Job Vacancy @ Abt Associates – Deputy Chief of Party (Sierra Leone)

Overview

Job Description

Abt Associates (Abt) is a mission-driven global leader in research, evaluation, and program implementation in the fields of international development, health, and social and environmental policy. Known for its rigorous approach to solving complex challenges, Abt is regularly ranked as one of the top 20 global research firms and one of the top 40 international development innovators. The company has multiple offices in the U.S. and program offices in more than 40 countries.

Opportunity

Abt Associates is recruiting qualified candidates for the positions on an upcoming USAID-funded opportunity in Sierra Leone. The five-year Strengthening Integrated Health Service Activity (SISHA) program will focus on investing in health services, supporting the Government of Sierra Leone in the delivery of quality health services and strengthening the health systems. The SISHA activity embodies strategic evidence-based strategies for malaria control and prevention, ending preventable child and maternal death, improving the health of adolescents, pregnant and postpartum women, and children less than five years old , using data to make informed decisions and building local capacity to implement integrated health programs.

Under the supervision of the Chief of Party, the Deputy Chief of Party supports the technical and operational management and development and execution of the project’s strategic direction, oversees the implementation of project’s key technical aspects, guides other senior technical staff and ensures the responsiveness and quality of the work along with efficient use of resources and achievement of results. We are looking for individuals who are committed to exceeding expectations and who strive to improve the lives of people worldwide.

The position will be based in Freetown, Sierra Leone and is contingent upon award to Abt Associates.

Specific duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Provide managerial and technical support to the Chief of Party, assisting in areas including work planning, performance management, and strategic communications
• Represent Abt Associates and the project to the USAID/Sierra Leone Mission, the host country government, local partners and other key stakeholders; serve as delegate for Chief of Party as needed;
• Supervise and support project senior management team, in coordination with Chief of Party
• Manage and supervise the work of project personnel and subcontractors
• Managing and coordinating of provincial teams
• Support and provide quality assurance to the development and timely implementation of technical activities and ensure high-quality, timely deliverables and data required for USAID performance benchmarks and results frameworks are produced
• Supervise the project’s administrative team to ensure smooth project operations, timely implementation, and effective communication with the client and home office
• Support Chief of Party in the project annual work planning process, and ensure that quality operational plans, budgets, and reports are submitted as per contract agreements
• Maintain good working relationships with government officials, government ministries, implementing partners, and the international and local NGO community.
• Ensure the USAID SISHA program is delivered according to the contractual requirement of the donor and expectation of the government in collaboration with project stakeholders, participants and beneficiaries.
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree or a Doctorate Degree (desirable) in Public Health, Medicine, or other related field
• 8 years (minimum) of relevant international health experience with a Master’s Degree, or 6 years (minimum) with a Doctorate
• At least 3 years managing complex projects in the areas of health systems strengthening (human resources for health, financing, governance, and health commodity management, data for decision-making), Malaria control, RMNCH, and/or infectious diseases, in West Africa, preferably Sierra Leone.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with USAID, ministry officials, government officials at the national and subnational level, and other development partners.
• Familiarity with US Government regulations (e.g., Federal Acquisition Regulations and the Foreign Assistance Act)
• Demonstrated strong written and oral presentation skills
• Proven success in supervisory role managing medium- to large teams
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary, multicultural teams

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree + Twelve years of relevant experience, or Master’s Degree + Ten years of relevant experience, or PhD+ Eight years of relevant experience

#LI_AE1

Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.

About Us

Abt Associates is a mission-driven, global leader in research and program implementation in the fields of health, social and environmental policy, and international development. Known for its rigorous approach to solving complex challenges, Abt Associates is regularly ranked as one of the top global research firms and one of the international development innovators. The company has multiple offices in the U.S. and program offices in more than 40 countries.

At Abt Associates, we are committed to creating a lasting culture of equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that in order to achieve full participation, our practices must be free of prejudice, discrimination, and bias that result in inequitable outcomes. We are actively working to advance equity for everyone, and while we still have much work to do, we know that racial and cultural diversity are an asset to our business and the communities where we live and serve. Our ongoing commitment is focused on creating business practices that advance racial and social equity, investments in community impact programs for the benefit of Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC), and expand upon project work related to racial equity and social justice.

Organization

Abt Associates is a mission-driven, global leader with a proven track record in complex program implementation in the international development sector. We offer bold solutions and technical excellence in Health, Economic Growth, Governance, Research & Evaluation, Environment & Energy, Gender Equality & Social Inclusion. Working with our many partners, we have driven measurable social impact for more than 55 years, to achieve our mission of improving the quality of life and economic well-being of people worldwide. We operate in remote and challenging environments and employ more than 3,700 staff in over 50 countries. For more information about us and what we do, visit our website at www.abtassociates.com

Disclaimer: Careerical eConsult posts job listings for the convenience of job seekers. We do not endorse or recommend employers, and a posting does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation. Careerical eConsult explicitly makes no representations or guarantees about positions listed on our website. Careerical eConsult is not responsible for safety, wages, working conditions, or other aspects of employment.  It is the responsibility of applicants to research the integrity of the organizations to which they are applying. We advise you to use caution and common sense when applying for any position with an organization or private party.