Overview
FHI 360 is a global development organization with a rigorous, evidence-based approach. Our professional staff includes experts in health, nutrition, education, economic development, civil society, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,400 staff in the U.S. and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at every level and our multidisciplinary approach enable us to have a lasting impact on the individuals, communities and countries we serve-improving lives for millions. FHI 360 seeks a qualified candidate for 3 positions for an anticipated USAID-funded project- Tanzania Improved Nutrition for Better Life.
Recruitment/availability of these positions is contingent upon successful award of the project and approval of key personnel
Deputy Chief of Party
Position Summary:
The position will be responsible for supporting program management and providing technical leadership and supervision of project activities. The Deputy Chief of Party will support the Chief of Party to provide technical and managerial oversight and direction to the design and delivery of all activities and ensure adherence to timelines, submission of deliverables and production of quality products and services.
Responsibilities:
- Working with the Chief of Party to provide overall leadership and management to project, ensuring strategic direction and compliance with organization policies and procedures and donor regulations;
- Managing, implementing, and monitoring systems, services, project staff and budgets to achieve financial, administrative and technical/programmatic goals;
- Ensuring that program implementation is managed closely through the development of structured work plans, indicator tracking sheets and approved monitoring plans;
- Providing timely and accurate financial and programmatic reports to organization management and donor as required; Managing development of and monitoring work plans and budgets;
- Ensuring appropriate levels of technical assistance in program operations; coordinating partner efforts in program implementation; ensuring appropriate program monitoring and reporting;
- Liaising as appropriate with USAID/Tanzania, government counterparts, and local implementing agencies in coordinating their participation in project development and implementation.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in nutrition or a very closely related field with 7- 9 years of technical experience in implementing and managing one or more facets of multi-sectoral nutrition issues OR Bachelor’s Degree in nutrition or a very closely related field with 9-11 years experience
- Proven experience in leading community-based nutrition approaches around nutrition sensitive and specific interventions.
- Proven experience in collaboration and coordination to engage various nutrition stakeholders within multi-sectoral nutrition efforts.
- Demonstrated experience in managing and supervising a team.
- Demonstrated knowledge of USAID policies, procedures and approaches related to program design/implementation, budgeting, monitoring and evaluation.
- Solid written English and oral communication skills; fluency in Swahili highly desirable.
- Relevant experience in East Africa; experience in Tanzania is preferred.
How to Apply:
FHI360 has a competitive compensation package. For detailed information, interested candidates may either submit their application Curriculum Vitae (CV)/Resume, Photocopies of Certificates and Names and Addresses of three (3) referees to Email: tz_recruitment@fhi360.org or visit FHI 360!s Career Center at www.fhi360.org/careercenter to register online, and to submit CV/resume and cover letter. FHI 360 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Closing Date: July 27, 2018. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
