Chemonics International is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning Director
2.) Operations and Finance Director
3.) Chief of Party

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning Director

About the job

Chemonics seeks a Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) Director for the anticipated USAID, five-year Integrated Health Activity in Sierra Leone. The MERL Director will ensure development, oversight, and implementation of the project’s monitoring and evaluation (M&E) plan and reporting, implementation research and collaborative learning processes for project activities in collaboration with the project leadership, local partners, health system actors and communities. This includes collaboratively designing the project’s MERL framework, data collection tools, reporting templates, as well as training staff and partners on MERL system operations and tools. S/he will also provide leadership in knowledge generation, translation, and management strategies to support data use for strategic decision-making and scale up of evidence-based practices at national, subnational and community levels. S/he will collaborate and work closely with the Integrated Health Activity project team, partners and stakeholders. Sierra Leonean and African Union nationals are strongly encouraged to apply. Please note this position is contingent upon successful award. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of MERL activities including routine project monitoring and reporting, data analysis and use, and data quality
• Ensure MERL activities are in line with the USAID Evaluation Policy
• Lead the design and implementation of the project’s MERL systems to ensure standardization across activities in indicators, data collection, and reporting
• Promote use of routine country-led health information systems and integrated district health management team approaches;
• Apply adaptive management strategies and facilitate learning activities to support staff to assess progress and continually refine programming
• Lead the design and implementation of the research and learning agenda
• Manage the project’s M&E team and provide technical support, mentoring and coaching to project team members and partners
• Assist with project documentation activities as required, including, but not limited to identifying and documenting best practices
• Disseminate relevant technical information in a timely manner to staff within the project and the network
• Design and lead implementation of project assessments and evaluations; facilitate use of results to inform programming; and disseminate knowledge generated and lessons learnt
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required

• A master’s degree or higher in public health, statistics, research methods, information systems, or a related advanced degree
• At least eight years of experience of M&E systems development and implementation in relevant country settings, including in fragile settings, and for complex projects (M&E systems for global projects preferred), with at least 5 years of experience on MEL for health projects
• In-depth knowledge and experience in USG reporting requirements
• Expertise in quantitative and qualitative methodologies, research, management information systems, reporting, data quality assessments, and data analysis and visualization
• Expertise in business intelligence, data analysis, and using tools such as MS Excel, Power BI and statistical packages; experience with DHIS2 preferred
• Familiarity with appropriate metrics for MERL activities focused on health systems strengthening, primary health care, RMNCH, family planning, malaria prevention and control and others
• Track record of progressive responsibility working at a senior manager level
• Fluent English oral and written communication skills is required
• Willingness to travel domestically within Sierra Leone for at least 4-8 weeks a year

Application Instructions

Please apply through this link: APPLY

no later than December 31, 2021. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; no telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.

Chemonics is equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors

2.) Operations and Finance Director

About the job

Chemonics seeks an Operations and Finance Director for the anticipated USAID, five-year Integrated Health Activity in Sierra Leone. The Operations and Finance Director is responsible for assisting the Chief of Party with the development and implementation of management systems and supervision of project operations and staff, directly supervising operations, procurement, transport, and finance staff. S/he will provide oversight of all administrative systems to ensure quality control of project administration. S/he will ensure the coordination and coherence of and adherence to U.S. government regulations and Chemonics’ corporate and project office policies at a central and several regional project office. Sierra Leonean and African Union nationals are strongly encouraged to apply. Please note this position is contingent upon successful award. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Responsibilities

General

• Support the Chief of Party to develop and implement management systems for project planning, reporting, and performance management; financial management; property and technical procurement systems; and personnel management
• Manage daily work of finance and operations project team members and provides performance feedback.
• Support technical implementation through timely reviews of sub/contracts or sub-recipient modifications, processing of local subcontractor payments, and overall effective management of subcontracts and leases with landlords, warehouses, and other vendors, as well as relevant software licenses
• Monitor and support the standardization of operational systems, policies, and procedures for the Integrated Health activity central and regional project offices
• Ensure compliance with U.S. government regulations, Chemonics’ corporate policies, laws of Sierra Leone, and any supplemental policies developed specifically for Sierra Leone
• Develop and implement systems that assist supervisors to manage and oversee supervisees and provides regular and constructive feedback to project staff
• Ensure proper administration of the program through the supervision of the project finance, grants, procurement, and administration teams. Track and report quarterly on project financial management indicators

• Anticipate future recruitment needs, lead recruitment efforts – including initial CV reviews, participating in interview panels, and onboarding – on as-needed basis
• Manage annual performance evaluation and salary increase processes
• Promote and support staff continuous development

Operations/Procurement

• Draft and review RFQs for procurement; review purchase orders and draft/finalize subcontracts
• Manage travel and provide logistics support to project staff
• Ensure project inventory and project vehicles are maintained
• Ensure compliance with U.S. government regulations, Chemonics’ corporate policies, the laws of the Government of Sierra Leone
• Oversee the management of local subcontracts and grants under contract for compliance and performance; including coordinating with technical staff to finalize scope and managing performance of contractor or grantee against deliverables

Financial Management

• Review/Approve coding sheets
• Establish and ensure financial segregation of duties
• Conduct regular reviews of petty cash register
• Review final review of payroll for project staff
• Review monthly wire transfer requests
• Maintain subcontracts/procurement tracker and provide financial forecasting and accruals information to PMU on a monthly basis
• Draft annual and ad hoc budgets, in particular estimation of resources, LOE, and in-country travel necessary to implement current and future work plan activities

Security

• Keep up-to-date on evolving in-country security situation; circulates security updates to relevant in-country staff, and ensures adherence to security guidelines
• Update Emergency Action Plan regularly

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in finance, management, business administration, or economics
• At least ten (10) years’ experience in international donor-funded financial and grants management, with a minimum of 5 years of senior-level responsibility for administration and finance managing programs of similar size
• Proven expertise in finance, accounting, and auditing, monitoring of grant compliance and management and the establishment of internal controls
• Prior experience overseeing finance and administration for a USG-funded project of a similar size and complexity is highly desirable
• Knowledge of USAID administrative, management and reporting procedures and systems along with strategic program planning, management, supervision, and budgeting expertise
• Excellent track record of good interpersonal, supervision, leadership, and managerial skills
• Results-oriented and team player and ability to follow guidelines and controls required of the position
• Prior experience managing a team of high performing staff working in multiple locations/field offices
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access plus working knowledge of accounting and procurement software (particularly QuickBooks) is preferable
• Fluent English oral and written communication skills is required
• Willingness to travel domestically within Sierra Leone for at least 4-8 weeks a year

Equal Employment Opportunity

Application Instructions

Please apply through this link: APPLY

no later than December 31, 2021. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; no telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.

Chemonics is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics. Military veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

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3.) Chief of Party

About the job

Chemonics seeks a Chief of Party for the anticipated USAID, 5- year Integrated Health Activity in Sierra Leone.

The Chief of Party will bear primary responsibility for the overall technical and managerial requirements of program performance and will be responsible for the overall management and implementation of the project. S/he will supervise project implementation and ensure that the project meets stated goals and reporting requirements. S/he will also have principal responsibility for representation of the project to USAID. This position is contingent upon successful award. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world. Sierra Leonean and African Union nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assumes overall leadership, strategy development, management oversight, and technical direction for primary health care, community health, and WASH activities;
• Serves as primary liaison to USAID, implementing partners, host country governments, project stakeholders, and counterparts in the public and private sectors;
• Provides overall leadership and supervision of senior management team, technical and administrative staff, and sub-awardees;
• Responsible for the overall and direct implementation of project activities and liaises with project teams to ensure technical coordination;
• Leads the strategic engagement of the communities and local partners in program activities;
• Ensures that all project assistance is technically sound and appropriate;
• Oversees program work planning, budget, performance management, monitoring and evaluation, and strategic communications;
• Identifies issues and risks related to project implementation in a timely manner and appropriate program adjustments; and
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required.

• Advanced degree in public health, medicine, nursing, or related field
• At least ten years of professional experience managing large, complex health projects in developing countries, with at least eight years of experience working on private sector engagement programming;
• Demonstrated thought leadership in health systems strengthening, primary health care, RMNCH, malaria prevention and control, and community engagement,
• Experience leading large teams, managing programs, and enabling local partnerships to achieve results;
• Track record of progressive responsibility, including at least eight years providing senior-level leadership (e.g., Project Director, Chief of Party, Deputy Director) to programs of similar scale, scope and complexity;
• Strong ability to collaborate and build partnerships with Ministries of Health, USAID, and implementing partners in West Africa, with experience working in Sierra Leone preferred;
• Fluent English oral and written communication skills is required.

Application Instructions

Please apply through this link: APPLY

no later than December 31, 2021. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; no telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.

Chemonics is equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.