Uganda: Chief of Party, Health Systems Strengthening (8535)

NOTE: This position is contingent upon donor funding. Ugandan Nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

PATH is an international organization that drives transformative innovation to save lives and improve health, especially among women and children. We accelerate innovation across five platforms—vaccines, drugs, diagnostics, devices, and system and service innovations—that harness our entrepreneurial insight, scientific and public health expertise, and passion for health equity. By mobilizing partners around the world, we take innovation to scale, working alongside countries primarily in Africa and Asia to tackle their greatest health needs. Together, we deliver measurable results that disrupt the cycle of poor health.

PATH is seeking a Chief of Party for an anticipated five-year USAID Health System Strengthening program in Uganda. This program will focus on strengthening health systems including: human resources for health, strategic information, laboratory networks, Supply Chain logistics management, district based healthcare financing and good governance/leadership. This project focus will be essential for the attainment of the UNAIDS 90-90-90 set targets for the HIV/AIDS epidemic control and realization of the vision of an AIDS-free generation in Uganda.

Responsibilities:

• Provides overall leadership to the project team, technical and operational aspects of the project, including planning and implementation of the project.
• Manages effective use of the resources to reach the desired results of the project, monitoring the work plans, budgets and finances, in accordance with the procedures of the donor (USAID).
• Responsible for the preparation of the annual work plans, budgets, and annual progress reports in a timely fashion for submission to USAID.
• Serves as the liaison with the local USAID Mission, US Government representatives, partners, civil society organizations, appropriate officials from the Government of Uganda and representatives from other donor and development agencies.
• Guides the technical and programmatic aspects of work plans and activities.
• Ensures timely and accurate financial and program reports to USAID and PATH HQ as required.
• Plans, directs, and coordinates activities to ensure that goals and objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters.
• Develops annual work plans, project teams, and SOPs to meet project goals and ensure compliance with policies.
• Provides guidance and coaching to managers and staff to achieve project goals and develop national leadership capacity.
• Establishes, serves, and maintains partnerships with internal and external stakeholders on project matters.
• Responsible for induction of project staff, ensuring their familiarity with mandate values, quality standards, policies and program objectives and their individual responsibilities in upholding these standards and policies.

Required Skills & Experience:

• A Masters’ degree or its international equivalent or higher in public health or a related area.
• At least 10-15 years of professional experience in public health, particularly leading and designing health systems strengthening programs; experience in working with key stakeholders in Uganda strongly desired.
• At least 7 years of professional experience in project management and leadership, including experience in managing USAID projects and staff.
• Proven experience working with government officials, particularly the Ministry of Health is highly desirable, to support strategy development, implementation plans and decision making.
• Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills to plan, organize, and manage resources for successful completion of projects.
• Proven experience with USAID regulations in financial and accounting management per USAID guidelines, ensure that the project maintains the highest administrative, financial, and operational standards for compliance and audits.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

Must have legal authorization to work in Uganda.

PATH is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity is valued.

PATH is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. PATH does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or sexual orientation, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

To apply, please submit an application directly through the PATH website: http://bit.ly/2z9iTba