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Post:Chief of Party, Malaria Care Project, Accra, Ghana
Organization:PATH
Tracking Code 5529 Job Description
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PATH is an international nonprofit organization that transforms global health through innovation. We take an entrepreneurial approach to developing and delivering high-impact, low-cost solutions, from lifesaving vaccines and devices to collaborative programs with communities. Through our work in more than 70 countries, PATH and our partners empower people to achieve their full potential.
PATH seeks a Chief of Party (COP) to lead a new project in Ghana, implemented under the global MalariaCare partnership, a USAID - funded program available to support case management support to PMI focus and other countries. MalariaCare aims to achieve universal diagnosis and appropriate case management for malaria by strengthening the capacity of malaria-affected countries at all levels of the health system to provide high-quality diagnostic and treatment services for malaria and other febrile illnesses.
Required Skills
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage technical assistance teams and multi-partner collaborative projects.
- Demonstrated ability to work and oversee interventions at both the central and community levels.
- Demonstrated ability to work with USAID, implementing partners, Ghanaian Governmental organizations and institutions at the national and regional level, local nongovernmental organizations, and community-based organizations and structures.
- Well balanced professional able to see the big picture with attention to detail.
- Critical thinker, with the ability to lead a team toward innovation and creativity.
- Strong mentoring and coaching skills.
- Fluency in English required.
- Ability to travel up to 30 percent in-country; limited international travel expected.
Required Experience
Doctor of Medicine (MD), with an advanced degree in public health, international development, or related field preferred A minimum of 10 years of experience in a leadership role working in technical assistance programs with substantial experience working in malaria control programs. Health systems strengthening experience strongly preferred. At least three years managing health projects, including direct supervision of professional and support staff, as a COP or DCOP, preferably in USAID-funded projects. Experience working in Africa, preferably in Ghana, required. Demonstrated experience in capacity building, supervision, and mentoring.
PATH is dedicated to diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Location Accra, , Ghana Position Type Full-Time/Regular
How to Apply
http://unjobs.org/vacancies/1374786586249
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