the project.
- Supports
development of monthly workplans and closely monitors implementation
progress across multiple technical areas.
- Ensures
project achieves high quality results in accordance with the agreement
with the donor and targets identified in the Performance Monitoring Plan.
- Provides
technical and programmatic expertise in behavior change communication for
key populations, referrals systems for HIV and STI services, and condom
promotion.
- Ensures
that project resources are utilized in accordance with applicable FHI 360
and donor policies and procedures.
- Oversees
production of timely and accurate financial and programmatic reports to
FHI 360, and donor as required.
- Ensures
program quality according to FHI 360 standards including quality assurance
and quality improvement initiatives.
- Coordinate,
manage and evaluate staffing, budget and programmatic needs and activities
to ensure overall efficiency and effectiveness.
- Liaise
as appropriate with: USAID, the Ministry of Health, and local and
international partners and other stakeholders in South Sudan.
- Monitors
work plans and budgets; ensures appropriate levels of technical assistance
in program operations; coordinates partner efforts in program
implementation; ensure appropriate program monitoring and reporting.
- Provide
technical assistance through the review and/or writing of reports to
ensure accuracy and appropriateness.
- Ensure
information flow which includes weekly coordination meetings with PSI as
necessary.
- Manages
liaison and relationship building with various stakeholders including
donors, Ministry of Health, local NGOs and public/private agencies.
Minimum Requirements:
- Masters
level degree in Public Health or related field.
- At
least 8 years of demonstrated technical expertise, with substantial
developing country context experience, in SBCC with key populations and
HIV prevention. At least 5 years of demonstrated excellence in a senior
level management and leadership position, preferably in an international
development context; previous experience as a Chief of Party is preferred.
- Excellent
oral and written communication skills in English.
- Previous
experience in Africa is strongly preferred; South Sudan experience is a
plus.
- Design,
implementation, and management of public health/international development
programs funded by US government or other international donors.
- Proven
skills in management, supervision, leadership and networking.
- Knowledge
of strategic planning, administrative, and financial management systems,
including USAID Contract mechanism.
- Sensitivity
to cultural differences and understanding of the political and ethical
issues surrounding public health issues.
- Ability
to manage and complete numerous simultaneous tasks with a high degree of
organization and limited resources.
- Experience
of proactively identifying and addressing issues.
- Experience
of establishing strong working relationships with colleagues from
different functions and cultures.
- Ability
to meet deadlines with strong attention to consistency, detail, and
quality.
- Excellent
English oral and written communication.
- Ability
to travel within country or region and internationally if needed.
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.
