Division.: International Programs
Description
Save the Children
The Chief of Party for the Mozambique program will provide overall technical and management leadership to support and engage the core components of this five-year cooperative agreement funded by USAID valued at $72M. The Service Delivery and Support for OVC Program is focused on strengthening the capacity of families and communities to care for and protect the children within their care. These efforts will contribute to reducing the risk and impact of HIV/AIDS and other health conditions on one of the most vulnerable populations in Mozambique. Utilizing a family-centered approach, the goal of this critical program is to strengthen families and communities to help OVC, build resilience, create a fostering environment for healthy development and ensure that children are healthy, educated and prepared to contribute to Mozambique’s development.
Summary Scope of Work
The Chief of Party (COP) will provide overall programmatic and technical leadership, ensure that the program is technically sound, evidence-based, and responsive to country and USAID priorities. Overall, the COP will be responsible for the overall quality and impact of the Service Delivery and Support program. S/he will lead the development of program strategies, design of program approaches, advocacy and fundraising, networking with key stakeholders including government, NGOs, national and regional forums and representation of the country office at various levels. S/he will play a key role in designing partnership strategies, building diversified collaborations and networking with key players at the community and national levels. The COP will also be responsible for planning and monitoring of the financial budget and its expenditures for effective and efficient programming in Mozambique.
Specific Responsibilities
Take the lead role in planning, designing and the implementation of programmatic activities in light of the organizational strategic vision and project objectives
Provide managerial and technical support throughout the implementation of the project, including management of sub-partners
Introduce innovative ideas and approaches to community issues within sector programs where relevant and also identify opportunities for synergy and inter-sector collaboration for effective programs
Overall management of the Mozambique program and budget as well as direct responsibility for monitoring program progress towards achieving results and anticipated outcomes
Contribute to the development and submission of the Health Operational Plans and PEPFAR Country Operating Plan technical and budget documents with USAID
Maintain professional relationships with relevant Ministries and government departments at all levels
Identify partnerships and collaborations strategies with NGOs, government or the private sector
Responsible for the annual and semi-annual program reports and budget according to USAID and SC requirements, and develop requests for supplemental funding
Contribute in fostering a learning environment among the program team members, which will encourage innovation and sharing of ideas across the health, education, livelihoods and nutrition sectors, including all international and local partners
Serve as the key role in staff supervision, performance appraisal, hiring and mentoring for ensuring quality and retention of core program staff
Ensure that the program is in compliance with all relevant administrative and financial policies and procedures of the Mozambique country office and those of USAID
Ensure appropriate training and capacity building activities for program staff members, to support high quality program implementation at field sites
Establish and maintain professional relationships with government ministries and departments, UN agencies and NGOs, and actively participate in coordination meetings
Ensure good practice by supporting the development of strong M&E mechanisms and identify gaps in the standards of delivery of health programs by partners through a robust monitoring process
Ensure that the program monitoring tools and system are in place to ensure high quality implementation by partners
Ensure the timely submission of all program reports, documents and program publications including scientific submission as necessary
Provide management leadership in developing and updating the organogram for ensuring effective management and supervision
Establish, build and nurture effective teamwork within the team both at CO and district levels and ensure a cohesive workplace environment for optimum staff retention
Provide a leadership role for SC OVC work across multiple technical areas
Ensure that all grantees and sub-grantees met USAID, Health. PEPFAR and program requirements
Participate in country office and OVC meetings both within and outside SC and represent SC as well as representation of the project to the US Government
Qualifications and Experience
Master’s degree in social sciences, public health, international development or community development is required plus a minimum of seven years of senior-level management experience designing, managing and implementing large and complex care/support programs, or
Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, public health, international development or community development is required with at least 10 years of experience managing large and complex OVC or HIV/AIDS care and support projects
Minimum of eight years management experience and working or living within a developing country
Advanced knowledge and demonstrated international credibility as a leader on subject matters of child protection, education, OVC or HIV care/support and social work or on other relevant areas within developing countries, preferably in Africa
Prior experience as Chief of Party and knowledge of USG approaches and regulations is required
Knowledge and proven experience in setting strategy, staff oversight, program administration, contractual compliance, and financial management is essential; able to communicate strategy and vision to both partners and colleagues is key
Demonstrated expertise at team management, leadership, decision-making and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to ensure gender integration in project design, implementation and M&E
Technical skills of program design, supervision, monitoring, evaluation and research is required ideally in a complex, challenging environment; and understanding of program cycle management
Able to navigate politically sensitive terrain and maintain constructive relationships with a diverse set of key stakeholders and host country government as well as with USAID/Mozambique
Excellent communication skills (both in oral and written) and fluency in English and at least one romance language (Portuguese, Spanish and French) is required as well as the ability to interact professionally in these languages
Familiarity with the political, social, and cultural context of Mozambique and the region is ideal
Employee Type
Full-Time Regular
Save the Children is the leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in over 120 countries, including the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. In times of acute crisis, we mobilize rapid assistance to help children recover from the effects of war, conflict and natural disasters. Each year, we and our partners reach millions of children in communities around the world. Join our dedicated and diverse staff in their work to improve the well-being of children everywhere.
Save the Children provides an attractive benefits package including competitive salaries, a matching retirement plan, health and welfare benefits, life insurance, an employee assistance program, generous time off and much more. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, or status as a veteran. Save the Children complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
