Chief of Party job at Abt Associates

JOB DETAILS:
The Opportunity
Abt Associates seeks a qualified Chief of Party (COP) for the anticipated USAID-funded Uganda Strengthening Local Health Systems Activity based in Kampala, Uganda. The project aims to strengthen various aspects of Uganda’s health system, including health care financing (HCF), human resources for health (HRH), health management information systems (HMIS) and community health systems. The COP will demonstrate effective leadership as they manage and implement the project throughout its life cycle. They will ensure that the project meets the stated goals and reporting requirements, while complying with all USAID rules and regulations. We are looking for individuals who are committed to exceeding expectations and who strive to improve the lives of people worldwide.

This position is contingent upon award of the Uganda Strengthening Local Health Systems Activity to Abt Associates.

Core Responsibilities
• Provides strategic direction and technical leadership to produce project results;
• Serves as the project’s key liaison with USAID, government counterparts, and local partners/stakeholders;
• Provides leadership and technical support specifically for project staff and subcontractors;
• Supervise the project’s technical assistance team to ensure a focus on core results, achievements of annual work plan and targets, and timely/effective implementation;
• Collaboratively create and implement a strategic, long-term programmatic vision;
• Monitors the progress and pace of project implementation, assuring that the full potential of the program is realized through the promotion of high quality work and internal control;

What we Value
• Master’s Degree (minimum) or Doctorate in public health, medicine, health policy, international development or another relevant field;
• Minimum 12 years of experience implementing large donor funded health projects
• Chief of Party experience preferred;
• Demonstrated experience interacting with government agencies, civil society counterparts, and international donor agencies; USAID experience preferred;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Experience working in the Uganda Health System and with local health authorities;
• Excellent English.

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