Country: Kenya
Req ID: 4078
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 currently seeking
qualified candidates for the position of Deputy Chief of Party,
Operations in Nairobi, Kenya.
Program Description
The anticipated project is a five-year basic education
initiative to improve early grade reading skills in Kenya. The project
will improve reading by strengthening instruction, bolstering reading delivery
systems and fostering meaningful engagement in literacy activities by
communities, the private sector and the general Kenyan public. The
project will also provide technical and policy level support to the Government
of Kenya in the reviewing, revising and implementing reading-related policies.
Position Description:
The Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP Operations) shall work under
the leadership of the COP and will be responsible for all aspects of
operations, including administration, finance and procurement, human resources,
and grants administration, if relevant.
In addition, the Deputy Chief of Party, Operations shall be
responsible for the following:
- Establish
the program’s administrative and management systems (personnel, finance
and accounting, procurement, logistics, grants and sub-contractor management)
and internal control mechanisms to ensure their compliance with USAID
regulations and FHI 360 policies and procedures.
- Ensure
smooth day-to-day operations and administration of the program by
overseeing national and regional financial and administrative operations
of the project.
- Supervise
the administrative staff and oversee the work of the senior finance
manager, with particular attention to procurement.
- Manage
human resources, including leading operations staff orientation, training,
and supervising, and team-building activities for the project.
- Work
closely with Chief of Party and operations staff as well as HQ project
team to ensure efficient use of project funds and accurate accounting,
monitoring, and reporting of project finances.
- Monitor
program expenditures and prepare periodic financial reports.
- Adhere
to FHI 360 and USAID guidelines and regulations for local subcontracting,
procurement, and staff management with support from HO team.
- Establish
professional and trustworthy relationships with local vendors,
subcontractors, and collaborators and ensure that financial obligations to
local service providers are met in a timely manner.
Minimum Requirements:
The Deputy Chief of Party, Operations shall have an advanced
management or financial degree (Master’s degree) from an accredited university.
The DCOP Operations shall have at least ten years of experience in managing and
implementing projects in developing countries, specifically in the areas
mentioned above, and active coordination of such activities with Ministries of
Education and other educational institutions. Previous experience in Kenya or
East Africa with knowledge of the Kenyan education system is highly desired.
S/he shall have demonstrated exemplary management, communication, and interpersonal
skills to ensure internal coherence among diverse team members, as well as
relations with the GOK, donors and the international community.
FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested
candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center at www.fhi360.org/careers or
through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org.
Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please
specify source in your application.