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Project HOPE
Chief of Party
Job Location: Monrovia/Countrywide, Liberia
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Project HOPE is currently responding to a recent USAID Request for Application that will support the Basic Package of Health Services (BPHS) of Liberia, the cornerstone of Liberia’s National Health Plan.
Through this USAID Award, Project HOPE will assist the MOH&SW to expand the coverage of the BPHS, including HIV/AIDS, Maternal and Child Health, Family Planning and Reproductive Health, Improved Environmental Health of infectious diseases through support to some 105 health facilities through expanded community outreach, and enhanced Behavior Change Communication Programs which support and promote healthy behaviors.
A primary focus of this program will be the Development of Infrastructure to increase geographic access to the BPHS, especially for clinics and health centers by consolidating health work in existing health facilities in years one and two and longer-term plans for major rehabilitation and construction. Through this award Project HOPE will support MOH&SW efforts by renovating selected critical health care and training facilities.
Also addressed will be the Support Systems needed to strengthen the planning and management functions required to deliver the BPHS. Project HOPE will work with the MOH&SW to improve its capacity at central and county levels for strategic health planning and budgeting; human resources management; health management information system development; supervision, monitoring and evaluation and quality assurance.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Provide overall vision and strategic direction for “Rebuilding Basic Health Services in Liberia ”
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Serve as primary liaison with USAID.
2. Provide overall intellectual vision and strategic direction for the program.
3. Oversee activities of all technical units
4. Ensure timely completion of key activities, monitoring, evaluation and reporting of results
5. Supervise professional and administrative staff and short-term consultants.
6. Coordinate project activities with subcontractors and partners.
7. Oversee activities of all short-term technical consultants.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. Successful candidate must have related experience in developing sustainable public sector systems and services and working with partner organizations (e.g. local NGOs, international NGOs, private sector) in the delivery of basic health activities in developing countries.
2. Successful candidate be able to clearly demonstrate capabilities and articulate prior accomplishments that reflect the individuals’ work in developing countries and in conducting activities of the types required under this program.
3. Must have experience in rebuilding or post-conflict Settings. Must be able to demonstrate exposure to/experience in working in countries in conflict/post-conflict as well as their experience designing and implementing health programs that have assisted in mitigating the drivers of instability.
4. Master’s degree or equivalent in related health field.
5. Proven project management skills on a USAID-funded program.
6. 10 or more years of work experience in public health and community-level programming
7. 5 or more years relevant international experience
8. Fluency in English required
9. Strong writing and oral presentation skills.
Compensation/Benefits:
Project HOPE offers competitive salaries and outstanding benefits as well as an opportunity to join an organization with a rich history and bright future committed to achieving sustainable advances through health education and humanitarian assistance.
We value diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
How To Apply:
Click Here To Apply On-Line
Or fax your resume to:
Fax: 540-837-9052
Project HOPE
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