Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP )
The DCOP will support the Chief of Party (COP) in providing technical program leadership in the development, management and support of project activities. In the absence of the COP the DCOP will assume overall responsibility for the project. The DCOP will take the lead in coordinating program development, implementation and reporting, and will work very closely with the Intermediate Results (IR) Team Leaders overseeing the project’s major components, and other program staff to ensure results and synergy in the development and implementation of the project. The position will report to Chief of Party (COP).
Key Responsibilities
· Supervise IR Team Leads and facilitate achievement of their program objectives and targets with technical backstopping and support.
· Work with M&E Director to ensure appropriate measurement of project impact and high quality statutory reporting.
· Initiate and facilitate regular technical meetings to review program implementation, and identify measures to overcome implementation bottlenecks and enhance quality of deliverables.
· Account to the COP on the delivery of strategic program objectives, with regular reporting on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
· Lead documentation and sharing of knowledge and emerging practices from the program internally within IntraHealth and externally with the wider stakeholder audience.
· Ensure daily operations of overall program implementation activities are on schedule and that reports, new plans and budgets are prepared with sufficient lead time to get the necessary approvals.
· Work with the COP to provide technical and administrative support in all aspects of the project and carry out any duties that may be assigned by the COP.
Education & Experience
· Master’s degree in public health, medicine, social sciences or related health discipline
· At least 10 years relevant experience in senior technical and project management preferably in USAID funded project.
· Senior level experience in designing, implementing and managing large, complex multi-faceted HIV care and treatment programs integrated with quality health service delivery or projects in Kenya
· Proven ability to direct and manage a team and to work with partners, donors and other stakeholders
· Demonstrated experience overseeing development of activity budgets, managing activity costs, and monitoring program spending against budget in an accurate and timely manner
· Demonstrated experience to develop and work within approved work plans
· Proven ability to manage confidential matters discreetly and with the trust and confidence of colleagues and clients including USAID and Ministry of Health
· Demonstrated diplomatic and interpersonal skills and ability to work in a complex and changing environment with all levels of stakeholders
Key Competencies
Accountability, Innovation, Organizational Stewardship, Strategic Thinking , Effective Communication
How to apply:
IntraHealth International, Inc. is a great place to work and prides itself on its comprehensive benefits package. We offer competitive salaries and a dynamic inclusive work environment which supports health workers so they can improve the lives of people throughout the world.
To apply visit IntraHealth careers page @: http://www.intrahealth.org/section/careersand follow the instructions to submit an online application. Applications should be received by October 30, 2014.
Learn more about “Who We Are” @: http://www.intrahealth.org/section/about-us1
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
*IntraHealth International, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
