Chief of Party (COP) at Abt Associates

Job Description

Abt Associates, a global leader in implementing technical assistance pro­grams and research in the fields of economic growth, agriculture, social and environmental policy, and climate change, seeks highly qualified can­didates for the anticipated USAID Comprehensive Client Centered Health Program for Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child and Adolescent Health in Tanzania, or the Tanzania C3HP RMNCAH Activity, which seeks to increase the demand for and use of quality integrated RMNCAH ser­vices in target regions, particularly women of reproductive age, youth and children, by improving access to quality RMNCAH services in both facili­ties and the surrounding communities, promoting positive health-seeking behaviors among Tanzania’s population, and enhancing the overall policy environment for RMNCAH service delivery.

All positions will be based in Dar es Salaam and are contingent upon proj­ect award to Abt Associates.

Chief of Party (COP) -The COP’s primary responsibilities are aimed at providing overall leadership and technical direction of the entire project activity, ensuring an integrated vision among different components and actors, and a focus on achieving the results defined in the project’s scope of work. Candidates must have a Master’s degree with at least 15 years of senior-level international project management experience in designing, implementing and managing large, complex health systems strengthen­ing and service delivery programs in developing countries. Experience working in Tanzania required.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates may send a CV and cover letter to TanzaniaJobs@abtassoc.com. Please include the position title and “Tanzania RMNCHA” in the subject line of the email. One email per position application. Deadline for applications is December 31,2020. Tanzanian nationals are encouraged to apply. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

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.

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