Chemonics seeks an operations manager for the anticipated three-year, $23-million, USAID-funded Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) project in Kenya. The project will work with Kenyan government ministries and the National Environment Management Authority in support of the President's Malaria Initiative. This will include implementing a high-quality IRS program in identified districts, conducting comprehensive monitoring and evaluation of the program, and developing the capacity of the Division of Malaria Control and the public sector to conduct IRS. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
Responsibilities include:
- Provide project operational oversight and serve as the key liaison between project staff, partner organizations, and government agencies * Provide on-site technical assistance * Facilitate logistical implementation of spraying activities in collaboration with Kenyan partners * Oversee the quality of reporting and technical assistance activities
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree in public health or a related field preferred * Minimum 10 years of relevant experience
Minimum 5 years of experience designing and implementing IRS programs * Experience interacting with country-level ministries of health
Experience implementing projects in a developing country required; experience working in Kenya strongly preferred * Understanding of U.S. government environmental regulations and appropriate use of insecticides
Strong interpersonal, writing, and oral presentation skills * Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
English fluency required
Application Instructions:
Please send your resume, cover letter, and contact information for three references toChemonicsKenyaIRS@gmail.com with "Operations Manager" in the subject line by August 31, 2012. No phone calls, please. Finalists will be contacted.
In addition, please download and complete Chemonics’ equal employment opportunity self-identification form-(https://www.box.com/shared/6a3rsaexmr2unn6zmmv7) and submit it separately toEEOselfidentify@chemonics.com with only "Kenya Indoor Residual Spraying Project - Operations Manager" in the subject line. If you prefer not to disclose your sex, race, or ethnicity, you may check “I do not wish to complete the information requested.” Thank you for completing the form and supporting our equal employment opportunity reporting requirements.
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