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Position: Deputy Chief of Party – Activity 1


Amref Health Africa a not-profit-organization is the largest international health development organization based in Africa. Working with and through African communities, health systems and governments, Amref Health Africa’s vision is for lasting health change in Africa and is committed to improving the health of people in Africa by partnering with and empowering communities and strengthening health systems. More information about the organization can be found at www.amref.org


Amref Health Africa in Kenya seeks to recruit a Deputy Chief of Party/Technical. The Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) will be responsible for the overall technical oversight of the project and is specifically responsible for project implementation that relates to the activity. The DCOP should have a bias towards Health Sector Governance and Strategic Partnerships. S/he will assume the responsibilities of the COP in the absence of the COP


Responsibilities



  • Assist the CoP with strategic and operational planning, including work planning, and ensure project compliance with all contractual reporting and financial requirements of USAID and Amref Health Africa in Kenya.

  • Assist the CoP in creating and maintaining good working relationships with USAID, civil society organizations, media, and other program partners.

  • Manage staff, partners, and operations ensuring close coordination and collaboration between the project’s various teams.

  • Manage deadlines, draft reports, maintain records, and monitor achievement of benchmarks in the agreement.

  • Serve as acting CoP in their absence.

  • Work closely with appropriate project personnel to develop solicitations approved by Amref in Kenya and USAID; publicize and promote the solicitations through various media channels: process and prepare all necessary documentation, in collaboration with project personnel; follow-through and complete all approval processes.

  • Supervise the implementation of sub awards.

  • Mentor and manage staff in a respectful and transparent manner, collaborating with local staff to build their technical and administrative capacity.


Qualifications & Competencies



  • A Master’s degree in public health, Management, or social sciences or related field from a recognized University.

  • Ten (10) years’ experiences managing at a similar or senior level in a program of similar scope and magnitude.

  • Working knowledge of USAID policies and procedures.

  • Knowledge of administration, human resources (HR) practices, budget management.

  • Experience recruiting, forming, and successfully managing teams and ensuring the quality of their products.

  • Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is required.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English required.


How to Apply


To apply send your CV to executive@flexi-personnel.com by 15th November 2021. Indicating Deputy Chief of Party – Activity 1 as the email subject.


 NB: Flexi Personnel does not charge candidates for job placement.


Amref Health Africa is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults and expects staff to share this commitment. Amref is an equal opportunity employer and has a non- smoking environment policy.


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