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Job Title:  Deputy Chief of Party  

Organisation: Johns Hopkins International Injury Research Unit (JH-IIRU)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

About US:

The Johns Hopkins International Injury Research Unit (JH-IIRU) is affiliated to Johns Hopkins School of Public Health. It strives to identify effective solutions to the growing burden of injuries in low- and middle-income populations, influence public policy and practice, and advance the field of injury prevention throughout the world. We currently work in over 30 countries around the globe on a coordinated strategy involving research, practice and education.

About USAID SLHS Project:

Johns Hopkins SPH (IIRU) is pursuing an anticipated USAID-funded opportunity called the Uganda Strengthening Local Health Systems (SLHS) Activity. This activity will be a comprehensive initiative to strengthen key elements of Ugandan health systems focusing on health care financing, human resources for health, health information systems, and community health systems. With a focus on sustainability and long-term impact, this program will work closely with Ugandan health authorities to enhance healthcare delivery, resources, and capacity.

Johns Hopkins SPH IIRU is currently implementing Learning, Acting & Building for Rehabilitation in Health Systems (ReLAB-HS) funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) with partners Humanity & Inclusion, Momentum Wheels for Humanity, Physiopedia, and the University of Melbourne. The five-year activity aims to support the strengthening of health systems that are responsive to growing needs for rehabilitation across the lifespan. ReLAB-HS builds leadership and creates an enabling environment for lasting improvements in the integration of rehabilitation and assistive technology (AT) into health systems

Job Summary:   Johns Hopkins SPH IIRU is seeking a Deputy Chief of Party for the upcoming five-year USAID-funded Uganda Strengthening Local Health Systems (SLHS) Activity, valued at $25-$50 million. The purpose of the project is to strengthen key elements of Ugandan health systems focusing on health care financing (HCF), human resources for health (HRH), health management information systems (HMIS), and community health systems.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Deputize the Chief of Party in Providing overall leadership, management and technical direction to strengthen health institutions, increase availability and improve management of key health systems resources, and strengthen community systems for quality health services in Uganda
• Serve as primary liaison of the SLHS with implementing partners, the government of Uganda, key government and non-government institutions and actors, and project stakeholders and counterparts in the public and private sectors
• Supervise all field staff and field offices as part of the senior management team, and ensure effective administrative functions of the activity.
• Responsible for overall field implementation of project activities and liaising with project teams to ensure technical coordination
• Collaboratively create and implement a strategic, long-term programmatic vision
• Oversee project work planning, performance management, and strategic communications
• Identify issues and risks related to project implementation in a timely manner and appropriate program adjustments
• Other tasks as required to achieve the activity’s objectives and expected results

 




Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Advanced degree in public health, medicine, health policy, Social Sciences or a related field
• At least ten years of professional experience managing large, complex health projects in developing countries, with at least eight years of experience working on health governance; decentralization; healthcare financing; and/or institutional strengthening programs in Uganda
• Demonstrated experience strengthening health systems and service delivery in Uganda
• Track record of progressive responsibility, including at least ten years providing senior-level leadership (e.g., Deputy Chief of Party, Project Director, Deputy Director) to donor-funded programs of similar scale, scope, and complexity; USAID experience preferred
• Proven ability to develop and communicate a common vision among diverse partners and lead multidisciplinary teams
• Demonstrated exceptional leadership in designing, managing, implementing, and monitoring and evaluating similar-sized projects, with skills in strategic planning, management, supervision, and budgeting; preferable experience in managing complex activities involving coordination with multiple project partner institutions
• Strong interpersonal and oral/written communication skills to fulfill the project’s diverse technical and managerial requirements and effectively coordinate with a range of stakeholders
• Strong experience engaging government accountability institutions with civil society organizations to effect change
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
• Fluent English; oral and written communication skills are required

How to Apply:

Qualified applicants should submit their CV, cover letter, references, addressed to the Country Director ReLAB-HS, Uganda Country Office on the following email address: relabhs.uganda@gmail.com . Please include “Deputy Chief of Party [YOUR NAME]” in the subject line. Only applications submitted by Monday 15^th April 2024 will be considered. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 15^th April 2024

Johns Hopkins SPH (IIRU) is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, and disability. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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