CARE seeks a Chief of Party for the anticipated USAID-funded Strengthening Integrated Health Services Activity (SIHSA) in Sierra Leone. The anticipated goals of the activity are to improve quality Family Planning and Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent health (FP/RMNCAH), and malaria services; and increase adoption of selected key optimal behaviors to improve health in selected districts in Sierra Leone. This activity is expected to be a five-year program in the $25 million to $50 million range. This position is subject to project award and funding. National and international candidates are encouraged to apply. The position will be based in Freetown, Sierra Leone. The Chief of Party is accountable for the overall vision and leadership of the project and is responsible for delivering results. The successful candidate should possess significant senior experience managing program, financial, and operations of USAID or other international donor-funded projects.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic guidance to consortium partners responsible for implementing various project components
• Provide leadership to technical experts and bring dynamic leadership for effective implementation to achieve desired outcomes
• Act as the main focal point for USAID and government stakeholders at national level
• Ensure current global and donor technical standards and approaches are embedded and implemented in all aspects throughout the project cycle management
• Develop, track and adapt project workplans in consultation with consortium members
• Oversee financial management as per USAID and CARE policies Ensure program activities are implemented on schedule and within the approved budget Ensure that CARE’s PSHEA and Safety & security policies and procedures are applied to all program and staff operations
• Promote a culture of reflective learning and adaptation across the broad spectrum of partnerships and project teams
• Develop, supervise and manage a diverse group of experts and program staff With staff and partners, translate project goals and objectives into implementable strategies and plans.
• Oversee the timely and accurate preparation and submission of all project reports and deliverables as specified in the agreement. Represent the project at high-level meetings, conferences, and other fora.
• Motivate teams to deliver results by establishing a strong team dynamic, open communications, and leading by example.
• Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in internal operations, management, and program implementation.
• Monitor the progress and pace of project implementation, ensuring that the potential of the program is fully realized through the promotion of high-quality work and internal control;
• Identify problems and risks associated with the timely implementation of activities and suggest appropriate adjustments to activities.

Required Skills:

• University degree and at least ten (10) years of relevant experience in leading programs focused on FP/RMNCAH, malaria and/or health systems strengthening. Previous Chief of Party, Deputy Chief of Party, or equivalent senior management experience required. Graduate degree preferred.
• Proven exceptional leadership in the design, management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of similar-sized international donor-supported programs, with skills in strategic planning and thinking, management, supervision and budgeting, and experience managing complex activities involving coordination with multiple program partner institutions.
• Demonstrated skills building and maintaining relationships with host governments, donors, stakeholders, local organizations, and partners.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; excellent demonstrated interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Experience in developing a project vision, aligning key stakeholders with that vision and ensuring that vision is translated into achievable strategies.
• Experience recruiting, developing, and leading multidisciplinary and multicultural teams, managing complex programs and ensuring project staff meet the highest standards for quality, relevance and on-time delivery.
• Experience managing required programmatic and financial reporting requirements. Experience with M&E is a plus.
• Demonstrated commitment to gender equity.
• Demonstrated skills in adapting project team and scope to the rapid evolution of the context.
• Fluency in English required.
• Ability and willingness to travel as required.

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• Position Description CHIEF OF PARTY, SIERRA LEONE
• Department SIERRA LEONE
• Work Location Sierra Leone – Freetown
• Employee Duration : Active Full-Time