Chief of Party (Proposal) Job in Kisumu, Kenya - University Research

Job Description

Chief of Party (Proposal)

University Research Co., LLC (URC)

Location: Kisumu, Kenya

Established in 1965, URC offers a range of technical assistance to strengthen health and social systems and service quality by empowering communities and health workers to identify and scale up locally appropriate solutions to critical problems.  

URC focuses on finding ways to deliver proven approaches to health care problems, applying quality improvement (QI) methods and conducting operations research to tailor those approaches to various settings.

Recognizing implementation barriers unique to each setting, we train local managers and service providers to strengthen health systems, integrate system elements, and bring improvements to scale.

 

 

Roles and Responsibilities

The Chief of Party (COP) will be responsible for the overall management and operations of the project and report directly to the designated USAID Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

S/he will supervise project implementation and ensure the project meets stated goals and reporting requirements. 

The COP will take a leadership role in coordination among USAID and key stakeholders and other implementing partners. 

The COP position requires political savvy, as s/he will interact with numerous GOK institutions and senior-level national and county-level government officials.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s Degree in health, social services, management, or business administration, or related field.

At least seven years’ experience in managing complex public health programs or programs of similar scope and size.

At least seven years demonstrated state-of-the-art experience within the capacity as senior staff in at least two of the following areas: HIV/AIDS care and treatment; maternal, newborn and child health; reproductive health; nutrition; quality improvement/quality assurance; health systems strengthening; M&E; and operations research.

At least five years international experience in development, managing, overseeing, or evaluating public health programs of similar size and complexity.

At least seven years’ experience in program management and administration, financial management, award contractual compliance, subaward management, and tracking project performance and costs via specific funding streams.

Professional level of oral and written fluency in English language.

Strong management skills, strategic vision, leadership qualities, professional reputation, ability to create synergies where applicable, interpersonal skills, and written and oral presentation skills to fulfill the diverse technical and managerial requirements of the project description.

How to Apply

You must upload your CV/Résumé and your Cover Letter where indicated.

Also, please complete your application form and attach a completed USAID Form 1420 Contractor Employee Biographical Data Sheet as well. 

Due to the large number of inquiries we receive, only candidates who have met the required experience & qualifications for this position will be contacted. 

No phone calls please. 

However, since we are active around the world in the field of public health, we may wish to retain your CV in our database for other/future opportunities, unless you direct us otherwise. 

Thank you very much for your interest.

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