Chief of Party – Malaria Laboratory Diagnosis and Treatment Project -(This position is contingent upon award of the bid)

The Chief of Party for the anticipated USAID Malaria Laboratory Diagnosis and Treatment project will provide strategic leadership and technical direction. He/She will be responsible for leading and managing the project, making critical decisions and ensuring quality and compliance. The Chief of Party will serve as the primary liaison with USAID/PMI and will coordinate closely with the National Malaria Control and Elimination Program, the Ethiopia Public Health Institute (EPHI), regional health bureaus (RHB), district health offices, key malaria stakeholders and partners

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement the project's overall strategic plan and annual workplans.
• Ensure alignment with USAID/ PMI and Government of Ethiopia priorities.
• Cultivate strategic partnerships with key stakeholders like the Malaria Elimination Program and other malaria-focused organizations/stakeholders
• Represent the project at high-level meetings and conferences.
• Manage and lead the project consortium

Technical Oversight

• Oversee technical implementation of malaria activity
• Ensure adherence to best practices and evidence-based approaches and are responsive to the needs of the Ethiopian people.
• Mentor and develop project staff.
• Collaborate with partners to strengthen the malaria workforce.

 Financial Management

• Manage the project budget and ensure financial accountability.
• Monitor expenditures and authorize payments.
• Prepare financial reports for USAID.

 Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Oversee the project's M&E system.
• Track progress towards project goals and objectives.
• Use data to inform decision-making and program improvement.

 Human Resources:

• Recruit, hire, and manage project staff.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the project team.
• Foster a positive and productive work environment.

• Advanced degree in public health, international development, or a related field.
• At least 12 years of experience in international health, with a focus on Malaria.
• Demonstrated experience managing consortiums and building capacity of local organizations
• Demonstrated experience in leadership roles, promoting strategic planning, team building and careful budget management
• Strong understanding of USAID regulations and policies.
• A strong understanding of the Ethiopian health system is required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong program management skills are essential.
• Fluency in English and Amharic is required. Proficiency in other Ethiopian languages is a plus.

NOTE: All staff members of Jhpiego, regardless of the level of their responsibilities, are expected to:

• Model Jhpiego’s mission and values.
• Participate in the business development processes.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing and transfer.
• Make responsible decisions that ensure time and cost efficiency and accountability.
• Engage in team activities, adopt a team spirit, take responsibility for assigned action items, and provide feedback as necessary.
• Prioritize tasks to meet program and organizational objectives.
• Please mention your current earning on the motivation letter
• Basic starting Salary per year range between 34,553 - 66,285 USD (subject to income tax and pension contribution)

Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package.

Please apply at www.jobs-jhpiego.icims.com

Applicants must submit a single document for upload to include: cover letter, resume and references.

For further information about Jhpiego, visit our website at www.jhpiego.org

Note: The successful candidate selected for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.

Jhpiego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

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• All active jobs are advertised directly on our careers page.
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• Please report any suspicious communications to Info@jhpiego.org

 Application deadline is January 7, 2024

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