Chief of Party I: Global Fund Malaria Program, Niger

Job Title:                         Chief of Party I: Global Fund Malaria Program, Niger

Requisition Number: I1867

Area of Interest:          Health

Position Type:               Full Time

Location:                         Niger/Niamey

Job Description:                

Dept./Location:       West Africa/Niamey, Niger

Band:                        D
Supervisor:              Deputy Country Representative (DCR)

About CRS:

Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.

Context: 
The main task assigned to the Chief of Party I, is to coordinate the implementation of the program against malaria funded by the Global Fund andprovide appropriate technical leadership ensuring full achievement of project objectives. In particular, the Chief of Party ensures that all planned activities are executed within the agreed timetable, within the budgetary allocation and achieve the expected results, as agreed with the Global Fund.

Main Duties: 

General Management:

·       Manage the Coordination Unit, supervise and provide support to staff.

·       Coordinate all training activities, data collection for the Global Fund Malaria Program with the assistance of a multidisciplinary team.

·       Work with the NMCP, USAID, WHO, partner group Roll Back Malaria and any other institution or service involved in the prevention and management of malaria.

·       Prepare and / or review all reports.

·       Ensure that the data compilation is done correctly and that it is of high quality.

·       Participate in meetings and conferences on malaria interventions in Niger and outside.
Ensure minimization of risks through the implementation of the management plan of sub-recipients and risks.

·       Develop initiatives to improve the visibility of interventions CRS in the implementation of projects financed by the Global Fund.

·       Evaluate the internal and external issues that have impact on the implementation of the program and inform the management of CRS.

Technical Leadership:

·       In collaboration with the NMCP, provide strategic leadership on issues related to the supply chain and delivery of medicines and health products such as RDTs, ACT and LLIN and their distribution to targeted populations throughout the territory of Niger.

·       Develop strategies and maintain relationships to improve advocacy and collaboration with regional and international partners (eg. RBM, UNICEF, WHO, World Bank, USAID) and other organizations and individuals concerned.

·       Provide assistance in the development and implementation of strategies and tools for the periodic assessment of the impact of project activities.

·       Ensure that all best practices and lessons learned are shared within and outside the project.

Coordination of subcontractors:

·       Coordinate strategies used by sub-recipients to ensure consistency in the program and the system of monitoring and evaluation.

·       Serve as the primary liaison between CRS and sub-recipients.

·       Produce guidelines for sub-recipients on the conduct of activities and coordinate the process of development and integration of work plans to ensure an annual work plan for the project.

·       Ensure that specialized technical expertise is well recognized and used and advanced knowledge on malaria are reflected in the work of the project staff.

·       Ensure that resources are planned appropriately to meet the technical assistance needs of the project including quantification of products, capacity building, the procurement plan and strengthening the delivery chain.

Budget, Planning and Financial Report:

·       Make sure that the submissions of financial reports are made on time and in accordance with the financial procedures of the Global Fund.

·       Ensure that project funds advances and liquidations are conducted according to the rules established in the Memorandum of Understanding of the project.

·       Ensure compliance with the application of safeguard measures enacted by the Global Fund

Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting:

·       Ensure monitoring and evaluation (M & E) is operational and produces regular reports.

·       Work with the Head of Monitoring and Evaluation to coordinate the various studies, databases, and evaluations. Be part of the evaluationteams as required by the needs of CRS program.

·       Contribute to good planning and facilitating internal and external audits of projects funded by the Global Fund

Integration of Program:

·       Provide appropriate information to other programs as needed.

·       Identify mechanisms where relevant messages on the prevention of malaria can be integrated into other program areas.

·       Participate in integrated supervision missions in collaboration with other PRs.

Supervisory Responsibility: 3 direct reports: Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist, Operations Manager and Communications Specialist

Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff): These are rooted in the mission, values, and principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and to achieve the desired results.

· Serves with Integrity

· Models Stewardship

· Cultivates Constructive Relationships

· Promotes Learning  

Key Working Relationships:
Internal: Country Representative, Deputy Country Representative, Operations Officer (HoOPS), Manager of Finance, Administrative Manager, Responsible for procurement and supply, Internal Auditor,  Deputy Regional Director, Regional Technical Advisors, Consultants, and headquarters.

External: Portfolio Manager, Global Fund; Local Fund Agent / Global Fund; Sub-recipients;  Global Fund Country Coordinating Mechanism (CCM); Coordinator, National Programme for the Fight against Malaria (NMCP); Regional Directorates of Public Health (DRSP); WHO, UNICEF, UNDP, RBM; Ministry of Public Health; Fiduciary Agent; Principal Recipients other Global Fund Programs

Qualifications, Experiences and Skills required:

·       Masters in International Development, Public Health, or a related technical field.

·       Ten years of experience in positions of high responsibility in the management of large grants that support health programs in the context of African countries.

·       Experience in coordinating programs that combine several agencies.                       

·       Strong preference for candidates with at least five years of experience in programming of malaria and an ability to provide technical assistance to partner organizations.

·       Have experience in a supply system of public health and / or logistics in the private sector in developing countries chain.

·       Excellent oral communication and good interpersonal relationship.

·       Very good knowledge of French and English.

·       Have strong skills, initiative, and motivation, with a commitment to work in groups.

Disclaimer Clause:

This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

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