Company Profile
Project HOPE, the People-to-People Health Foundation, Inc. is a US based non-profit global health organization established in 1958. It is dedicated to providing long-lasting solutions to health problems and improving the quality of life for the world’s most vulnerable people. Project HOPE has implemented more than 500 programs in over 130 countries in a wide range of healthcare areas including HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis (TB), malaria, reproductive maternal new-born and child health, and non-communicable diseases. Our work has involved strengthening health systems through established functional health management information systems, supply chain management, and strengthening the health work force to improve quality and delivery of care.
Project HOPE is legally registered to operate in Ghana (registration number ET001021222) since December 2022 to conduct and support programs and activities aimed at solving some of the world’s greatest public health challenges, with a specific focus on enabling health workers to have the greatest possible impact on the health of the people they serve, strengthening and improving health systems, providing disaster and humanitarian relief and fostering and promoting health policy research and thought leadership.
Job Description
- DURATION: 1 year with extension
- LOCATION: Ghana (note that Project HOPE will not be covering relocation expenses)
- POSITION TITLE: Chief of Party (CoP)
- DIVISION: Global Health
- REPORTS TO: Country Representative, Ghana
Code of Conduct
It is our shared responsibility and obligation to treat each other with respect, take affirmative steps to prevent matters involving Sexual Exploitation & Abuse and Trafficking in Persons, and to disclose all potential and actual violations of our Code of Conduct, which may include Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption, Discrimination or Harassment. Together we can reinforce a culture of respect, integrity, accountability, and transparency.
BACKGROUND ON Ghana IHP
The purpose of the USAID-funded Ghana Integrated Health Partnership (IHP) activity to strategically contribute to the Government of Ghana’s strategies to reduce preventable maternal, newborn and child deaths, including stillbirths, and improve their overall health and well-being by 2030. Activities are expected to advance Ghana toward increased localization, strengthening the capacity of Ghana institutions and local organizations to introduce, deliver, scale-up, and sustain the use of evidence-based, quality MNCH, voluntary family planning, malaria, and global health security services. The project will increase access, utilization and quality of maternal and child health, family planning, malaria, and nutrition services to reduce preventable maternal, newborn and child deaths in northern Ghana.
POSITION SUMMARY
Project HOPE seeks a Chief of Party (CoP) to provide vision, leadership, and direction to ensure the strategic, programmatic, technical, and financial integrity of the project. The CoP will be responsible for the overall project leadership, management, and technical direction of staff and consultants, project activities such as implementation, monitoring, reporting and evaluation, and partner coordination. S/he will serve as key liaison with USAID, government counterparts, and local partners. The CoP will manage and supervise the work of project personnel and subcontractors/subgrantees and ensure that all project assistance is technically sound and appropriate. S/he also oversees project work planning, performance management, and strategic communication.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide leadership and strategic direction to ensure the programmatic and financial integrity of the IHP and to achieve rapid and sustained project goals, objectives, and targets.
- Manage the project’s operational, financial, and administrative priorities; direct the planning and budgeting processes; and design and oversee an annual project cycle in accordance with USAID’s annual planning cycles.
- Ensure compliance with the project results and oversight of project activities to achieve the stated objectives.
- Ensure the development of strong monitoring and evaluation (M&E) mechanisms, project monitoring tools, and efficient systems to ensure high quality implementation.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships and alliances with USAID, the government stakeholders, other USG implementing partners, private sector partners, and other key stakeholders in Ghana to maximize resources and avoid duplication of effort.
- Represent Project HOPE’s interests and present progress, achievements, and lessons learned to key Ghana stakeholders, including USAID and implementing partners, in public and professional circles through meetings, conferences, and presentations.
- Provide technical leadership in the design, analysis, and synthesis of interventions.
- Develop strategic plans, annual and quarterly workplans, and overall management of the project in line with USAID guidelines to achieve project objectives.
- Ensure the quality and sustainability of interventions within government health facilities, particularly in the areas of maternal, newborn, and child health, family planning/reproductive health, health systems strengthening, and capacity building of district staff and national partners.
- Participate in relevant technical advisory groups with counterparts and partner institutions.
- Lead the annual work planning process in close collaboration with USAID, Ghana Ministry of Health, project team, and project partners.
- Oversee preparation of periodic project reports to the donor.
- Mentor, support, supervise, and manage a team of highly qualified staff and align their efforts to ensure rapid and sustainable results.
- Provide guidance, in collaboration with key staff, to subcontractors and subgrantees and coordinate activities with other agencies.
- Manage multiple project partners.
- Write and/or review technical components of materials and publications related to integrated health and its development.
- Ensure resources for project implementation are available.
- Work with finance and project staff to develop and track project budgets and ensure project is implemented in budget.
- Work with M&E staff to develop M&E frameworks and effectively track data and results and establish a culture of data for decision-making.
- Work closely with Project HOPE HQ staff to ensure effective, timely, and coordinated project implementation.
- Ensure compliance with USAID operational policies and regulations.
Fulfill other duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably assigned by the Project HOPE Ghana Country Representative.
Required Skills or Experience
- Degree in Medicine is required with specialization in obstetrics, gynecology, or pediatrics preferred.
- Master’s degree or equivalent in Public Health is preferred.
- At least 10 years of demonstrated experience managing operational, project management, and administrative duties for U.S. Government–funded projects or other internationally-funded programs. Previous Chief of Party, Deputy Chief of Party, or senior management experience in public health, RMNCH, and related fields in Ghana.
- Leadership skills in designing, managing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating donor-supported programs, as well the ability to manage programmatic and financial reporting requirements, including sub-grants management.
- Demonstrated experience managing consortiums and building capacity of local organizations.
- Understanding of the Ghana (or similar) social and political context, and developments in the health sector.
- Experience hiring and supervising personnel and ensuring they acquire the necessary training and skills to meet evolving program needs.
- Excellent diplomacy skills and a proven ability to establish and sustain interpersonal and professional relationships with USAID missions, host-country counterparts, and representatives from other key stakeholders such as NGOs, PVOs, the private sector, and other donors.
- In-depth knowledge of USAID projects, regulations, compliance, and reporting.
- Management, training, or clinical background in maternal, newborn, and child health, family planning/reproductive health, and/or health systems strengthening.
- Ability to work in a complex environment with multiple tasks, short deadlines, and intense pressure to perform.
How To Apply
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical demands:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be mobile in an office environment and able to use standard office equipment.
- Must be able to communicate in verbal and written form.
Work environment:
- Typical office environment with exposure to a minimal noise level.
- Project HOPE employees work in the global health field and may be required to travel or work in countries where working conditions are classified as “hardship”.
All positions will be based in Ghana. Ghana nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Due to the substantial number of inquiries, we receive, only candidates who have met the required experience and qualifications for this position will be considered. No phone calls please.
However, since we are active around the world in the field of public health, we may wish to retain your CV in our database for other/future opportunities, unless you direct us otherwise.
Vacancy Link: https://projecthope.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/2/home/requisition/1628?c=projecthope
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