Deputy Chief of Party, PEPFAR OVC Program at Pact

Location: Ethiopia
Last Date: July 15, 2010

Job Description

Title: Deputy Chief of Party, PEPFAR OVC Program
Department: Programs
Supervisor: Chief of Party – Ethiopia
Location: Ethiopia
Effective Date: To be determined

HR Use Only: Exempt/Non-Exempt:
EEO Job Class: Manager, Professional or Administrative Salary Level: Level 1- 5

Pact values and supports a diverse work environment.

Position Summary:

The Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) is responsible for providing the technical direction for a large USAID/PEPFAR program serving orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) in Ethiopia. The DCOP will work with Pact’s existing country office in Ethiopia, and will provide technical guidance and support in the sectors of OVC, HIV/AIDS, and livelihoods programming while coordinating with relevant stakeholders including the Government of Ethiopia and relevant ministries, the donor, and local partners as necessary.


Core Values: Pact employees embrace the following core values as representatives of the institution:

• all people have a right to participate in decisions affecting their lives
• gender equity is mandatory for social transformation
• resources are allocated in a transparent manner, guided by accountability to our clients and Pact’s role as steward of resources intended for the poor
• diversity in background, gender and age strengthen our capacity to be wise managers of public and private funds
• teamwork and collaboration shape our day-to-day working relationships
• innovation and risk taking to achieve impact and broad scaleable results drive strategic priorities
• gathering and sharing information are primary roles for all employees
• staff growth and advancement are a priority, including training and professional skills building to increase knowledge and competence and to stay abreast of new developments, especially in technology
• a healthy balance between work and life outside of work must be maintained for work satisfaction and fulfillment

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Formulate and guide the implementation of the project;
• Manage all technical aspects of program implementation and direction, oversee programmatic and monitoring and evaluation staff;
• Contribute to the development of annual workplans and other planning documents;
• Represent Pact and the project in relevant meetings with stakeholders, including partners, donors, and government;
• Provide high-quality technical guidance and support that is grounded in the program’s strategic objectives and adheres to expected technical quality and reporting requirements;
• Remain appraised of current good practices and developments in OVC programming, in order to ensure program quality and impact;
• Develop staff capacity and technical knowledge.

Qualifications:

• Experience in a technical role for a complex or national program involving multiple actors;
• A strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a high profile, fast paced environment;
• Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks;
• Ability to provide the financial management and oversight necessary to successfully execute a large-scale program;
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets and database skills;
• Strong oral and written communication skills;
• Demonstrated ability to manage local staff.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Master’s degree preferred in public health or related field;
• Five to seven years of relevant technical experience working on OVC and/or HIV programs;
• Prior knowledge of and experience with USAID-funded health programs; PEPFAR and Global Fund experience preferred;
• Extensive knowledge of OVC, HIV and Health issues in Africa; Ethiopia-specific knowledge preferred;
• Fluency in English required; knowledge of Amharic preferred.


Apply online at:
http://recruitment.pactworld.org/apply

Disclaimer: This job description summarizes the responsibilities assigned to the position; however it does not contain an all-inclusive list of responsibilities. Periodically, employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment at Pact is a voluntary ”at will” relationship.