Chief of Party Job Vacancy at PSI Malawi

Job Title Chief of Party, Malawi* Requisition Number 1043 City Lilongwe Country Malawi Job Description-Overview Population Services International (PSI) is the world's leading non-profit social marketing organization, with a mission to measurably improve the health of poor and vulnerable people in the developing world by influencing their behavior, principally through social marketing of family planning and health products and services, and health communications. PSI has programs in more than 60 countries and works in malaria, HIV, reproductive health, child survival, and tuberculosis. PSI's core values are a belief in markets and market mechanisms to contribute to sustained improvements in the lives of the poor; results and a strong focus on measurement; speed and efficiency with a predisposition to action and an aversion to bureaucracy; decentralization and empowering our staff at the local level; and a long term commitment to the people we serve. For more information, please visit www.psi.org PSI seeks entrepreneurial, dynamic candidates with significant technical expertise in social marketing and total market development for the position of Chief of Party for a DFID-funded program to scale up the provision of family planning and related sexual health interventions in Malawi. This position will be based in Lilongwe, and reports to the Country Representative. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Oversee the development, management and implementation of a FP/RH program • Serve as the donor's main point of contact on the program • Lead intensive efforts to increase local technical, managerial, and leadership capacity through training, mentoring and on the job supervision for PSI local affiliates and local non-PSI social marketing organizations • Provide programmatic and technical support to marketing, communications and sales departments for reproductive health • Expand, monitor, and identify opportunities for increased efficiencies of distribution channels through public and private sector • Lead and monitor the development of marketing and annual work plans • Assist in design, implementation and oversight of research activities, working closely with research and marketing departments to assure research is driving an ‘evidence to action' approach to social marketing activities • Oversee and support local finance and administrative operations • Develop and manage donor budgets • Implement and strengthen organizational policies, procedures and systems • Coordinate and/or review donor reports, including financial and other reports as required by donors and PSI • Assist in the development of external relations, in particular with government, NGO, donors and the private sector • Assist the Country Representative with other duties as necessary Job Description - Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: • Relevant graduate degree (MBA, MIA, MPH, etc.) or equivalent experience in related field • At least five years of experience in programmatic and financial management of large donor funded RH/FP programs • At least 4 years of experience managing a team in a developing country • Knowledge of methodologies in research and marketing (communications and distribution) • Knowledge of consumer marketing concepts and approaches • In-depth knowledge of international development, reproductive health and family planning issues • Capacity-building experience in a developing country • Creativity and entrepreneurial outlook • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Ability to work efficiently and quickly in a fast paced environment Preference will be given to candidates with exceptional diplomatic skills and an understanding of PSI country platform contexts and operating realities. *Note that this position is contingent upon funding. How to Apply; https://2xrecruit.kenexa.com/kr/cc/jsp/public/jobSearchResults.jsf

Chief of Party Job Vacancy at PSI Benin

Job Title:Chief of Party, Integrated Family Services, Benin* Requisition Number 1037 City Contonou Country Benin Job Description-Overview PSI seeks an experienced Chief of Party to plan and coordinate all activities under an anticipated USAID-funded project for integrated family health services (IFHS) in Benin beginning in late 2012. The project will have a strong focus on improving public and private health sectors’ performance and improving preventive and care seeking behavior for family planning and maternal and child health. The Chief of Party (COP) should have significant leadership, management and international development experience; a demonstrated track record in successfully managing government relations; a commitment to capacity building; a strong interest in private sector approaches to development; and experience successfully implementing international health programs centered around social marketing and behavior change communications. This position will be based in Cotonou, Benin will and will report to the Country Representative. RESPONSIBILITIES: Serve as main point of contact/representative of the USAID/Benin project Facilitate senior level policy and dialogue with the Ministries of Health, other donors and international and local partners. Ensure the effective use and coordination of USAID resources and the compliance of the financial systems and controls with USAID standards. Lead internal and external program planning and reporting including annual work planning with sub award partners. Provide effective guidance and support to technical members of the management teams and staff assigned to the project. Ensure sound financial management including programmatic budgeting, spending projections and monitoring of payments. Ensure high-quality periodic reporting in line with USAID and PSI requirements (Quarterly and Annual Status reports, quarterly financial reports, etc…) Provide expertise in the area of family planning and maternal and child health. Perform other responsibilities as requested by the Country Representative. Job Description - Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: Masters degree in public health, social sciences, international development, business, or related field 10+ years experience in the implementation and management of international development projects Knowledge of the socioeconomic, institutional and policy issues related to IFHS Broad understanding of public health in West Africa (preferably in Benin). Demonstrated knowledge of USAID grant implementation Exceptional managerial and operational experience, preferably managing complex multi-sectoral activities involving coordination with multiple program partner institutions Experience with advocacy and institutional development within government and non government channels Experience working with private sector health care facilities and providers preferred Experience in social franchising and/or behavioral change communications preferred Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Excellent management skills Fluency in English and French is required *Contingent upon funding. How to Apply; https://2xrecruit.kenexa.com/kr/cc/jsp/public/jobSearchResults.jsf

Senior Finance Manager Job Vacancy at PSI Liberia

Job Title Senior Finance Manager, Liberia Requisition Number 1034 City Liberia Country Liberia Job Description-Overview PSI/Liberia’s mission is to empower low-income people to lead healthy lives through the informed use of health products and services made accessible and affordable to them through social marketing activities. PSI has a long-term commitment to the people of Liberia and to maximizing its impact through advocacy, networking, and collaboration with other organizations. PSI/Liberia’s activities are consistent with and complementary to those of the government of Liberia. PSI/Liberia seeks dynamic and skilled candidates for its Senior Finance Manager position. PSI/Liberia implements social marketing and behavior change communications programs across Liberia, working with a growing donor portfolio, including the Global Fund, USAID, and UN agencies. The Senior Finance Manager will be responsible for providing financial direction and support to PSI/Liberia’s mission. The candidate will help ensure the financial strength of the platform by managing effective and efficient financial policies and procedures, and increasing the capacity of the finance department staff. PSI/Liberia offers the opportunity work in a great organizational culture and dynamic environment, with opportunities for ambitious career progression. RESPONSIBILITIES · Ensure compliance with PSI and donor policies and procedures, particularly those of Global Fund and USAID (this includes contractual compliance and internal and external financial reporting compliance); · Produce monthly financial reports and work with the program teams to track and monitor program budgets; · Oversee the development and monitoring of program budgets; · Supervise PSI internal control systems in accordance with best practices, PSI minimum standards, policies and procedures; · Manage finances and compliance of sub-awards and sub-contracts; · Manage day-to-day financial transaction processing via Quickbooks; · Liaise with PSI/Washington accounting department; · Manage internal and external audits and ensure that audit recommendations are implemented; · Supervise and mentor accounting staff, including assessment and development of skill levels; · Build capacity among program managers in financial monitoring and budget development. Job Description - Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: · Bachelor of Arts or Master’s degree in accounting preferred, or equivalent experience; · Minimum five to ten years developing country work experience required; · Practical, working knowledge of QuickBooks financial software; · Five years documented experience and ability to motivate and manage finance and administration personnel in a dynamic and growing work environment; · Strong financial and operational management experience with proven management skills; · Fluency in English is required; · Demonstrated ability to produce strong results; · Knowledge of NGO operations and USAID and Global Fund regulations is a plus; · Familiarity with international donors and US government financial procedures preferred. The successful candidate will exhibit creative, innovative, and strategic thinking ability; excellent oral and written communication; analytical, organizational, and interpersonal; ability to work efficiently and quickly under pressure; and an interest in private sector approaches to development. Preference will be given to candidates with proven relevant financial management skills and demonstrated success in managing a diverse work force. How to Apply; APPLY by e-mailing a resume and cover letter to jobs@psiliberia.org with the subject line: Senior Finance Manager application.