Uganda: Deputy Chief of Party/Technical Director - 2015

Organization: FHI 360

Country: Uganda

Closing date: 14 May 2015

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology — creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of: Deputy Chief of Party/Technical Director

Project Description:

FHI 360 is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP)/Technical Director for an anticipated USAID-funded integrated HIV/AIDS, malaria and TB services strengthening project in Northern Uganda. The project will work to increase utilization of health services by strengthening systems; improving quality; increasing availability of, access to, and demand for quality services; and supporting the health sector to sustain the high rate of utilization in the Northern region of Uganda. The health services that will be supported will include HIV/AIDS, TB, malaria, nutrition, family planning, and maternal, neonatal and child health care.

The DCOP will report directly to the COP and provide guidance and oversight to all technical aspects of the project. The expected duration of the project is five years and it is expected that the position will be based in Gulu. Availability of this position is contingent upon release of a solicitation (RFA/RFP) by USAID and recruitment is contingent upon successful award of the project to FHI 360 and final USAID approval of the candidate.

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership, TA and capacity building in health systems strengthening and quality improvement (QI), to strengthen integrated service delivery


• Lead a technical implementation team focused on health systems strengthening


• Produce tools and training materials to strengthen the capacity of staff and local partners to implement health systems strengthening and QI activities (as outlined above)


• Monitor field activities and ensure timely completion of objectives


• Liaise with technical backstops in HQ


• Recruit, assemble and lead technical teams to carry out assessments and capacity building exercises for local partners


• Produce and present papers at local, regional and international fora to share experiences and emerging best practices


• Develop/produce contractual deliverables (quarterly, annual, field project evaluations, etc.) in conjunction with other key staff and external evaluators

Qualifications:

• PhD, MD or similar degree with 10+ years of experience implementing and providing technical assistance to health systems strengthening and QI programs


• or MS/MA/MPH in public health or related field with 12+ years of experience implementing and providing technical assistance to health systems strengthening and QI programs


• or an equivalent combination of education and experience


• Experience in private sector engagement also preferred


• Overseas/international experience required, preferably in Uganda


• Comprehensive understanding of the South Western Region Uganda preferred


• Demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective working relations with MOH personnel, NGO partners, and U.S. and foreign government organizations


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to work independently and manage a high volume work flow


• Relevant computer software skills (including, at a minimum, the standard applications in MS Office)

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

We offer competitive compensation and an outstanding benefit package. Please click here to visit FHI 360’s Career Center for a list of all open positions.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or activities.

How to apply:

https://jobs-fhi360.icims.com/jobs/15556/deputy-chief-of-party-technical-director/job