The Opportunity\u00a0
\nUnder the supervision of the US-based Project Management Director, the Chief of Party (COP) manages, and supervises the successful implementation of the PMI Evolve Project in Tanzania and acts as the primary liaison between the project and the local US Embassy staff, the National Malaria Control Program (NMCP), other government agencies completing malaria control activities, and various other malaria stakeholders in-country. As the COP, you are required to provide overall strategic direction, operations management, technical leadership, and financial and administrative compliance for all project activities to assure ITN campaigns meet desired outcomes, are completed on-time, and within budget.
\nProject Description
\nThe U.S. President\u2019s Malaria Initiative (PMI) Evolve Project, awarded to Abt Global in December 2022, supports national malaria programs with the planning, implementation, and monitoring of vector control interventions, including insecticide-treated nets (ITNs), indoor residual spraying (IRS), and essential entomological monitoring required to make vector control decisions.
\nCore Responsibilities<\/p>\n
Represents Abt Global works directly with\u00a0local United States Embassy, the Ministry of Health, the NMCP, and other key stakeholders.
\nCarries full authority and accountability for project decisions, as delegated by the US-based Project Director.
\nSets and pursues a results-oriented program strategy in coordination with the project team and in consultation with the U.S. Embassy, other partners and stakeholders.
\nResponsible for representing the company\/client\/project at the country level with adopting all relevant guidance and processes that are intended to improve overall performance and efficiency.
\nLeads the development and production of all deliverables, including annual country work plans, semi-annual reports, post-campaign distribution reports, and other technical reports.
\nEnsures that all country planning activities (work plans), vector control operations, technical compliance measures, and other deliverables are submitted on time and in good quality, with adequate time for review from relevant technical teams.
\nOversee the development and timely implementation of monitoring plans for all project activities and ensure that data required for USG performance benchmarks and results frameworks are produced.
\nFacilitate the adoption and contribution to the development and review of cross cutting project technical, operational and management initiatives and ensure information is cascaded to country staff to meet the stated objectives in a reasonable and appropriate manner.
\nSupervises and mentors the Vector Control Manager, MEL Manager, Finance and Administrative Manager, and others as needed.
\nEnsures that staff, team members and consultants understand their roles and responsibilities and comply with contract requirements, US Government (USG) and Abt policies and procedures.
\nEncourage effective teamwork, resolve barriers to efficient workflow due to interpersonal dynamics, and maintain a safe\/respectful workplace, free of discrimination, intimidation, harassment, or abuse.
\nEnable team members to successfully fulfill their responsibilities and hold senior team members accountable for doing the same to ensure that all individual success is treated as collective success.
\nEnsures that project budget projections, expenditure, tracking and reporting are in accordance with USG and Abt Global requirements, procedures and practices.
\nEngage local partners to determine procurement projections and forecasting for the upcoming year in advance to guarantee all international procurements are completed by established deadlines.
\nEnsure project activities are achieved within budgeted amounts, including accurate projections for yearly spending is within workplan budget ceilings.
\nReview project budgets thoughtfully for realism and cost efficiency and ensure that all procurements (including subcontract scopes and\/or material specifications) and payments are accurate before approving\/signing.
\nArrange to give property management sufficient attention across all thematic areas to inform work planning and procurement.
\nEnsure that lessons learned and best practices are documented and shared.
\nMaintains regular communication with Abt Headquarters team, in regard to project updates, risk management, issues and general project management aspects.<\/p>\n
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\nWhat We Value
\nMinimum Qualifications<\/p>\n
Bachelor\u2019s Degree + Fifteen years of relevant experience, or Master\u2019s Degree + Twelve years of relevant experience, or PhD+ Ten years of relevant experience<\/p>\n
Preferred Qualifications<\/p>\n
Master\u2019s Degree (minimum), or a Doctorate Degree (desirable), in Public Health\/Health Administration (or other relevant health specialization) or Business Administration. Candidates with Medical Degrees are also desirable.
\n15 years of relevant international health experience, including significant experience in the area of malaria prevention and control.
\nAt least 5 years of senior project management experience in large international health projects\/programs.
\nDemonstrated leadership in management skills and ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary, multicultural teams, ranging from 10 to 50 employees.
\nExperience managing a fast paced, results-oriented, deadline-driven project.
\nSignificant ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with US Government, ministry officials, and other development partners.
\nExperience developing and communicating a project vision, aligning key stakeholders around the vision, and assuring the vision is translated into efficiently implemented program activities.
\nAbility to communicate and write reports and other professional documents in English.<\/p>\n
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\nWhat We Offer<\/p>\n
We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits and professional development.<\/p>\n
Abt provides market-competitive total compensation and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.<\/p>\n
Disclaimer: Abt will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.<\/p>\n
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