NAFASI ZA KAZI MPYA/AJIRA FHI 360, TANZANIA APRIL, 2017

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About FHI 360:


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 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of: Chief of Party
Description:

FHI 360 Tanzania office is seeking qualified candidates for the positions for an anticipated USAID-funded: Comprehensive Platform for Integrated Communications Initiative (CPICI). The purpose of the project is to change social and gender norms to promote positive health behaviors and practices

The Chief of Party will provide overall leadership and technical direction for the project, ensuring achievement of project deliverables. The CoP will be the primary liaison with USAID and will manage project staff and implementing partners to ensure proper reporting, financial management, and compliance. The CoP is expected to coordinate with government and other stakeholders to ensure that activities complement ongoing initiatives and adhere to country and global standards. The position will be based in Dar es Salaam and will report to the FHI 360 Tanzania Country Representative.
Job Summary / Responsibilities:

Provide overall technical leadership and expertise in the development and implementation of Social and Behavioral Change Communication (SBCC) strategies to address the need of behavior change related to Family Planning/Reproductive Health (FP/RH), Maternal, Newborn, Child and Adolescent Health (MNCAH), Malaria, Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS), Tuberculosis (TB) and other selected health areas in the target populations of women and youth
Lead the overall planning, implementation and management as well as the achievement of the goals and objectives of the project in a timely and cost-effective manner with adherence to technical quality standards and donor guidelines.
Oversee a team of senior technical and program management project staff and ensure strong communication and coordination with and between all team members.
Oversee/manage partnerships and ensure strong lines of communication and collaboration are established and maintained.
Ensure financial and grants management compliance with FHI 360 and USAID rules and regulations.
Serve as the primary point of contact and collaboration for the team and in-country stakeholders, including USAID, implementation partners, Government of Tanzania partners and other key stakeholders.
Promote sustainability of project activities with effective networking, linkages to other programs, capacity building of project staff, and institutional strengthening of implementing partners and community-based organizations
Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree; Masters highly preferred -in public health, international development, health or development communication, business administration, social sciences, or a closely related field is required.
10 + years’ experience designing, implementing and managing large, complex projects involving multiple partners, in/for developing countries, of which at least five years has been spent in the position of CoP or Deputy CoP of a large development program of a multi-year program.
At minimum, must have at least five years of progressively more responsible supervisory work experience that involved direct leadership of professional and support staff, oversight and evaluation of staff performance and deliverables, and contract/grant management
Strong leadership qualities and knowledge of state of the art social and behavior change communication models and strategies and their practical application to one or more of the following areas is required: Family Planning/Reproductive Health (FP/RH), Maternal, Newborn, Child and Adolescent Health (MNCAH), Malaria, Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS), Tuberculosis (TB).
Experience in developing and implementing SBCC projects and programs in Tanzania and/or other African regions that have demonstrated impact, at scale.
Demonstrated track record of achieving results in a development context.
Demonstrated track record of working in teams and fostering partnerships.
Experience living or working in a developing country required; experience living and working in Tanzania is preferred.
Demonstrated capacity to oversee monitoring, evaluation and learning. Ability to provide oversight and leadership for high quality results monitoring and assuring data quality, and for evidence-based adaptive management.
Management experience with a USG contract or cooperative agreement preferred.
Demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective working relations with host country government personnel, stakeholders, NGO partners, and international donor agencies.
Strong interpersonal, writing and oral presentation skills in English.
Ability to work independently and manage a high volume work flow.
Relevant computer software skills, including at a minimum MS Word, Powerpoint, and Excel.

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.

FHI 360's Career Center at http://www.fhi360.org/careers or through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.

FHI 360 is an equal employment and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.

Application Deadline: 24-04-2017

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