Chemonics seeks a chief of party for the anticipated five-year, USAID-funded Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) integrated health program (IHP). Recognizing the window of opportunity to improve health systems in the DRC, the program aims to strengthen the capacity of Congolese institutions and communities to increase access to and utilization of quality, integrated health services. This contract is expected to contribute to measurable improvements in key population-based national health indicators. Information on these indicators is periodically collected and reported in surveys such as the demographics and health survey (DHS) and multi-indicator cluster survey (MICS). We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
- Provide overall project leadership, management, and technical direction while ensuring compliance with USAID requirements, U.S. government regulations, and Chemonics' policies and procedures
- Liaise with USAID/DRC, the government of the DRC, civil society organizations, and other local partners to coordinate activities and facilitate monitoring and reporting of project objectives and achievements
- Facilitate processes that bring multiple stakeholders together to engage in complex policy issues, and stimulate collective action on identified areas of concern
- Identify issues and risks related to project implementation in a timely manner, and suggest appropriate program adjustments
- Manage and supervise the work of project personnel, subcontractors, and grantees, with a focus on core results, achievement of work plan and targets, and timely implementation
- Ensure all project assistance is technically sound and appropriate
- Act as the official point-of-contact for the activity
- Advanced degree in public health, medicine, public policy, international development or a related field preferred
- Previous experience as a leader of a public health and/or international development project required, minimum five years' experience as a chief of party or deputy chief of party preferred
- Experience managing large USAID-funded programs
- Previous experience leading and managing an activity of similar magnitude and complexity
- Experience working collaboratively across technical disciplines
- Ability to develop and maintain working relationships with U.S. and foreign governments, development partners, and civil society
- Ability to develop and implement effective partnerships with private sector entities
- Ability to travel extensively to activity locations in the DRC and to other places, as required
- Previous work experience in sub-Saharan Africa required, previous experience in post-conflict or fragile states preferred
- Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
- Fluency in French and English required
