Job Title:Performance-Based Incentives Technical Advisor
Job ID: 2012-1492 Location: MW-
Experience (Years): 5 Posted Date: 1/7/2012
Category: International Positions
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Overview:
This position gives overall leadership and direction to operational design, implementation and quality assurance of the Support for Service Delivery (SSD-E) Performance-Based Incentives (PBI) component. The Advisor serves as key staff and member of the SSD-E management team responsible for contributing to overall project direction and functioning. Working in collaboration with PBI counterparts in the Sector III health systems project, SSD-E management team, zonal/district personnel and national, zonal and district-level stakeholders, the Advisor will develop and refine the approach to enable transfer from the project to Malawian counterparts. S/he works collaboratively with other team members on program planning, implementation and problem-solving support. Given PBI is a cross-cutting function within SSD-E, the advisor will work with, and often times through project and external counterparts to ensure achievement of expected results.
Responsibilities:
Assure the proper design, buy-in and functioning of the PBI system
Provide evidence-based guidance
Advise the COP as Chair of the Management Advisory Group (MAG) on PBI issues
Work with counterparts to assure the PBI pilot provides guidance on roll out to SSD-E districts
Responsible for generating and executing on PBI work plan
Responsible for anticipating and seeing operational challenges through to the point of resolution
Ensure the PBI component conducts the necessary planning and management activities to facilitate smooth and efficient program functioning
Work with the Finance and Administration (F&A) to ensure proper financial management of PBI component
Work with program, finance and administrative staff to generate and assure proper functioning of PBI contracts
Assure timely development of PBI initiatives based on local circumstances
Assure evidence based timelines for PBI execution are met
Identify and mobilize technical assistance as necessary
Support the M&E function, including system development, data collection and analysis
Contribute to annual planning process in close collaboration with the rest of the program team
Report on activities, according to project timelines.
Document lessons learned, as well as success stories, and incorporate into operations as part of a commitment to optimal project performance
In collaboration with the F&A Director, facilitate the development of systems and processes that support quality personnel, financial and operations management.
Develop innovative methods for describing and documenting the effects PBI that will contribute to global evidence base
Required Qualifications:
MPH with 5+ years’ experience in Performance Based Financing Programming
Command of current theory and practice of PBI and PBI program design
Ability to facilitate common vision based on participatory engagement
Familiarity with approaches to data monitoring, validation/audit and performance improvement
Strong change management, results-oriented and decision-making skills
Familiar with public and private sector health facilities at all levels, including their clinical, administrative and management functions
Experience in the development of strategic and tactical plans in collaboration with other stakeholders who may represent a wide range of interests and needs
Ability to build capacity and collaboration between governmental and non-governmental partners and other project implementers
Demonstrated excellent team building skills
A team player accustomed to building team capacity, and developing communities of learning among host-country partners and counterparts
Experience in designing/writing, reviewing and/or editing data for donor reporting and presentations
Ability to work in a complex environment with multiple tasks, short deadlines and intense pressure to perform
Excellent interpersonal, leadership, writing and oral presentation skills
Ability to travel in Malawi and internationally
Fluency in English
How to Apply;
https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/1492/job
Tuesday, 3 April 2012
Director of Administration Job Vacancy at JHPIEGO Mozambique
Job Title:Director of Administration
Job ID: 2012-1497 Location: MZ-
Experience (Years): 10 Posted Date: 1/23/2012
Category: International Positions
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Overview:
Director of Administration will provide overall administrative expertise and management to the Mozambique country office. This includes supervising administrative and logistics staff, coordinating appropriate support and preparation for main training activities, domestic and international travel, vehicle management, information technology (IT), and procurement to ensure successful implementation of project activities. Director also oversees all large procurement, renovation processes, and MOUs and local sub-agreements.
Responsibilities:
Contribute to project planning, implementation and management, ensuring the CDC and MCHIP projects’ administrative integrity
Directly manage and oversee the work of the logistics, procurement, travel and vehicle management team supporting the CDC and MCHIP projects
Working closely with the Director of Finance, ensure compliance with Jhpiego and Johns Hopkins University operational policies and regulations, as well as compliance with USG rules and regulations
Supervise, mentor and motivate the administrative and logistics staff
Contribute to the development of timely, accurate and appropriate reporting of project activities and results to the Country Director and Chief(s) of Party, including progress and annual reports
Closely monitor provincial-level activities, identify challenges and develop appropriate and sustainable solutions with guidance from the Country Director, Chief(s) of Party and other program staff
Maintain productive and consistent communication with program and technical staff
Required Qualifications:
BA with 10+ years of mid- to senior-level experience implementing and managing complex public health programs
Experience in health administration, with background in development and management
Proven leadership skills and expertise in the management of health programs and program staff
Experience coordinating program activities across provinces
Demonstrated experience collaborating with in-country partners to implement program activities
Work experience in Mozambique or other African countries Excellent interpersonal, writing and oral presentation skills
Strong decision-making skills
Understanding of USG (USAID and CDC) regulations and compliance
Ability to communicate effectively and provide leadership to improve the efficiency of program operations
Fluent English and Portuguese or Spanish language skills
Ability to travel nationally and internationally
A team player accustomed to building team capacity, delegating work to teams and developing communities of learning among host-country partners and counterparts
How to Apply;
https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/1497/job
Job ID: 2012-1497 Location: MZ-
Experience (Years): 10 Posted Date: 1/23/2012
Category: International Positions
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Overview:
Director of Administration will provide overall administrative expertise and management to the Mozambique country office. This includes supervising administrative and logistics staff, coordinating appropriate support and preparation for main training activities, domestic and international travel, vehicle management, information technology (IT), and procurement to ensure successful implementation of project activities. Director also oversees all large procurement, renovation processes, and MOUs and local sub-agreements.
Responsibilities:
Contribute to project planning, implementation and management, ensuring the CDC and MCHIP projects’ administrative integrity
Directly manage and oversee the work of the logistics, procurement, travel and vehicle management team supporting the CDC and MCHIP projects
Working closely with the Director of Finance, ensure compliance with Jhpiego and Johns Hopkins University operational policies and regulations, as well as compliance with USG rules and regulations
Supervise, mentor and motivate the administrative and logistics staff
Contribute to the development of timely, accurate and appropriate reporting of project activities and results to the Country Director and Chief(s) of Party, including progress and annual reports
Closely monitor provincial-level activities, identify challenges and develop appropriate and sustainable solutions with guidance from the Country Director, Chief(s) of Party and other program staff
Maintain productive and consistent communication with program and technical staff
Required Qualifications:
BA with 10+ years of mid- to senior-level experience implementing and managing complex public health programs
Experience in health administration, with background in development and management
Proven leadership skills and expertise in the management of health programs and program staff
Experience coordinating program activities across provinces
Demonstrated experience collaborating with in-country partners to implement program activities
Work experience in Mozambique or other African countries Excellent interpersonal, writing and oral presentation skills
Strong decision-making skills
Understanding of USG (USAID and CDC) regulations and compliance
Ability to communicate effectively and provide leadership to improve the efficiency of program operations
Fluent English and Portuguese or Spanish language skills
Ability to travel nationally and internationally
A team player accustomed to building team capacity, delegating work to teams and developing communities of learning among host-country partners and counterparts
How to Apply;
https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/1497/job
Chief of Party Job Vacancy at JHPIEGO Nigeria
Job Title:Chief of Party
Job ID: 2012-1514 Location: NG-
Experience (Years): 15 Posted Date: 2/17/2012
Category: International Positions
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Overview:
The Chief of Party will provide overall programmatic and technical leadership and managerial oversight to large preservice education and capacity building project. This includes directing program resources to ensure timely and cost-effective implementation of program activities and developing and maintaining collaborative partnerships with project partners and country stakeholders, be responsible for ensuring the project reporting requirements are met, and manage the donor relationship.
Responsibilities:
Provide project leadership and strategic direction on preservice education and capacity building for health in Nigeria to ensure the project’s technical and financial integrity and to achieve project goals, objectives and targets
Implement activities and ensure the project is technically sound, evidence-based and responsive to the needs of the country, its people and donors
Write and/or review technical components of materials and publications related to the project and its development
Develop and maintain excellent relationships with colleagues and donors in the country and region
Represent the project in all matters pertaining to the execution of program-related activities
Ensure high-quality project implementation, consistent with Nigeria’s national health guidelines
Draft, edit and proofread technical materials and reports of project activities and results to the donor, including progress and annual reports
Promote and support the dissemination of project information among the project team
Develop and modify Nigeria work plan, including budgets, with technical advisors and Financial Manager
Maintain productive and consistent communication with project and technical staff
Work collaboratively with project and headquarters staff to ensure proper financial projections, reporting, spending and compliance with project terms and conditions
Ensure compliance with USG operational policies and regulations.
Supervise several key members of staff
Required Qualifications:
Clinical degree with post-graduate level training in public health
15+ years experience developing successful, replicable and sustainable projects
Familiarity with preservice interventions
2+ years experience living and working in Nigeria, including supporting implementation of state-level projects
Demonstrated experience in implementing public health projects of more than US$10 million per year in developing countries, with emphasis on pre-service education projects
Proven leadership skills, as well as skills in facilitation, team building and coordination
Proven track record managing a project team composed of several technical experts, project, finance and administrative staff for at least two years
Strong change management, results-oriented and decision-making skills
A team player accustomed to building team capacity, delegating work to teams and developing communities of learning among host-country partners and counterparts
Strong leadership and technical capacity to support service delivery, especially at the community level
Excellent interpersonal, writing and oral presentation skills
Ability to work in a complex environment with multiple tasks, short deadlines and intense pressure to perform
Excellent team-building skills
Understanding of USG regulations and compliance
Fluent in written and spoken English
Ability to travel in Nigeria and internationally
How to Apply;
https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/1514/job
Job ID: 2012-1514 Location: NG-
Experience (Years): 15 Posted Date: 2/17/2012
Category: International Positions
More information about this job:
Overview:
The Chief of Party will provide overall programmatic and technical leadership and managerial oversight to large preservice education and capacity building project. This includes directing program resources to ensure timely and cost-effective implementation of program activities and developing and maintaining collaborative partnerships with project partners and country stakeholders, be responsible for ensuring the project reporting requirements are met, and manage the donor relationship.
Responsibilities:
Provide project leadership and strategic direction on preservice education and capacity building for health in Nigeria to ensure the project’s technical and financial integrity and to achieve project goals, objectives and targets
Implement activities and ensure the project is technically sound, evidence-based and responsive to the needs of the country, its people and donors
Write and/or review technical components of materials and publications related to the project and its development
Develop and maintain excellent relationships with colleagues and donors in the country and region
Represent the project in all matters pertaining to the execution of program-related activities
Ensure high-quality project implementation, consistent with Nigeria’s national health guidelines
Draft, edit and proofread technical materials and reports of project activities and results to the donor, including progress and annual reports
Promote and support the dissemination of project information among the project team
Develop and modify Nigeria work plan, including budgets, with technical advisors and Financial Manager
Maintain productive and consistent communication with project and technical staff
Work collaboratively with project and headquarters staff to ensure proper financial projections, reporting, spending and compliance with project terms and conditions
Ensure compliance with USG operational policies and regulations.
Supervise several key members of staff
Required Qualifications:
Clinical degree with post-graduate level training in public health
15+ years experience developing successful, replicable and sustainable projects
Familiarity with preservice interventions
2+ years experience living and working in Nigeria, including supporting implementation of state-level projects
Demonstrated experience in implementing public health projects of more than US$10 million per year in developing countries, with emphasis on pre-service education projects
Proven leadership skills, as well as skills in facilitation, team building and coordination
Proven track record managing a project team composed of several technical experts, project, finance and administrative staff for at least two years
Strong change management, results-oriented and decision-making skills
A team player accustomed to building team capacity, delegating work to teams and developing communities of learning among host-country partners and counterparts
Strong leadership and technical capacity to support service delivery, especially at the community level
Excellent interpersonal, writing and oral presentation skills
Ability to work in a complex environment with multiple tasks, short deadlines and intense pressure to perform
Excellent team-building skills
Understanding of USG regulations and compliance
Fluent in written and spoken English
Ability to travel in Nigeria and internationally
How to Apply;
https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/1514/job
Chief of Party Job Vacancy at JHPIEGO South Sudan
Job Title:Chief of Party
Job ID: 2012-1529 Location: SS-
Experience (Years): 10 Posted Date: 3/19/2012
Category: International Positions
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Overview:
Operating in the Central and Western Equatoria States, this large scale integrated program aims to improve service delivery through quality primary health care services and increase community access to these services. Chief of Party will provide programmatic and technical leadership for proposed USAID funded service delivery project in South Sudan. This includes directing program resources to ensure timely and cost-effective implementation of Program activities. This includes directing program resources to ensure timely and cost-effective implementation of program activities and developing and maintaining collaborative partnerships with project partners and country stakeholders, be responsible for ensuring the project reporting requirements are met, and manage the donor relationship.
Responsibilities:
Provide programmatic leadership and strategic direction to an integrated public health program to increase the availability and use of high quality services in key areas
Ensure technical and financial integrity of the Program and alignment of activities with Program goals, objectives and targets
Ensure that the Program is technically sound, evidence-based and responsive to the needs of the country, its people and donors
Direct the planning, implementation and management of the Program, ensuring the Program’s administrative and financial integrity
Write and/or review technical components of materials and publications related to the Program and its development
Develop and maintain strong relationships and alliances with USAID, MOH and other key stakeholders in South Sudan to maximize resources and avoid duplication of efforts
Provide guidance, mentoring and oversight to Program staff and partners in the areas of institutional capacity, MNH, FP/RH, malaria, water and sanitation, community mobilization, and health information systems
Represent the Program in all matters pertaining to the execution of Program-related activities
Inform Jhpiego headquarters of Program successes, challenges and lessons learned
Represent Jhpiego’s interests in public and professional circles through meetings, conferences and presentations
Lead the annual work planning process in close collaboration with USAID, MOH and Program team
Ensure high-quality program implementation, consistent with South Sudan’s national health guidelines
Mentor, support, supervise and manage a team of highly qualified staff, and align their efforts in concert with program goals
Work collaboratively with Program team members to ensure necessary program planning, development, resource availability and management activities that function smoothly and efficiently
Promote and support the dissemination of Program information among the Program team
Develop and modify work plans, including budgets, with technical and financial staff
Ensure that resources for Program implementation are available
Maintain productive and consistent communication with Program and technical staff
Work with finance and Program staff to develop and track Program budgets
Work with Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) staff to develop M&E frameworks and effectively track data/results
Work closely with Jhpiego home office staff to ensure effective, timely and coordinated Program implementation
Ensure compliance with USAID operational policies and regulations, including timely Program reporting
Supervise several key members of staff
Required Qualifications:
Advanced degree in public health and/or clinical degree
5+ years experience leading and managing Africa-based international health development programs
10+ years technical expertise combining health service delivery and broad competencies in HIV/AIDS prevention, malaria, and family planning
Strong leadership skills, as well as skills in facilitation, team building and coordination
Proven track record managing a program team composed of several technical experts, program, finance and administrative staff
The ability to liaise with stakeholders including MOH officials at national, state, and county levels, USAID, NGOs, and other partners
How to Apply;
https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/1529/job
Job ID: 2012-1529 Location: SS-
Experience (Years): 10 Posted Date: 3/19/2012
Category: International Positions
More information about this job:
Overview:
Operating in the Central and Western Equatoria States, this large scale integrated program aims to improve service delivery through quality primary health care services and increase community access to these services. Chief of Party will provide programmatic and technical leadership for proposed USAID funded service delivery project in South Sudan. This includes directing program resources to ensure timely and cost-effective implementation of Program activities. This includes directing program resources to ensure timely and cost-effective implementation of program activities and developing and maintaining collaborative partnerships with project partners and country stakeholders, be responsible for ensuring the project reporting requirements are met, and manage the donor relationship.
Responsibilities:
Provide programmatic leadership and strategic direction to an integrated public health program to increase the availability and use of high quality services in key areas
Ensure technical and financial integrity of the Program and alignment of activities with Program goals, objectives and targets
Ensure that the Program is technically sound, evidence-based and responsive to the needs of the country, its people and donors
Direct the planning, implementation and management of the Program, ensuring the Program’s administrative and financial integrity
Write and/or review technical components of materials and publications related to the Program and its development
Develop and maintain strong relationships and alliances with USAID, MOH and other key stakeholders in South Sudan to maximize resources and avoid duplication of efforts
Provide guidance, mentoring and oversight to Program staff and partners in the areas of institutional capacity, MNH, FP/RH, malaria, water and sanitation, community mobilization, and health information systems
Represent the Program in all matters pertaining to the execution of Program-related activities
Inform Jhpiego headquarters of Program successes, challenges and lessons learned
Represent Jhpiego’s interests in public and professional circles through meetings, conferences and presentations
Lead the annual work planning process in close collaboration with USAID, MOH and Program team
Ensure high-quality program implementation, consistent with South Sudan’s national health guidelines
Mentor, support, supervise and manage a team of highly qualified staff, and align their efforts in concert with program goals
Work collaboratively with Program team members to ensure necessary program planning, development, resource availability and management activities that function smoothly and efficiently
Promote and support the dissemination of Program information among the Program team
Develop and modify work plans, including budgets, with technical and financial staff
Ensure that resources for Program implementation are available
Maintain productive and consistent communication with Program and technical staff
Work with finance and Program staff to develop and track Program budgets
Work with Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) staff to develop M&E frameworks and effectively track data/results
Work closely with Jhpiego home office staff to ensure effective, timely and coordinated Program implementation
Ensure compliance with USAID operational policies and regulations, including timely Program reporting
Supervise several key members of staff
Required Qualifications:
Advanced degree in public health and/or clinical degree
5+ years experience leading and managing Africa-based international health development programs
10+ years technical expertise combining health service delivery and broad competencies in HIV/AIDS prevention, malaria, and family planning
Strong leadership skills, as well as skills in facilitation, team building and coordination
Proven track record managing a program team composed of several technical experts, program, finance and administrative staff
The ability to liaise with stakeholders including MOH officials at national, state, and county levels, USAID, NGOs, and other partners
How to Apply;
https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/1529/job
Finance & Administration Manager Job Vacancy at JHPIEGO South Sudan
Job Title:Finance & Administration Manager
Job ID: 2012-1530 Location: SS-
Experience (Years): 7 Posted Date: 3/19/2012
Category: International Positions
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Overview:
Finance and Administration (F&A) Manager will provide leadership in overseeing the financial and contractual aspects of a five-year USAID health program in South Sudan. This large-scale integrated program, operative in two states of South Sudan, aims to improve service delivery through a minimum package of quality primary health care services, and increase community access to these services. As a member of the South Sudan Associate Award Management Team, the Senior F&A Manager works closely with the Chief of Party, Program Staff, and others to ensure accurate financial, contractual and administrative reporting to the management team and to agencies external to Jhpiego. Senior F&A Manager will also ensure financial systems and reports are compatible with standard accounting practices and follow USAID and Jhpiego rules and regulations.
Responsibilities:
Provide guidance to the Chief of Party regarding the financial requirements of the project and office operations
Ensure that USAID resources are appropriately directed to project priorities and are in line with project work plans
Maintain and administer project financial accounting system
Prepare accurate budgets, track expenses, ensure that required financial controls are in place and adhered to, prevent over expenditure of budgets, ensure proper safeguards of funds, and ensure compliance with established USAID, JHU and Jhpiego financial and accounting procedures
Determine updated monthly accruals and projections to support forecasting accuracy and project completion as required
Implement and maintain detailed financial reporting and reimbursement process in accordance with Jhpiego's established financial system
Review, reconcile and monitor all accounts, including major project operating accounts, and petty cash operations involving cash advances
Direct the annual budgeting process for all assigned accounts
Work with the Project Director and Deputy Project Director to assist program staff in developing work plans and annual budgets for program activities and local office costs
Serve as a resource person for non finance staff on USAID, JHU and Jhpiego rules and policy
Work closely with auditors during audits of Jhpiego field program.
Make budget adjustments, and other cost improvement measures, as required
Use various software applications, such as spreadsheets, relational databases, statistical packages, and graphic packages to assemble, manipulate, and format data and/or reports
Prepare responses to donor’s questions on financial information or budget application/proposal numbers.
Ensure compliance by all assigned staff to the JHU and Jhpiego timekeeping requirements, as well as, timely approval of timesheets
Direct and oversee the monitoring and annual auditing of cost-share requirements, tracking and reporting
Under the supervision of the Chief of Party, plan and organize the administrative work of the project
Provide guidance, monitoring, and support to the office administrator and logistics manager, including procurement for goods and services; logistical support for local and international travel for staff and consultants; financial oversight of local sub-grantees as needed; and maintenance of office inventory
Ensure staff time sheets are completed as required and maintain records of leave and attendance for project staff
Provide guidance and support for contracts development and management
Supervise project administrative and logistics staff
Ensure that proper human resources administration procedures are in place for project staff, including tracking of leave, sick days, absence, and other HR actions
Required Qualifications:
BA in Business Administration, Finance or related field, MBA preferred
7+ years experience managing USAID grants and/or sub-contracts in sub-Saharan Africa
Knowledge of USAID or other USG assistance policies and procedures
Demonstrated experience organizing resources and establishing priorities
Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports
Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills in English
Proficient Strong computer skills (word processing, graphic programs and Excel spreadsheets
How to Apply;
https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/1530/job
Job ID: 2012-1530 Location: SS-
Experience (Years): 7 Posted Date: 3/19/2012
Category: International Positions
More information about this job:
Overview:
Finance and Administration (F&A) Manager will provide leadership in overseeing the financial and contractual aspects of a five-year USAID health program in South Sudan. This large-scale integrated program, operative in two states of South Sudan, aims to improve service delivery through a minimum package of quality primary health care services, and increase community access to these services. As a member of the South Sudan Associate Award Management Team, the Senior F&A Manager works closely with the Chief of Party, Program Staff, and others to ensure accurate financial, contractual and administrative reporting to the management team and to agencies external to Jhpiego. Senior F&A Manager will also ensure financial systems and reports are compatible with standard accounting practices and follow USAID and Jhpiego rules and regulations.
Responsibilities:
Provide guidance to the Chief of Party regarding the financial requirements of the project and office operations
Ensure that USAID resources are appropriately directed to project priorities and are in line with project work plans
Maintain and administer project financial accounting system
Prepare accurate budgets, track expenses, ensure that required financial controls are in place and adhered to, prevent over expenditure of budgets, ensure proper safeguards of funds, and ensure compliance with established USAID, JHU and Jhpiego financial and accounting procedures
Determine updated monthly accruals and projections to support forecasting accuracy and project completion as required
Implement and maintain detailed financial reporting and reimbursement process in accordance with Jhpiego's established financial system
Review, reconcile and monitor all accounts, including major project operating accounts, and petty cash operations involving cash advances
Direct the annual budgeting process for all assigned accounts
Work with the Project Director and Deputy Project Director to assist program staff in developing work plans and annual budgets for program activities and local office costs
Serve as a resource person for non finance staff on USAID, JHU and Jhpiego rules and policy
Work closely with auditors during audits of Jhpiego field program.
Make budget adjustments, and other cost improvement measures, as required
Use various software applications, such as spreadsheets, relational databases, statistical packages, and graphic packages to assemble, manipulate, and format data and/or reports
Prepare responses to donor’s questions on financial information or budget application/proposal numbers.
Ensure compliance by all assigned staff to the JHU and Jhpiego timekeeping requirements, as well as, timely approval of timesheets
Direct and oversee the monitoring and annual auditing of cost-share requirements, tracking and reporting
Under the supervision of the Chief of Party, plan and organize the administrative work of the project
Provide guidance, monitoring, and support to the office administrator and logistics manager, including procurement for goods and services; logistical support for local and international travel for staff and consultants; financial oversight of local sub-grantees as needed; and maintenance of office inventory
Ensure staff time sheets are completed as required and maintain records of leave and attendance for project staff
Provide guidance and support for contracts development and management
Supervise project administrative and logistics staff
Ensure that proper human resources administration procedures are in place for project staff, including tracking of leave, sick days, absence, and other HR actions
Required Qualifications:
BA in Business Administration, Finance or related field, MBA preferred
7+ years experience managing USAID grants and/or sub-contracts in sub-Saharan Africa
Knowledge of USAID or other USG assistance policies and procedures
Demonstrated experience organizing resources and establishing priorities
Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports
Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills in English
Proficient Strong computer skills (word processing, graphic programs and Excel spreadsheets
How to Apply;
https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/1530/job
Technical Director Job Vacancy at JHPIEGO
Job Title:Technical Director
Job ID: 2012-1531 Location: SS-
Experience (Years): 10 Posted Date: 3/20/2012
Category: International Positions
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Overview:
Technical Director will provide technical and program support in the areas of maternal and newborn health, family planning, malaria, HIV/AIDS, water and sanitation and/or nutrition to a 5-year USAID health program in South Sudan. This large-scale integrated program, operative in two states of South Sudan, aims to improve service delivery through a minimum package of quality primary health care services, and increase community access to these services. Responsibilities include providing leadership and technical guidance in the development and implementation of integrated health activities under the leadership of the Chief of Party and MCHIP Technical Directors, and utilizing and contributing to cross-cutting approaches, such as performance and quality improvement, together with the project team. This position will ensure the technical and methodological soundness of activities and, in collaboration with the project team and partners, support the design of service delivery strategies, based on sound and current scientific evidence.
Responsibilities:
Contribute to the development of evidence-based, appropriate clinical training materials and standards, supervisory systems and other materials needed for implementation in relation to the technical health areas
Contribute to developing and maintaining excellent relations with colleagues and donors
Provide technical leadership to increase access to, use and quality of services
Review or develop new products in specific areas of expertise including, but not limited to: maternal and newborn health, family planning, malaria, HIV/AIDS, water and sanitation and/or nutrition
Assist in the coordination of assessments and analysis of clinical service delivery issues that impede access to care, and the development and testing of appropriate strategies for a long-term, sustainable resolution
Assist in the assessment of clinical training needs and in the design and implementation of appropriate measures to address those needs
Contribute to ensuring a technically sound, evidence-based and responsive approach to the needs of USAID and the Government of South Sudan
Keep the Chief of Party and project team informed of successes, challenges and lessons learned in implementing programs in areas of technical expertise
Represent Jhpiego in professional forums by participating and presenting in pertinent meetings and conferences
Contribute to the development of workplans, long-term strategies and reporting
Share with program and technical staff experiences, lessons learned and challenges
Provide training, follow-up support and supportive supervision, as necessary with activities
Required Qualifications:
MPH and/or clinical degree
10+ years experience implementing community based child health, reproductive health or other communicable disease programs
5+ years experience designing and implementating family planning, maternal and child health, malaria, HIV/AIDS, water and sanitation and/or nutrition programs
The ability to foster team work and to work as a team member
Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills in English
Proficient in MS Office
How to Apply;
https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/1531/job
Job ID: 2012-1531 Location: SS-
Experience (Years): 10 Posted Date: 3/20/2012
Category: International Positions
More information about this job:
Overview:
Technical Director will provide technical and program support in the areas of maternal and newborn health, family planning, malaria, HIV/AIDS, water and sanitation and/or nutrition to a 5-year USAID health program in South Sudan. This large-scale integrated program, operative in two states of South Sudan, aims to improve service delivery through a minimum package of quality primary health care services, and increase community access to these services. Responsibilities include providing leadership and technical guidance in the development and implementation of integrated health activities under the leadership of the Chief of Party and MCHIP Technical Directors, and utilizing and contributing to cross-cutting approaches, such as performance and quality improvement, together with the project team. This position will ensure the technical and methodological soundness of activities and, in collaboration with the project team and partners, support the design of service delivery strategies, based on sound and current scientific evidence.
Responsibilities:
Contribute to the development of evidence-based, appropriate clinical training materials and standards, supervisory systems and other materials needed for implementation in relation to the technical health areas
Contribute to developing and maintaining excellent relations with colleagues and donors
Provide technical leadership to increase access to, use and quality of services
Review or develop new products in specific areas of expertise including, but not limited to: maternal and newborn health, family planning, malaria, HIV/AIDS, water and sanitation and/or nutrition
Assist in the coordination of assessments and analysis of clinical service delivery issues that impede access to care, and the development and testing of appropriate strategies for a long-term, sustainable resolution
Assist in the assessment of clinical training needs and in the design and implementation of appropriate measures to address those needs
Contribute to ensuring a technically sound, evidence-based and responsive approach to the needs of USAID and the Government of South Sudan
Keep the Chief of Party and project team informed of successes, challenges and lessons learned in implementing programs in areas of technical expertise
Represent Jhpiego in professional forums by participating and presenting in pertinent meetings and conferences
Contribute to the development of workplans, long-term strategies and reporting
Share with program and technical staff experiences, lessons learned and challenges
Provide training, follow-up support and supportive supervision, as necessary with activities
Required Qualifications:
MPH and/or clinical degree
10+ years experience implementing community based child health, reproductive health or other communicable disease programs
5+ years experience designing and implementating family planning, maternal and child health, malaria, HIV/AIDS, water and sanitation and/or nutrition programs
The ability to foster team work and to work as a team member
Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills in English
Proficient in MS Office
How to Apply;
https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/1531/job
Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor Job Vacancy at JHPIEGO
Job Title:Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor
Job ID: 2012-1532 Location: SS-
Experience (Years): 7 Posted Date: 3/22/2012
Category: International Positions
More information about this job:
Overview:
The Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor will manage all M&E related activities for a five-year USAID health program in South Sudan. This large-scale integrated program, operative in two states of South Sudan, aims to improve service delivery through a minimum package of quality primary health care services, and increase community access to these services. Responsibilities include working with the M&E team to design, implement and supervise program monitoring, evaluation and operations research activities, as well as document and disseminate program successes and challenges.
Responsibilities:
Provide technical leadership and guidance for the development of M&E strategies and frameworks to capture project performance and results
Work closely with technical and programmatic staff to ensure integration of M&E efforts in program design, implementation and management to ensure overall compliance with the project’s strategy and objectives
Develop and manage performance monitoring plans
Provide technical leadership and vision related to the strengthening and harmonization of information to improve the availability of and use of data for decision-making
Encourage complete and consistent reporting in target states to generate reliable data through the ongoing collection of monitoring data according to project’s M&E plan
Develop and maintain excellent relationships with colleagues, stakeholders and donors
Supervise and manage a team of M&E assistants
Work with program team to plan and conduct monitoring activities and ensure accurate and timely reporting to USAID
Share M&E data routinely with the project team, partners and stakeholders
Provide updates on progress made, direction, approaches and successes of project activities to the Chief of Party and to Jhpiego Headquarters, as appropriate
Develop reports based on collected data to show program impact when possible, improve performance and effectiveness, and inform planning and management decisions
Assist in preparing technical reports, presentations and/or manuscripts for publications based on M&E data
Participate in workplan and budget reviews as required
Required Qualifications:
Degree in public health, epidemiology, statistics or related social science; master’s degree preferred
At least seven years of applied skills in designing and implementing monitoring and evaluating activities and special studies for maternal health, family planning or related programs
Experience in monitoring efforts for large, USAID-funded projects
Demonstrable analytical skills and experiences to identify and evaluate best practices and state-of-the-art approaches to be utilized by the project
Experience developing and managing performance monitoring plans
Strong writing and organizational skills for reporting on program and study results
Strong technical skills, including the ability to process and analyze data using one or more statistical software packages, including at least one of the following: SPSS, Epi-Info, Stata, MS Access
Experienced in integrating M&E demands and expectations of USAID missions into the overall M&E design of a program
Areas of expertise should include monitoring and evaluation of integrated health programs at the community and national levels, capacity building in M&E, routine health information systems, facility survey design and application, and applications of research and evaluation findings
Fluency in English
Prior experience working in sub-Saharan Africa preferred
Familiarity with South Sudan’s Health Management Information System preferred
How to Apply;
https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/1532/job
Job ID: 2012-1532 Location: SS-
Experience (Years): 7 Posted Date: 3/22/2012
Category: International Positions
More information about this job:
Overview:
The Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor will manage all M&E related activities for a five-year USAID health program in South Sudan. This large-scale integrated program, operative in two states of South Sudan, aims to improve service delivery through a minimum package of quality primary health care services, and increase community access to these services. Responsibilities include working with the M&E team to design, implement and supervise program monitoring, evaluation and operations research activities, as well as document and disseminate program successes and challenges.
Responsibilities:
Provide technical leadership and guidance for the development of M&E strategies and frameworks to capture project performance and results
Work closely with technical and programmatic staff to ensure integration of M&E efforts in program design, implementation and management to ensure overall compliance with the project’s strategy and objectives
Develop and manage performance monitoring plans
Provide technical leadership and vision related to the strengthening and harmonization of information to improve the availability of and use of data for decision-making
Encourage complete and consistent reporting in target states to generate reliable data through the ongoing collection of monitoring data according to project’s M&E plan
Develop and maintain excellent relationships with colleagues, stakeholders and donors
Supervise and manage a team of M&E assistants
Work with program team to plan and conduct monitoring activities and ensure accurate and timely reporting to USAID
Share M&E data routinely with the project team, partners and stakeholders
Provide updates on progress made, direction, approaches and successes of project activities to the Chief of Party and to Jhpiego Headquarters, as appropriate
Develop reports based on collected data to show program impact when possible, improve performance and effectiveness, and inform planning and management decisions
Assist in preparing technical reports, presentations and/or manuscripts for publications based on M&E data
Participate in workplan and budget reviews as required
Required Qualifications:
Degree in public health, epidemiology, statistics or related social science; master’s degree preferred
At least seven years of applied skills in designing and implementing monitoring and evaluating activities and special studies for maternal health, family planning or related programs
Experience in monitoring efforts for large, USAID-funded projects
Demonstrable analytical skills and experiences to identify and evaluate best practices and state-of-the-art approaches to be utilized by the project
Experience developing and managing performance monitoring plans
Strong writing and organizational skills for reporting on program and study results
Strong technical skills, including the ability to process and analyze data using one or more statistical software packages, including at least one of the following: SPSS, Epi-Info, Stata, MS Access
Experienced in integrating M&E demands and expectations of USAID missions into the overall M&E design of a program
Areas of expertise should include monitoring and evaluation of integrated health programs at the community and national levels, capacity building in M&E, routine health information systems, facility survey design and application, and applications of research and evaluation findings
Fluency in English
Prior experience working in sub-Saharan Africa preferred
Familiarity with South Sudan’s Health Management Information System preferred
How to Apply;
https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/1532/job
Project Manager - Central Equatoria State Job Vacancy at JHPIEGO South Sudan
Job Title:Project Manager - Central Equatoria State
Job ID: 2012-1533 Location: SS-
Experience (Years): 5 Posted Date: 3/22/2012
Category: International Positions
More information about this job:
Overview:
The Central Equatoria State (CES) Project Manager will manage the day-to-day operations of program implementation for a five-year USAID health program in South Sudan. This large-scale integrated program, operative in two states of South Sudan, aims to improve service delivery through a minimum package of quality primary health care services, and increase community access to these services. The Project Manager will ensure timely and cost-effective project implementation, reporting of activity results, and is responsible for project deliverables. S/he will be responsible for managing subcontractors and their scope of work activities, and will have oversight over the office support staff. This Project Manager will be based out of the project’s central office in Juba.
Responsibilities:
Provide project leadership and strategic direction in all areas to ensure the project’s technical and financial integrity and to achieve project goals, objectives and targets.
Liaise with satellite office to ensure consistent implementation as per the project’s goals, objectives, and workplan.
Implement activities and ensure that the project is technically sound, evidence-based and responsive to the needs of the country, its people and donors.
Write and/or review technical components of materials and publications related to the project and its development.
Develop and maintain excellent relationships with colleagues and donors in the country/ region.
Work collaboratively with other project team members to ensure that necessary project planning, development, resource availability and management activities function smoothly and efficiently.
Ensure high-quality implementation, consistent with South Sudan’s national health guidelines.
Draft, edit and proofread technical materials and reports of project activities and results for the donor, including progress and annual reports.
Promote and support the dissemination of project information among the project team.
Develop/modify work plan including budgets with technical advisors and F&A Manager.
Ensure that resources for project implementation are available.
Work with project and financial staff to prepare and track progress of project and activity budgets.
Maintain productive and consistent communication with project and technical staff.
Work with M&E staff to develop M&E framework and track data/results.
Ensure that the project meets set targets.
Work collaboratively with project and headquarters staff to assure proper financial projections, reporting, spending and compliance with project terms and conditions.
Ensure compliance with USAID operational policies and regulations.
Required Qualifications:
Master’s level degree in a relevant field such as public health, public administration, health administration, nursing, medicine, another health profession, etc.
At least five years of experience in managing donor funded projects and in the design and implementation of overseas health projects.
Experience in managing small grants or sub-contracts with international health NGOS and/or other civil society organizations.
Familiarity with USAID or other USG administrative, management and reporting procedures and systems.
Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Knowledge of South Sudan health systems preferred.
The ability to foster team work and to work as a team member.
How to Apply;
https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/1533/job
Job ID: 2012-1533 Location: SS-
Experience (Years): 5 Posted Date: 3/22/2012
Category: International Positions
More information about this job:
Overview:
The Central Equatoria State (CES) Project Manager will manage the day-to-day operations of program implementation for a five-year USAID health program in South Sudan. This large-scale integrated program, operative in two states of South Sudan, aims to improve service delivery through a minimum package of quality primary health care services, and increase community access to these services. The Project Manager will ensure timely and cost-effective project implementation, reporting of activity results, and is responsible for project deliverables. S/he will be responsible for managing subcontractors and their scope of work activities, and will have oversight over the office support staff. This Project Manager will be based out of the project’s central office in Juba.
Responsibilities:
Provide project leadership and strategic direction in all areas to ensure the project’s technical and financial integrity and to achieve project goals, objectives and targets.
Liaise with satellite office to ensure consistent implementation as per the project’s goals, objectives, and workplan.
Implement activities and ensure that the project is technically sound, evidence-based and responsive to the needs of the country, its people and donors.
Write and/or review technical components of materials and publications related to the project and its development.
Develop and maintain excellent relationships with colleagues and donors in the country/ region.
Work collaboratively with other project team members to ensure that necessary project planning, development, resource availability and management activities function smoothly and efficiently.
Ensure high-quality implementation, consistent with South Sudan’s national health guidelines.
Draft, edit and proofread technical materials and reports of project activities and results for the donor, including progress and annual reports.
Promote and support the dissemination of project information among the project team.
Develop/modify work plan including budgets with technical advisors and F&A Manager.
Ensure that resources for project implementation are available.
Work with project and financial staff to prepare and track progress of project and activity budgets.
Maintain productive and consistent communication with project and technical staff.
Work with M&E staff to develop M&E framework and track data/results.
Ensure that the project meets set targets.
Work collaboratively with project and headquarters staff to assure proper financial projections, reporting, spending and compliance with project terms and conditions.
Ensure compliance with USAID operational policies and regulations.
Required Qualifications:
Master’s level degree in a relevant field such as public health, public administration, health administration, nursing, medicine, another health profession, etc.
At least five years of experience in managing donor funded projects and in the design and implementation of overseas health projects.
Experience in managing small grants or sub-contracts with international health NGOS and/or other civil society organizations.
Familiarity with USAID or other USG administrative, management and reporting procedures and systems.
Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Knowledge of South Sudan health systems preferred.
The ability to foster team work and to work as a team member.
How to Apply;
https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/1533/job
Project Manager - West Equatoria State Job Vacancy at JHPIEGO South Sudan
Job Title:Project Manager - West Equatoria State
Job ID: 2012-1534 Location: SS-
Experience (Years): 5 Posted Date: 3/22/2012
Category: International Positions
More information about this job:
Overview:
The Western Equatoria State (WES) Project Manager will manage the day-to-day operations of program implementation for a five-year USAID health program in South Sudan. This large-scale integrated program, operative in two states of South Sudan, aims to improve service delivery through a minimum package of quality primary health care services, and increase community access to these services. The Project Manager will ensure timely and cost-effective project implementation, reporting of activity results, and is responsible for project deliverables. S/he will be responsible for managing subcontractors and their scope of work activities, and will have oversight over the office support staff. This staff member will be based out of the project’s satellite office in Western Equatoria State.
Responsibilities:
Provide project leadership and strategic direction in all areas to ensure the project’s technical and financial integrity and to achieve project goals, objectives and targets.
Liaise with Juba office to ensure consistent implementation as per the project’s goals, objectives, and workplan.
Implement activities and ensure that the project is technically sound, evidence-based and responsive to the needs of the country, its people and donors.
Write and/or review technical components of materials and publications related to the project and its development.
Develop and maintain excellent relationships with colleagues and donors in the country/ region.
Work collaboratively with other project team members to ensure that necessary project planning, development, resource availability and management activities function smoothly and efficiently.
Ensure high-quality implementation, consistent with South Sudan’s national health guidelines.
Draft, edit and proofread technical materials and reports of project activities and results for the donor, including progress and annual reports.
Promote and support the dissemination of project information among the project team.
Develop/modify work plan including budgets with technical advisors and F&A Manager.
Ensure that resources for project implementation are available.
Work with project and financial staff to prepare and track progress of project and activity budgets.
Maintain productive and consistent communication with project and technical staff.
Work with M&E staff to develop M&E framework and track data/results.
Ensure that the project meets set targets.
Work collaboratively with project and headquarters staff to assure proper financial projections, reporting, spending and compliance with project terms and conditions.
Ensure compliance with USAID operational policies and regulations.
Required Qualifications:
Master’s level degree in a relevant field such as public health, public administration, health administration, nursing, medicine, another health profession, etc.
At least five years of experience in managing donor funded projects and in the design and implementation of overseas health projects.
Experience in managing small grants or sub-contracts with international health NGOS and/or other civil society organizations.
Familiarity with USAID or other USG administrative, management and reporting procedures and systems.
Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Knowledge of South Sudan health systems preferred.
The ability to foster team work and to work as a team member.
Willingness to be based in a satellite project office in Western Equatoria State.
How to Apply;
https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/1534/job
Job ID: 2012-1534 Location: SS-
Experience (Years): 5 Posted Date: 3/22/2012
Category: International Positions
More information about this job:
Overview:
The Western Equatoria State (WES) Project Manager will manage the day-to-day operations of program implementation for a five-year USAID health program in South Sudan. This large-scale integrated program, operative in two states of South Sudan, aims to improve service delivery through a minimum package of quality primary health care services, and increase community access to these services. The Project Manager will ensure timely and cost-effective project implementation, reporting of activity results, and is responsible for project deliverables. S/he will be responsible for managing subcontractors and their scope of work activities, and will have oversight over the office support staff. This staff member will be based out of the project’s satellite office in Western Equatoria State.
Responsibilities:
Provide project leadership and strategic direction in all areas to ensure the project’s technical and financial integrity and to achieve project goals, objectives and targets.
Liaise with Juba office to ensure consistent implementation as per the project’s goals, objectives, and workplan.
Implement activities and ensure that the project is technically sound, evidence-based and responsive to the needs of the country, its people and donors.
Write and/or review technical components of materials and publications related to the project and its development.
Develop and maintain excellent relationships with colleagues and donors in the country/ region.
Work collaboratively with other project team members to ensure that necessary project planning, development, resource availability and management activities function smoothly and efficiently.
Ensure high-quality implementation, consistent with South Sudan’s national health guidelines.
Draft, edit and proofread technical materials and reports of project activities and results for the donor, including progress and annual reports.
Promote and support the dissemination of project information among the project team.
Develop/modify work plan including budgets with technical advisors and F&A Manager.
Ensure that resources for project implementation are available.
Work with project and financial staff to prepare and track progress of project and activity budgets.
Maintain productive and consistent communication with project and technical staff.
Work with M&E staff to develop M&E framework and track data/results.
Ensure that the project meets set targets.
Work collaboratively with project and headquarters staff to assure proper financial projections, reporting, spending and compliance with project terms and conditions.
Ensure compliance with USAID operational policies and regulations.
Required Qualifications:
Master’s level degree in a relevant field such as public health, public administration, health administration, nursing, medicine, another health profession, etc.
At least five years of experience in managing donor funded projects and in the design and implementation of overseas health projects.
Experience in managing small grants or sub-contracts with international health NGOS and/or other civil society organizations.
Familiarity with USAID or other USG administrative, management and reporting procedures and systems.
Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Knowledge of South Sudan health systems preferred.
The ability to foster team work and to work as a team member.
Willingness to be based in a satellite project office in Western Equatoria State.
How to Apply;
https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/1534/job
JHPIEGO Job Vacancy -Chief of Party Zambia
Job Title:Chief of Party
Job ID: 2012-1540 Location: ZM-
Experience (Years): .. Posted Date: 3/29/2012
Category: International Positions
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Overview:
The Chief of Party will provide overall programmatic and managerial oversight to an upcoming UKAID funded award in Zambia focusing on HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and treatment, specifically on male circumcision. S/he will guide the strategic planning, design and implementation of the project and be responsible for and manage all donor and partner relationships. S/he will work closely with Ministry of Health (MOH) to streamline efforts and ensure complementarities of projects. S/he will manage a multi-partner (international and local NGOs) consortium. S/he will ensure timely and cost-effective project implementation, reporting of activities, and will be responsible for all project deliverables to the donor. S/he will ensure timely and cost-effective project implementation, reporting of activities, and will be responsible for all project deliverables. S/he will supervise a team of highly qualified staff.
Responsibilities:
Lead annual work planning process
Facilitate the development of innovative project approaches and interventions
Collaborate with the Senior Technical Team to oversee project activities, ensure timely implementation, and timely and accurate reporting to donor
Engage with Zambian stakeholders working on similar projects to support the MOH and district health management teams with a coordinated response
Supervise and manage a team of highly qualified staff (mostly Zambian nationals) and align their efforts in concert with project goals
Represent the project in all matters pertaining to the execution of project-related activities
Provide updates on the progress made, direction, approaches and successes of the project to donor and partners, and internally within Jhpiego
Work with finance and project staff to develop and track project budgets and provide oversight on core funding agreements
Required Qualifications:
Clinical and/or management Master’s degree in public health
Demonstrated ability to manage large (funding range between $10-50M) UKAID-supported public health projects and budgets
10+ years of professional, progressively more responsible management experience of international public health programs phases (design, implementation, monitor, reporting, and financial management)
Experience managing a multi-partner consortium (both international and local NGOs)
Experience developing successful, replicable and sustainable projects in East and Southern Africa preferably in Zambia
Experience designing and managing complex HIV/AIDS, prevention, care and treatment programs
Proven leadership skills and expertise in strategic program planning, implementation and management
Ability to build capacity and collaboration between governmental and non-governmental partners and other project implementers
Experience designing and supervising activities with a facility/community interface. Has experience building the capacity of community based organizations to implement project activities.
Solid work experience in Zambia health sector
Understanding of donor’s regulations and compliance, reporting requirements, and health strategic framework
Ability to travel in Zambia and internationally
Fluent in written and spoken English
Experience in leading annual workplans, incorporating national Technical Working Groups directives, and collaborating on local action plans.
Ability to communicate effectively, instilling trust and confidence. Excellent interpersonal and written and oral presentation skills.
Ability to work in a complex environment charged with multiple tasks, short deadlines and intense pressure to perform
Capacity for analyzing technical problems and issues that impede efforts to provide improved health care to populations; developing technical solutions to these problems/issues and assisting in the design of operational research that could yield appropriate solutions
A team player accustomed to building team capacity, delegating working teams, and developing communities of learning among host country partners and counterparts
How to Apply;
https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/1540/job
Job ID: 2012-1540 Location: ZM-
Experience (Years): .. Posted Date: 3/29/2012
Category: International Positions
More information about this job:
Overview:
The Chief of Party will provide overall programmatic and managerial oversight to an upcoming UKAID funded award in Zambia focusing on HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and treatment, specifically on male circumcision. S/he will guide the strategic planning, design and implementation of the project and be responsible for and manage all donor and partner relationships. S/he will work closely with Ministry of Health (MOH) to streamline efforts and ensure complementarities of projects. S/he will manage a multi-partner (international and local NGOs) consortium. S/he will ensure timely and cost-effective project implementation, reporting of activities, and will be responsible for all project deliverables to the donor. S/he will ensure timely and cost-effective project implementation, reporting of activities, and will be responsible for all project deliverables. S/he will supervise a team of highly qualified staff.
Responsibilities:
Lead annual work planning process
Facilitate the development of innovative project approaches and interventions
Collaborate with the Senior Technical Team to oversee project activities, ensure timely implementation, and timely and accurate reporting to donor
Engage with Zambian stakeholders working on similar projects to support the MOH and district health management teams with a coordinated response
Supervise and manage a team of highly qualified staff (mostly Zambian nationals) and align their efforts in concert with project goals
Represent the project in all matters pertaining to the execution of project-related activities
Provide updates on the progress made, direction, approaches and successes of the project to donor and partners, and internally within Jhpiego
Work with finance and project staff to develop and track project budgets and provide oversight on core funding agreements
Required Qualifications:
Clinical and/or management Master’s degree in public health
Demonstrated ability to manage large (funding range between $10-50M) UKAID-supported public health projects and budgets
10+ years of professional, progressively more responsible management experience of international public health programs phases (design, implementation, monitor, reporting, and financial management)
Experience managing a multi-partner consortium (both international and local NGOs)
Experience developing successful, replicable and sustainable projects in East and Southern Africa preferably in Zambia
Experience designing and managing complex HIV/AIDS, prevention, care and treatment programs
Proven leadership skills and expertise in strategic program planning, implementation and management
Ability to build capacity and collaboration between governmental and non-governmental partners and other project implementers
Experience designing and supervising activities with a facility/community interface. Has experience building the capacity of community based organizations to implement project activities.
Solid work experience in Zambia health sector
Understanding of donor’s regulations and compliance, reporting requirements, and health strategic framework
Ability to travel in Zambia and internationally
Fluent in written and spoken English
Experience in leading annual workplans, incorporating national Technical Working Groups directives, and collaborating on local action plans.
Ability to communicate effectively, instilling trust and confidence. Excellent interpersonal and written and oral presentation skills.
Ability to work in a complex environment charged with multiple tasks, short deadlines and intense pressure to perform
Capacity for analyzing technical problems and issues that impede efforts to provide improved health care to populations; developing technical solutions to these problems/issues and assisting in the design of operational research that could yield appropriate solutions
A team player accustomed to building team capacity, delegating working teams, and developing communities of learning among host country partners and counterparts
How to Apply;
https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/1540/job
Finance and Administration Officer Job Vacancy at JHPIEGO Zambia
Job Title:Finance and Administration Officer
Job ID: 2012-1541 Location: ZM-
Experience (Years): .. Posted Date: 3/29/2012
Category: International Positions
More information about this job:
Overview:
Oversees all financial planning, budgeting and reporting. Manages day-to-day coordination of financial activities Ensures cost consciousness, efficient spending and compliance with all UKAID regulations. Manages all sub-grants, ensuring compliance and reporting of sub-awardees. Provides technical assistance to partner finance departments as needed to ensure the highest level of integrity in financial operations. Oversees finance support staff.
Responsibilities:
Oversee all financial planning, budgeting and reporting
If applicable, provide financial oversight to project provincial offices.
Prepare accurate budgets, track expenses, ensure that required financial controls and cost performance monitoring mechanisms are in place and adhered to, prevent over expenditure of budgets, ensure proper safeguards of funds, and ensure compliance with established donor and headquarters’ financial and accounting procedures
Apply detailed financial reporting and reimbursement process in accordance with established financial system
Manage all sub-grants to local grantees ensuring sub-awardees’ compliance and reporting
Review, reconcile and monitor all accounts, including major program operating accounts and petty cash operations involving cash advances
Provide guidance and support for contracts development and management
Ensure that proper human resources administration procedures are in place for project staff, including tracking of leave, sick days, absence and other human resources actions
Work collaboratively with other project team members to ensure necessary project planning, development, resource availability and management activities function smoothly and efficiently
Contribute to project team in developing work plans and annual budgets for project activities and local office costs
Contribute to timely, accurate and appropriate reporting of financials to the donor, including status reports
Work collaboratively with the project team and headquarters staff to ensure proper project and financial reporting, spending and compliance with project terms and conditions
Serve as a resource person for non-finance staff on UKAID rules and policies
Work closely with auditors during field programs audits
Provide guidance, monitoring and support to project team, including procurement for goods and services, logistical support for local and international travel for staff and consultants, financial oversight of local sub-grantees (as needed) and maintenance of office inventory
Ensure staff timesheets are completed as required and maintain records of leave and attendance for project staff
Ensure that Jhpiego personal files for project staff have all the relevant records including employment agreement and job description
Liaise with Jhpiego’s headquarters finance staff on financial reporting
Required Qualifications:
BA in finance or accounting with 5+ years of financial and administrative experience
Demonstrated experience managing finances for cooperative agreements and contracts for public health programs of more than US$1M per year in developing countries, with emphasis on at least two of the following technical areas: HIV/AIDS or TB, maternal, newborn and child health; nutrition; family planning; malaria control
5+ years of senior-level work experience with UKAID or other donors
Knowledge of cost principles, reporting requirements and regulations regarding implementation of UKAID or USG awards
Familiarity with UKAID policies and administrative procedures
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and QuickBooks
Excellent interpersonal, leadership, writing and oral presentation skills
Fluency in English
Proficiency in writing and editing letters, reports and documents
Ability to travel nationally and internationally
How to Apply;
https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/1541/job
Job ID: 2012-1541 Location: ZM-
Experience (Years): .. Posted Date: 3/29/2012
Category: International Positions
More information about this job:
Overview:
Oversees all financial planning, budgeting and reporting. Manages day-to-day coordination of financial activities Ensures cost consciousness, efficient spending and compliance with all UKAID regulations. Manages all sub-grants, ensuring compliance and reporting of sub-awardees. Provides technical assistance to partner finance departments as needed to ensure the highest level of integrity in financial operations. Oversees finance support staff.
Responsibilities:
Oversee all financial planning, budgeting and reporting
If applicable, provide financial oversight to project provincial offices.
Prepare accurate budgets, track expenses, ensure that required financial controls and cost performance monitoring mechanisms are in place and adhered to, prevent over expenditure of budgets, ensure proper safeguards of funds, and ensure compliance with established donor and headquarters’ financial and accounting procedures
Apply detailed financial reporting and reimbursement process in accordance with established financial system
Manage all sub-grants to local grantees ensuring sub-awardees’ compliance and reporting
Review, reconcile and monitor all accounts, including major program operating accounts and petty cash operations involving cash advances
Provide guidance and support for contracts development and management
Ensure that proper human resources administration procedures are in place for project staff, including tracking of leave, sick days, absence and other human resources actions
Work collaboratively with other project team members to ensure necessary project planning, development, resource availability and management activities function smoothly and efficiently
Contribute to project team in developing work plans and annual budgets for project activities and local office costs
Contribute to timely, accurate and appropriate reporting of financials to the donor, including status reports
Work collaboratively with the project team and headquarters staff to ensure proper project and financial reporting, spending and compliance with project terms and conditions
Serve as a resource person for non-finance staff on UKAID rules and policies
Work closely with auditors during field programs audits
Provide guidance, monitoring and support to project team, including procurement for goods and services, logistical support for local and international travel for staff and consultants, financial oversight of local sub-grantees (as needed) and maintenance of office inventory
Ensure staff timesheets are completed as required and maintain records of leave and attendance for project staff
Ensure that Jhpiego personal files for project staff have all the relevant records including employment agreement and job description
Liaise with Jhpiego’s headquarters finance staff on financial reporting
Required Qualifications:
BA in finance or accounting with 5+ years of financial and administrative experience
Demonstrated experience managing finances for cooperative agreements and contracts for public health programs of more than US$1M per year in developing countries, with emphasis on at least two of the following technical areas: HIV/AIDS or TB, maternal, newborn and child health; nutrition; family planning; malaria control
5+ years of senior-level work experience with UKAID or other donors
Knowledge of cost principles, reporting requirements and regulations regarding implementation of UKAID or USG awards
Familiarity with UKAID policies and administrative procedures
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and QuickBooks
Excellent interpersonal, leadership, writing and oral presentation skills
Fluency in English
Proficiency in writing and editing letters, reports and documents
Ability to travel nationally and internationally
How to Apply;
https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/1541/job
Sr. Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor Job Vacancy at JHPIEGO Ghana
Job Title:Sr. Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor
Job ID: 2012-1549 Location: GH-
Experience (Years): .. Posted Date: 4/3/2012
Category: International Positions
Overview:
The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Advisor will provide overall leadership to all project monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities and M&E staff for all program areas, including designing and maintaining routine monitoring and reporting system, data collection, operations research, ensuring data quality, documenting and disseminating project results for Jhpiego staff, partners and funders, and ensuring timely reporting to USAID. S/he will design and manage an M&E system to establish M&E frameworks for a regional West African RH/FP program, develop PMP and develop M&E reporting frameworks for subcontractors. S/he will participate in capacity building of local organizations and Jhpiego field staff in M&E.
Responsibilities:
Lead the development of project M&E strategies, frameworks, plans and indicators to capture project performance and results and in support of the USAID M&E system
Provide technical leadership and guidance to technical and program staff in planning and implementing M&E systems and activities, data-based program decision-making, and results reporting
Provide leadership in application of Jhpiego M&E standards
Represent Jhpiego in professional circles and develop/ maintain excellent relationships with Jhpiego staff, donor, MOH, subcontractors and partners
Lead capacity development of program staff, project counterparts and regional collaborators and/or subcontractors at all levels to participate in and lead, as needed, monitoring and evaluation of project activities, and data use for programmatic decision-making
Lead documentation of project results, successes, challenges and lessons learned, including timely reporting to USAID
Write/review technical components of materials, publications, and progress and annual reports as appropriate
In collaboration with program staff and counterparts, ensure implementation of M&E strategies and frameworks
In collaboration with program and financial staff, ensure necessary budgeting and help track M&E budgets related to project and activity budgets
In collaboration with project management, identify programmatic successes, challenges and lessons learned, and ensure appropriate flow of information for project management, staff, and colleagues
In collaboration with program staff, ensure that necessary M&E planning, budgeting, and management activities occur to facilitate smooth and efficient program functioning
Oversee Jhpiego M&E field staff
Required Qualifications:
Adanced degree in public health, epidemiology, statistics, or related social science
8+ years of applied skills in designing and implementing monitoring and evaluating activities and operations research/ special studies for reproductive health and family planning related programs
Firm command of M&E issues related to family planning and reproductive health programs
Experience in supervising monitoring efforts for large, publicly-funded projects
Demonstrable analytical skills and experiences to identify and evaluate best practices and state-of-the-art approaches to be utilized by the project
Strong writing and organizational skills for reporting on program and study results
Ability to travel up to 40% of the time
Strong technical skills, including ability to process and analyze data using one or more statistical software packages, including at least one of the following: SPSS, Epi-Info, Stata, MS Access
Experienced in integrating M&E demands and expectations of USAID missions into the overall M&E design of a program
Well-versed in training, mentoring and supervision of M&E technical staff.
Technical and experiential knowledge of the range of applied research and monitoring and evaluation techniques, including the relationship of information systems to program, field, and global initiatives
Areas of expertise should include monitoring and evaluation of USAID programs at the community and national levels, capacity building in M&E, routine health information systems, facility survey design and application, data quality assessment and applications of research and evaluation findings
Extensive knowledge of and experience in the international health program development field; knowledge of international and U.S. donor agencies and private sector foundations
Experience in the development of strategic and tactical plans in collaboration with others (stakeholders) who may represent a wide range of interests and needs
Relevant experience working in West Africa
Fluency in written and spoken English and French
How to Apply;
https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/1549/job
Job ID: 2012-1549 Location: GH-
Experience (Years): .. Posted Date: 4/3/2012
Category: International Positions
Overview:
The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Advisor will provide overall leadership to all project monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities and M&E staff for all program areas, including designing and maintaining routine monitoring and reporting system, data collection, operations research, ensuring data quality, documenting and disseminating project results for Jhpiego staff, partners and funders, and ensuring timely reporting to USAID. S/he will design and manage an M&E system to establish M&E frameworks for a regional West African RH/FP program, develop PMP and develop M&E reporting frameworks for subcontractors. S/he will participate in capacity building of local organizations and Jhpiego field staff in M&E.
Responsibilities:
Lead the development of project M&E strategies, frameworks, plans and indicators to capture project performance and results and in support of the USAID M&E system
Provide technical leadership and guidance to technical and program staff in planning and implementing M&E systems and activities, data-based program decision-making, and results reporting
Provide leadership in application of Jhpiego M&E standards
Represent Jhpiego in professional circles and develop/ maintain excellent relationships with Jhpiego staff, donor, MOH, subcontractors and partners
Lead capacity development of program staff, project counterparts and regional collaborators and/or subcontractors at all levels to participate in and lead, as needed, monitoring and evaluation of project activities, and data use for programmatic decision-making
Lead documentation of project results, successes, challenges and lessons learned, including timely reporting to USAID
Write/review technical components of materials, publications, and progress and annual reports as appropriate
In collaboration with program staff and counterparts, ensure implementation of M&E strategies and frameworks
In collaboration with program and financial staff, ensure necessary budgeting and help track M&E budgets related to project and activity budgets
In collaboration with project management, identify programmatic successes, challenges and lessons learned, and ensure appropriate flow of information for project management, staff, and colleagues
In collaboration with program staff, ensure that necessary M&E planning, budgeting, and management activities occur to facilitate smooth and efficient program functioning
Oversee Jhpiego M&E field staff
Required Qualifications:
Adanced degree in public health, epidemiology, statistics, or related social science
8+ years of applied skills in designing and implementing monitoring and evaluating activities and operations research/ special studies for reproductive health and family planning related programs
Firm command of M&E issues related to family planning and reproductive health programs
Experience in supervising monitoring efforts for large, publicly-funded projects
Demonstrable analytical skills and experiences to identify and evaluate best practices and state-of-the-art approaches to be utilized by the project
Strong writing and organizational skills for reporting on program and study results
Ability to travel up to 40% of the time
Strong technical skills, including ability to process and analyze data using one or more statistical software packages, including at least one of the following: SPSS, Epi-Info, Stata, MS Access
Experienced in integrating M&E demands and expectations of USAID missions into the overall M&E design of a program
Well-versed in training, mentoring and supervision of M&E technical staff.
Technical and experiential knowledge of the range of applied research and monitoring and evaluation techniques, including the relationship of information systems to program, field, and global initiatives
Areas of expertise should include monitoring and evaluation of USAID programs at the community and national levels, capacity building in M&E, routine health information systems, facility survey design and application, data quality assessment and applications of research and evaluation findings
Extensive knowledge of and experience in the international health program development field; knowledge of international and U.S. donor agencies and private sector foundations
Experience in the development of strategic and tactical plans in collaboration with others (stakeholders) who may represent a wide range of interests and needs
Relevant experience working in West Africa
Fluency in written and spoken English and French
How to Apply;
https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/1549/job
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