Kenya: Deputy Chief of Party

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology — creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of: Deputy Chief of Party

Description:

The Deputy Chief of Party will be responsible for the technical aspects of project implementation that relate to community and families, and ensure strong linkages with facility- level and other service delivery points. She/he reports directly to the COP and will advise and support the COP in providing technical direction to project implementation and ensure the project meets stated goals, expected results and reporting requirements. She/he will take technical leadership role in coordination with GOK, local community organizations, and other partners. This position will coordinate closely with the household economic strengthening specialist. She/he will be knowledgeable about evidence-based and state-of-the-art social service delivery approaches. The Deputy Chief of Party will also be responsible for ensuring collaboration between the technical, contracts and finance teams.

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

• Plans, executes, and finalizes projects according to strict deadlines and within budget.
• Acquires resources and coordinates the efforts of team members and external clients in order to deliver projects according to plan.
• Manages and defines the project’s objectives and oversee quality control throughout the completion of the project(s) life cycle.
• Creates work plans based on goals and targets, and implement evidence based interventions in a one or more multi-sector areas, as well as new technologies and practices.
• Collaborates with other sectors in order to integrate work plans, budgets and multi-sector interventions, which are essential for the success and sustainability of the project.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent - Knowledge/Information Services, Communications, Education, Environment, Health, Behavioral, Life/Social Sciences International Development, Human Development or Related Field.Education:
• Typically requires 8+ years of project management experience.
• Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
• Experience in multi-sector management and implementation.
• Experience in monitoring and evaluation as well as strategic planning, capacity building and team management.
• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English; fluent in host country language as appropriate. Preferred Education and/or
• Related experience with operating in insecure environments.
• Master’s degree or its international equivalent preferred.
• Management Experience: 5+ Years

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
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