Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.<\/p>\n
CRS\/Ghana Background<\/p>\n
Catholic Relief Services (CRS) has been working in Ghana since 1958 in Health, Agriculture, Peace Building, Water and Sanitation, Microfinance and Education programs and has long-standing relationships with Church and non-Church partners and communities throughout the country. CRS\/Ghana currently has 61 staff with project offices in Tamale and Accra<\/p>\n
Job Description<\/strong><\/p>\n Job Title: Chief Of Party<\/strong><\/p>\n Department: Programming<\/strong> Job Summary:<\/strong><\/p>\n The Chief of Party will provide the vision and overall leadership to the program team. S\/he will be responsible for overseeing the overall management of the project including the quality of programmatic implementation (including monitoring, evaluation and learning) and administrative elements of the project, including the coordination of all consortium partners, and monitoring the budget. S\/he will also serve as the primary point of contact to USAID as well as public, private and non-government stakeholders. He\/she is responsible for ensuring compliance with USAID grants including oversight of partner budgets, finance and administration, and reporting to USAID. The Chief of Party is responsible for ensuring that project results are achieved on time and on budget, including strategies for phase out and sustainability; and that the budget is consumed as planned. Main Duties and Responsibilities:<\/strong><\/p>\n Job Responsibilities:<\/strong> Ensure staff compliance with all CRS administrative and operational procedures and policies, as well as applicable donor regulations. Manage recruitment portfolio for the program, in collaboration with Human Resources Department and CRS country program management, orient, and support the professional development of supervisees, providing timely and respectful feedback. Typical Background, Experience & Requirements:<\/p>\n Education and Experience:<\/strong><\/p>\n Master\u2019s degree or PhD preferred in relevant technical area, 10-15 years\u2019 experience and 7 years managing donor funds, established leader in sector as demonstrated by peer reviewed publications, conference presentations, etc. Proven leadership, and ability to build and motivate diverse and talented teams Native fluency in English & excellent English writing skills especially with the ability to produce quality written reports for the donor in English on a timely basis Ability to travel nationally and internationally as required up to 30% of the time Internal: Country Representative, Head of Programs, Health Program Manager, Resource Management Coordinator, Deputy Regional Director, Regional Technical Advisors, HQ specialists) Serves with Integrity These are rooted in the mission, values, and principles of CRS and used by each program manager to fulfill his or her responsibilities and to achieve the desired results<\/p>\n How to Apply<\/strong><\/p>\n To apply for this position, please submit your CV and letter of interest to gh_jobsapplic@crs.org by 5pm on October 15, 2018. Application must be saved with this format: Application. CV.<\/p>\n (Name) Chief of Party<\/strong><\/p>\n Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.<\/p>\n CRS is an equal opportunity employer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our…..<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6721,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_is_tweetstorm":false,"jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","enabled":false}}},"categories":[85],"tags":[2027],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p2nO32-8K6","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/33610"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6721"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=33610"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/33610\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=33610"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=33610"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=33610"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\nJob Title: Chief of Party<\/strong>
\nLocation: CRS Tamale Office<\/strong>
\nBand\/Grade: Level 11<\/strong>
\nReports to: Country Representative<\/p>\n
\nThe Chief of Party will be a senior leader from the health development sector responsible for leading all aspects of the development, implementation and consolidation of the maternal and child health project, including ensuring that the project contributes to the thought leadership of the industry and positions CRS as a leading agency in health field. The Chief of Party is also responsible for leveraging this position for future growth within this sector for the agency.
\nThe candidate will operate within the organizational structure of CRS while coordinating the roles and activities of staff from other consortium member organizations in the implementation of the program interventions. The successful candidate will also be responsible for representing the maternal and child health project, to major stakeholders, especially USAID and key relevant ministries within the country.<\/p>\n
\nProgram Quality
\nLead the design and implementation of a maternal and child health project with an innovative program lens, designing pilot solutions to existing development issues.
\nWith key program staff and stakeholders, ensure program\u2019s strategic objectives and results are fully accomplished and meet expected technical quality standards through annual and quarterly activity planning and budget forecasts.
\nEnsure that vision and plans for the program are innovative and are in line with CRS agency and country program strategies.
\nLead quarterly technical review of implementation plans for the project and ensure appropriate actions are taken to meet implementation timelines and commitments.
\nIn collaboration with program staff, provide guidance and technical oversight to partners and other collaborating agencies to ensure that best practices and lessons learned are documented and disseminated.
\nCoordinate with M&E department to oversee the design and implementation of the program\u2019s monitoring and evaluation system, using appropriate forms, procedures, and tools for data collection and analysis as the basis for measuring, documenting and reporting of project performance and outcomes.
\nEnsure that M&E lessons learned from results of program monitoring and evaluation are incorporated into the design and execution of program activities to meet stated objectives and needs of the beneficiary populations.
\nIntegrate project interventions with other CRS programs as appropriate through linkages with other service providers.
\nEnsure that processes are anchored in CRS ProPack methodologies, Integral Human Development (IHD), the Justice Lens, the Gender Lens and CRS Partnership principles
\nManagement<\/p>\n
\nApprove program expenditures, budget adjustments, and cost modification requests to donors.
\nCarry out quarterly financial tracking and reporting system, review the budget comparison report to ensure that spending and program implementation is aligned while analyzing the progress toward program goals and against burn rates.
\nProactively identify and address financial issues and concerns in concert with other staff and partners to ensure adherence to financial guidelines and maintain transparent systems and records.
\nEnsure accurate and timely reporting of program finances and progress status, review actual financial performance against the budget and take corrective action to ensure that program expenses match the execution of activity plans and accurate effort reporting.
\nRepresentation and Communication
\nSeek out opportunities to represent CRS programming in international circles and highlight the innovative work under the maternal and child health project.
\nPublish on program results.
\nIn collaboration with CRS supervisor, act as primary program contact to donor and other local and international stakeholders, and be responsible for addressing all program matters.
\nRepresent CRS at external meetings with international and domestic stakeholders.
\nIn specific instances, prepare and deliver presentations of the project ongoing activities, challenges\/opportunities, and results achieved.
\nStrengthen linkages with existing and potential partner agencies.
\nOversee the development and implementation of program communication strategies and materials, including compliance with donor\u2019s branding and marketing requirements as well as CRS marketing and communication procedures.
\nCollaborate effectively and regularly with regional\/HQ management and technical advisors, especially with regards to sharing and reviewing important communication with USAID
\nHuman Resources<\/p>\n
\nConduct periodic reviews of staff performance in keeping with CRS\u2019 performance management system and mentor staff to ensure high levels of motivation, commitment, capacity, and teamwork.
\nSupervise and coach a team of CRS and consortium staff to meet program objectives.
\nOversee the management of the relationship with partner organizations, ensure regular communication and organization of review\/planning workshops.
\nWith program staff, lead the identification of performance gaps and training needs of CRS and partner staff and ensure the design and delivery of high-quality training, technical assistance, and administrative and financial support to all partner agencies, including the selection and coordination of consultants.
\nScope: Supervises the project team members
\nRequired Skills or Experience<\/p>\n
\nRecognized leader in health sector
\nProven track record of successful program management, including management of multi-activity projects, complicated logistics and large budgets
\nProven track record of resource acquisition
\nAt least 7 years of supervisory experience, including performance evaluation, coaching and mentoring
\nKnowledge of CRS Partnership strategy and Partner management experience an advantage
\nPrior experience managing multi country grants
\nExcellent report-writing skills
\nExcellent knowledge and experience in budget management and project management
\nProficiency in Microsoft Office Publisher, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
\nPersonal Skills<\/p>\n
\nProven experience in building and maintaining institutional linkages
\nAbility to work to meet deadlines in multiple tasking environments
\nExcellent organization, planning and analytical skills; detail oriented
\nAbility to think critically, effectively manage change and problem solve
\nExcellent communication and inter-personal skills, with demonstrated strength in relationship management
\nAbility to be flexible, persistent, and diplomatic and to gain respect among staff, local community leaders, church and secular partners, as well as local government ministries and donor organizations.
\nDemonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multi- cultural team but be self-motivated and accountable for program implementation and work independently if needed.
\nRequired\/Desired Foreign Language<\/p>\n
\nTravel Required (include percentage of required travel, if applicable)<\/p>\n
\nKey Working Relationships:<\/p>\n
\nExternal: All project partners, Government officials, public and private sector stakeholders, donors, industry experts, local\/international NGOs, and local and international Catholic agencies.
\nAgency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff):
\nThese are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.<\/p>\n
\nModels Stewardship
\nCultivates Constructive Relationships
\nPromotes Learning
\nCompetencies Relevant for the Specific Position (include those that are applicable):<\/p>\n