Deadline: Ongoing
IntraHealth International is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Chief of Party in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
The Chief of Party will be responsible for overall project leadership and management, providing strategic guidance, vision and leadership including coordination among USAID and key stakeholders and other implementing partners at the national, regional, and district level.
IntraHealth International has empowered health workers to better serve communities in need.
Key Jobs Responsibilities
The Chief of Party will perform the following functions-
- Ensure the achievement of high quality results by IntraHealth International, Inc, its sub contractors and sub grantees.
- Provide overall technical and managerial leadership for the project.
- Build an integrated vision amongst related components and diverse actors, focusing on achieving results in maternal child health, family planning and malaria.
- Serve as key liaison and work collaboratively with USAID, the Ministry of Health at all levels, local Government authorities and other stakeholders and partners in implementation of the project to ensure the alignment and integration of the program with the Government of Tanzania’s strategies.
- Identify obstacles and risks related to implementation in a timely manner and suggest appropriate adjustments to the home office and USAID.
- Directly supervise and oversee the work of project staff, including sub contractors.
- Lead communication and reporting to Government of Tanzania entities such as the Ministry of Health.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have-
- An advanced degree in health, social sciences, or a related discipline is highly desired.
- At least twelve (12) years of professional experience managing health programs in developing countries in complex cultural settings, in progressive leadership positions.
- Strong skills and a track record in strategic visioning, leadership, networking, and problem-solving as well as effective skills for interacting with senior-level policy makers.
- Experience working with USAID directly or as an implementing partner, strong familiarity with other USG initiatives, and considerable experience working with the host government.
- Demonstrated capabilities and high-level expertise in family planning, MNCH, and/or malaria program service delivery
- Ability to build networks, influence with effective listening, strong communication, persuasion, negotiation, and other skills to ensure a positive approach.
- Strong diplomatic skills and an ability to work in multi-cultural settings with several types and levels of professionals.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their applications through online process.
For more information, please visit IntraHealth International.
