Deputy Chief of Party : Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Deputy Chief of Party will work closely with the Chief of Party to provide strategic planning, management guidance and oversight to the project and is responsible for achieving the planned results set out for the project. S/he will work closely with the Chief of Party to design and implement project activities and provide technical support for all aspects of the project. S/he will supervise the project teams.

Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Note: This position is contingent upon project award and funding.

Major Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to ensure effective implementation and coordination of program activities and monitor progress toward the achievement of the project-specific program goals and objectives
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of program activities and results to USAID
• Present progress, achievements, and lessons learned to key stakeholders, including funder, government, and other implementing partners
• Supervise and manage a team of highly qualified staff and align their efforts with program goals
• Assist the annual work planning process associated with the project
• Provide technical leadership in the design, analysis, and synthesis of interventions
• Assure the quality of technical interventions at national and county level
• Assure the sustainability of interventions, particularly in the area of capacity building
• Provide technical assistance to regional/county counterparts on technical issues and participate in relevant technical advisory groups with counterparts and partner institutions
• Troubleshoot to prevent and resolve potential problems and review outputs for quality control
• Represent the program in all matters pertaining to the execution of program-related activities before the Government of Tanzania, USAID, and other partners
• Develop relationships with the Ministry of Health at all levels and across various departments
• Develop strategic relationships and alliances with the other USG partners and funders, including private sector partnerships
• Serve as the advocate for the program with the Government of Tanzania and other national/international partners
• Increase the visibility of the program through representation at high-level visits with USAID, PEPFAR, and the Ministry of Health
• Prepare briefing documents on the program at the request of USAID and/or the Ministry of Health

Education

• Medical degree
• Advanced degree in public health or relevant field

Experience, Skills, and Minimum Required Qualifications

• At least 5 years managing a large complex HIV or related program
• At least 5 years of senior level experience in program development, implementation, and management of health programs
• At least 5 years of senior level experience working with the Tanzania Ministry of Health, preferably at the national and county level
• Demonstrated experience managing USAID or other donor-financed projects
• Strong familiarity and command of USAID regulations and compliance
• Proven track record of directing, motivating, and managing project teams composed of technical experts, program managers, and administrative staff
• Ability to manage projects/activities, set realistic priorities and timelines and follow through appropriately
• Previous experience of successfully managing relationships with governments, donors, and other partners in a complex political environment
• Background and expertise in HIV, TB, maternal and newborn health and malaria
• Extensive field experience in Tanzania
• Exceptional communication skills

HOW TO APPLY:

Suitably qualified and experienced candidates should send their applications, including a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) and cover letter to: icap-tz-hr@columbia.edu.

Please include position title “Deputy Chief of Party” in the subject line. Do NOT attach any certificates. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
NOTE: The successful candidate will be an employee of ICAP in Tanzania and subject to the local terms and conditions of employment which includes a competitive salary and benefits package.