Chief of Party/USAID/Nigeria/Healthcare Financing and Human Resources for Health/Forecast
Management Sciences for Health
Abuja, FCT
Permanent
Full-time
15 days ago
Position: Chief of PartyLocation: Abuja, NigeriaAbout the projectManagement Sciences for Health (MSH) is seeking a Chief of Party for a potential 5-year USAID Healthcare Financing and Human Resources for Health Forecast in Abuja, Nigeria. The program will seek to enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, and transparency of health spending while increasing the availability of trained and equipped healthcare workers to promote more affordable, accessible, and higher quality health services for all Nigerians.About your roleThe Chief of Party leads and manages the project and is accountable for project deliverables and results, with full accountability and authority for the development, execution, and monitoring of the project, including vision and technical strategy; project management; documentation and communication; client(s) stakeholder(s) relationships; and coordination and synergy with other MSH projects. This accountability includes effective contribution to business and resource development activities - including positioning, intelligence gathering, and proposal development - that contribute to fueling MSH’s mission,This position is contingent upon award and funding.How will YOU accomplish this?As the COP you will be expected to provide technical leadership and managerial oversight for, and ensure the efficient implementation of, all project strategies and activities. Specific areas of accountability could include:Oversee program activities and provides high-quality technical and strategic leadership, managerial oversight, and project administration.Serve as the primary project liaison from MSH to the donor and is accountable for the achievement of results, ensuring quality of services is maintained at the highest standard, and that all project objectives and deliverables are met.Safeguard MSH’s reputation by ensuring that financial, contractual, technical, and political integrity is maintained and strengthened.Develop (update and adapt as needed) and execute project results framework, performance monitoring plan, technical strategy, MERL plan and annual work plans as per contract/agreement requirements, MSH technical frameworks and standards. b. Ensure appropriate and timely documentation and dissemination of key results and deliverables for maximum project impact and business development using a variety of communication strategies and media.Ensure effective contract/agreement implementation in strict compliance with contract/agreement clauses, MSH and donor policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).Ensure project staffing, structure and reporting relationships are aligned with project needs, local context and available resources.Manage and mentor the project team as per MSH policies and guidelines and implement an effective performance-management program including regular check-ins, annual appraisals, supportive supervision, rewards, training, coaching and career development support.Build and maintain strong working relations with key internal and external stakeholders, beneficiaries, prime and subcontractors, suppliers and partners. Provide effective and timely responses to inquiries and concerns.Identify and keep track of new business opportunities, communicating them to the relevant internal MSH stakeholders.This list is not exhaustive, and we would expect our COPs to be both innovative and strategic in suggesting and implementing new methods to achieve the outcomes and impact desired by our client and needed by the people the project aims to serve.What should you know about MSH?Management Sciences for Health (MSH) is a global nonprofit advisory firm that provides governments, health organizations, and the private sector with the strategies, tools, and management support to effectively and efficiently deliver high-functioning health systems. With work in more than 40 countries across 5 continents, we advance knowledge and technology globally to support people locally to achieve health for all. From health ministry to community, private sector to civil society, as trusted advisors, we make the foundational changes that support the whole health system.For more than 50 years, we have focused on the people at the heart of the health system. We help by supporting local professionals to deliver improvements in the societies where we partner. To do this MSH has committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment in every country where we work. We welcome applications from all sectors of the population and are excited to grow teams that truly represent this diversity. If you feel you have the required experience to assist MSH in implementing our vision, please submit your CV via our career portal:Our history in NigeriaFor nearly two decades, MSH has partnered with Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Health (FMOH), state ministries of health, local partners, and health service providers to control infectious diseases and improve child and maternal health. In addition to our years of support to fight tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, and other epidemics, we are supporting Nigeria’s National Malaria Elimination Program (NMEP) across nearly 60% of Nigeria— from the ministry to the facility level—which comprises 15% of the global malaria response. We’ve provided malaria preventive treatment to close to 4 million children (about twice the population of New Mexico) under the age of five and maintained services despite disruptions from civil conflicts and the COVID-19 pandemic. More information can be obtained from our website:QUALIFICATIONSWhat do you need to apply?MSH employs people of passion, we seek those individuals who dream of a better world. We look for professionals who combine experience, local knowledge, and an understanding of international best practices. Individuals who share our values of treating everyone with respect while being equitable and holding all of us accountable to make an impact.Specific requirements for this role are:MPH, MBA or master's level degree in related field.10+ of progressively responsible, related experience is required.Demonstrated subject-matter expertise in technical content (health financing and human resources for health) relevant to the project.Demonstrated leadership and management abilities.Prior experience and success directing similar or larger international donor-funded projects. Demonstrated strategic planning and visioning skills.Familiarity with USAID regulations and administrative procedures in the implementation of donor assisted projects.Proven record of aligning diverse, multi-level teams with project mission and vision.Track record of strong commitment to sharing knowledge, documenting experiences, supporting creative initiatives, and sharing credit.Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with senior-level colleagues, particularly interacting productively, proactively, and comfortably with government agencies, NGOs, private sector groups, USAID, CAs, and donor organizations.Demonstrated strategic agility, diplomacy, conflict management, team building, written and oral communication, and negotiation skills.Fluency in EnglishMSH is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, religion, creed, citizenship, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability unrelated to job requirements. MSH will take affirmative action to ensure that qualified applicants are employed and that employees are treated without regard to their race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran and disability status. In compliance with U.S. Department of Labor Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, and Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Readjustment Assistance Act, MSH has developed and maintains an affirmative action program and plan.
