Chief of Party at Society for Women Development & Empowerment of Nigeria - SWODEN

Job Description/Project Summary

• SWODEN is seeking applications for the above position for an anticipated USAID-funded Key Populations Activity in Nigeria which will build on current investments made by USAID to reduce risk of HIV transmission among key populations and will improve their enrolment and retention in care and treatment across the HIV cascade. This includes providing HIV prevention, care, and treatment services, as well as addressing structural barriers to KPs accessing these services.
• The Activity will address critical gaps and bottlenecks in the response to HIV among KPs by implementing a comprehensive package of services in line with the WHO guidelines. Recruitment is contingent upon successful award of the project and the selection of the final applicant is subject to USAID approval.

Responsibilities

• The Chief of Party COP will provide leadership, managerial and technical support throughout the implementation of the project and will be responsible for the administration, program management, performance monitoring and technical implementation and oversight of all program activities.
• The COP will serve as the principal institutional liaison to the Nigerian Government (GON) and USAID/Nigeria and is expected to have regular communication with the USAID/Nigeria Agreement Officer’s Representative.

Minimum Recruitment Standards

• A minimum of a Master's degree in Public Health, Health Administration, Management, Social Work, or Business Administration with a focus on public health, social sciences, or related field. A first degree in Medicine is preferred;
• A minimum of ten (10) years of experience with progressively increasing responsibility designing, implementing, managing and leading large development program involving multiple partners, stakeholders, and geographic target areas in a developing country. The 10 years must be inclusive of five (5) years prior experience as a Chief of Party or similar leadership role of similar size and complexity;
• The 10 years must also be inclusive of a minimum of three (3) years of experience providing specific technical direction and oversight of the development and management of HIV programs with key populations;
• Demonstrated ability through previous experience leading a technical activity through evidence and data driven decision making;
• Demonstrated ability through previous experience to establish and maintain productive working relationships with a wide network of partners and stakeholders.

Remuneration
SWODEN offers a competitive compensation package and is an equal opportunity employer.