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Position Title: Deputy Chief of Party- Anticipated OVC Program (Uganda), Jobs in Uganda,
Primary Location: Uganda
Organization: Global Communities
Job Level: Senior-level
Description
Deputy Chief of Party for Anticipated Uganda OVC Program
The mission of Global Communities (formerly CHF International) is to create
long-lasting, positive and community-led change that improves the lives and
livelihoods of vulnerable people across the globe.
Global Communities is seeking a Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) for an
anticipated Uganda OVC program. The DCOP will work with the Chief of Party to
manage the anticipated program’s implementation and oversee its performance,
management and operations. The DCOP
will assist with high-quality, timely and complete submission of work
plans, financial reports, performance reports, etc. The DCOP is expected to assist
the Chief of Party in interacting with key implementation actors and other
development partners.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities :
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Help manage program
implementation, supervise program staff and manage consortium partners in
coordination with the Chief of Party;
·
Provide guidance and technical
assistance on activities, coordinate with consultants and local implementing
partners, and provide strategic assistance on all program components;
·
Solve problems under tight
deadlines while ensuring operational and program integrity;
·
Assist with timely, high-quality
and complete submission of work plans and performance and financial reports;
·
Coordinate project implementation
with other Global Communities programs to ensure synergy and maximize impact;
·
Bring key developments and
problem areas to the attention of the Chief of Party for resolution;
·
Represent the project at high
level meetings with government officials, USAID, and other donor agencies;
·
Help provide oversight of
contract activities.
Qualifications:
·
Master's degree in a relevant
field such as international development or health.
·
At least eight years of
senior-level management experience in the development sector, preferably with
orphans and vulnerable children.
·
Knowledge and prior application
of participatory methodologies;
·
Proven success helping manage
multi-million dollar development
budgets;
·
Three to five years of experience
managing and/or implementing USAID-funded programs in Africa. Thorough
understanding of USAID rules and regulations for grants and contracts;
·
Demonstrated experience
coordinating with a broad set of diverse stakeholders including communities,
local and national governments, donors, INGOs and other local partners;
·
Proven strategic planning and
communication skills;
·
Fluency in written and spoken
English.
Ugandan nationals are encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should
apply with their CV and cover letter.
Application Deadline : 14-May-2014
How to Apply:
If you are qualified and interested in discussing this engagement in more
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