Chief of party, Kenya Vacancy at USAID-funded Nutrition and Health project in Nairobi,Kenya

Post:Chief of party, Kenya
Organization:USAID-funded Nutrition and Health project
Location:Nairobi,Kenya
About the organization:
Chemonics seeks a chief of party for the anticipated USAID-funded Nutrition and Health project in Kenya. The project aims to improve the nutritional status of people living with HIV and of orphans and vulnerable children by promoting good nutrition and preventing malnutrition. It will focus on the introduction of effective nutritional products, building a robust supply chain, and improving health facility commitment and performance. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Responsibilities include:

•     Coordinate and ultimately be responsible for all contract management and implementation issues
•     Supervise project technical and administrative staff and collaboratively create and implement a strategic, long-term programmatic vision
•     Ensure achievement of project results and oversee project work planning, performance management, and risk forecasting and mitigation
•     Serve as the project's key liaison with USAID

Qualifications:

•     Advanced degree in public health, business administration, economics, education and training, or other relevant area preferred
•     Chief of party experience
•     Minimum seven years of experience in managing and implementing USAID or other donor-funded health projects, with specific experience in HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and treatment and/or HIV/AIDS nutrition intervention
•     Experience interacting with host-country local governments, USAID partners, and international donors
•     Experience with monitoring and evaluation and knowledge-sharing activities
•     Kenya or regional experience preferred
•     Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
•     Excellent written and oral communication skills and English language fluency (minimum 3/4 required)

Application Instructions:
Send electronic submis sions to KenyaNutritionCOPRecruit@chemonics.com by August 19, 2013 . Please include the name of the position in the subject line. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.
Closing Date: Monday, 19 August 2013
How to Apply
http://unjobs.org/vacancies/1375819517755