Chief of Party

Chemonics seeks a chief of party for the anticipated three-year, $23-million, USAID-funded Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) project in Kenya. The project will work with Kenyan government ministries and the National Environment Management Authority in support of the President's Malaria Initiative. This will include implementing a high-quality IRS program in identified districts, conducting comprehensive monitoring and evaluation of the program, and developing the capacity of the Division of Malaria Control and the public sector to conduct IRS. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Responsibilities include:

• Create and implement a strategic, long-term programmatic vision and provide overall project leadership, management, and technical direction 
• Serve as the project's key liaison with USAID, government counterparts, and local partners 
• Manage and supervise the work of project personnel and subcontractors 
• Ensure that all project assistance is technically sound and appropriate 
• Oversee project work planning, performance management, and strategic communications

Job Requirements
Qualifications: 

• Advanced degree in public health or a related field required
• Minimum 10 years of senior-level experience designing, implementing, and managing malaria and health projects, preferably in Africa; USAID experience preferred
• Minimum 5 years of experience planning, implementing, and managing IRS programs
• Experience interacting with government agencies, host-county governments and counterparts, and international donor agencies 
• Understanding of U.S. government environmental regulations and appropriate use of insecticides
• Familiarity with logistics or supply chain management strongly preferred 
• Strong interpersonal, writing, and oral presentation skills 
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity 
• English fluency required

Application Instructions:   
Please send your resume, cover letter, and contact information for five references to  ChemonicsKenyaIRS@gmail.com  with "Chief of Party" in the subject line by August 31, 2012. No phone calls, please. Finalists will be contacted.  
In addition, please download and complete Chemonics’ equal employment opportunity self-identification form and submit it separately to  EEOselfidentify@chemonics.com  with only " Kenya Indoor Residual Spraying Project - Chief of Party" in the subject line. Please include the name of the position and the region or country in the subject line. If you prefer not to disclose your sex, race, or ethnicity, you may check “I do not wish to complete the information requested.” Thank you for completing the form and supporting our equal employment opportunity reporting requirements.  

Chemonics is an 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

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