Chemonics Deputy Chief of Party Jobs in Ethiopia
Chemonics Deputy Chief of Party Jobs in Ethiopia
Chemonics seeks a deputy chief of party for the anticipated USAID-funded Ethiopia electronic Health Information Systems (eHIS) activity.
The primary purpose of the activity is to support the Ethiopian government by providing technical assistance and other services, improving the quality of health services, and creating a sustainable health-care system. The activity’s objectives include supporting information technology systems and data repository at all levels, cultivating a culture of data use, and strengthening the capacity and governance of Ministry of Health information systems.
We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
Responsibilities include:
Provide managerial and operational guidance for the program
Ensure that program functions are aligned with the technical priorities of the Ethiopian government and U.S. government regulations
Work closely with the technical advisors, finance officer, and chief of party
Serve as the acting chief of party in the chief of party’s absence
Qualifications:
Advanced degree in public health, information sciences, data science, nutrition, or a related area preferred
Experience working with project counterparts and key stakeholders, particularly senior-level officials from the
government, private sector, and civil society
Demonstrated experience managing complex international development assistance projects
Experience in financial management, including budgeting, tracking, reporting, and accounting; experience financially managing projects of similar size and scope preferred
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal day-to-day direction as well as in diverse teams
Capacity to understand and analyze national, regional, and local politics
Ability to guide program staff in creatively designing grants that relate to the current political and conflict-affected environment
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing
Experience working in low-income countries preferred
Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
Fluency in English required; proficiency in a foreign language preferred, particularly Amharic
How to Apply
Please submit your application by28th December 2018
For more information and job application details, see; Chemonics Deputy Chief of Party Jobs in Ethiopia
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.
Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.
Click here to post comments
Join in and write your own page! It's easy to do. How? Simply click here to return to Jobs in Ethiopia.