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MSH seeks candidates for the position of Chief of Party for an anticipated USAID-
funded health project in Abuja, Nigeria.
CHIEF OF PARTY
This position is subject to project award and funding.
The Chief of Party leads and manages the MSH project. S/he is accountable for
project deliverables and results, and has full accountability and authority for the
development, execution, and monitoring of the project, including (1) vision and
technical strategy; (2) project management; (3) documentation and
communication; (4) client(s) and stakeholder(s) relationships; and (5)
coordination and synergy with other MSH projects, and collaboration with MSH
Country Representative and the Country Operations Management Unit (COMU).
The Chief of Party is responsible for technical leadership and administrative
oversight of the project and will serve as the principal institutional liaison to
USAID.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Results
Client expectations- Ensure achievement of contract/agreement goals (meeting or
exceeding expected project targets and deliverables on time and within budget) as
per contract/agreement and client(s) approved Results Framework and
Performance Monitoring Plan.
Project Management- Provide effective project management systems within MSH
policies, guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures while ensuring local
ownership, appropriateness and responsiveness.
Relationships- Cultivate and maintain effective dialogue and relationships with
project client(s), beneficiaries, partner(s), coworkers and other local and
international stakeholders.
MSH Interests- Safeguard MSH’s reputation by ensuring that financial,
contractual, technical, and political integrity is maintained and strengthened.
Vision and Technical Strategy
Develop and execute project’s Results Framework, Performance Monitoring Plan,
Technical Strategy, Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) plan and annual project work
plans as per contract/agreement requirements, approved budget and received
obligations, MSH technical frameworks and standards, and Results Management
Systems (RMS) guidelines.
Project Management
Implement a Financial Pipeline Tracking system for effective budget monitoring
and cost control based on sound financial and accounting principles, MSH
Standard Operating Procedures, and MSH and donor reporting requirements.
Develop and adapt (as needed) project financial plan in line with contract/
agreement budget and received obligations, technical strategy, work plan, and
reporting requirements.
Ensure contract/agreement implementation in compliance with contract/
agreement clauses, MSH and donor policies, regulations and Standard Operating
Procedures (SOPs).
Ensure project staffing, structure and reporting relationships are aligned with
project needs, local context and available resources.
Manage human resources in accordance to MSH values, policies and guidelines,
and implement an effective performance-management program focusing on
results and individual accountability, including regular check-ins, annual
appraisals, supportive supervision, rewards, training, coaching and career
development support.
With support of Project Director Supervisor, develop technical assistance plan and
budget.
Documentation and Communication
Ensure appropriate and timely documentation and dissemination of key results
and deliverables for maximum project impact and business development using a
variety of communication strategies and media.
Promote and facilitate staff participation in MSH’s Technical Exchange Network
(TEN) and south-to-south exchanges.
Ensure quarterly submission of project documentation to MSH’s central
Institutional Memory System (IMS).
Client(s) and other Stakeholder(s) Relationships
Build and maintain strong working relations with key internal and external
stakeholders, beneficiaries, prime and subcontractors, suppliers and partners.
Provide effective and timely responses to inquiries and concerns.
Contribute to building MSH’s reputation by developing local and international
networks to disseminate project results, attract talent and generate business.
Other MSH Contributions
Collaborate with the MSH Country Representative and participate as required in
activities organized in the context of MSH Representation in country.
Ensure harmonious collaboration with, and cost-effective use of, the COMU.
Collaborate with the Office of Strategic Development and Communications in
aspects of business development, including strategic communication, intelligence
gathering, positioning, proposal development, etc.
Identify and track new business opportunities by communicating them to the
relevant internal MSH stakeholders.
Ensure effective project collaboration, coordination and internal partnerships with
other projects, Centers and Offices to build synergies across programs for
maximum impact.
QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree in management, public health, international development or
related field.
A minimum of 10 years of senior-level experience in international development
projects, including 5 years of previous experience as a Chief of Party.
Proven exceptional leadership in the design, management, implementation,
monitoring and evaluation of similar-sized international donor-supported programs,
with skills in strategic planning, management, supervision and budgeting, and
preferably must have experience in managing complex activities involving
coordination with multiple program partner institutions.
Strong communication skill to fulfill the diverse technical and managerial
requirements of the program and to effectively coordinate with a wide range of
stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to develop and communicate a common vision among
diverse partners and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.
Track record of strong commitment to sharing knowledge, documenting
experiences, supporting creative initiatives, and sharing credit.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with senior-level
colleagues, particularly interacting productively, proactively, and comfortably with
government agencies, NGOs, private sector groups, USAID, CAs, and donor
organizations.
Demonstrated strategic agility, diplomacy, conflict management, team building,
written and oral communication, and negotiation skills.
EEO Statement
Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering
employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation,
gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, or
protected veteran status.
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