Careers

ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND

JSI is dedicated to strengthening health and education systems to improve the lives of individuals, families, and communities. We believe all people should have what they need to live their healthiest lives and reach their full potential. To accomplish this, JSI works hand-in-hand with government agencies, community organizations, and the private sector to design pragmatic strategies for complex problems. We drive measurable impact in public health, health care, and education to enhance the well-being of people in the United States and around the world. As a global organization, JSI has designed, delivered, and scaled programs in more than 50 countries worldwide.

PROJECT OVERVIEW

The project, titled “Improving National and Sub-national Capacities for Implementation of the International Health Regulations (IHR) in Nigeria,” is a federal grant initiative from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designed to bolster Nigeria's health security. It focuses on supporting the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) and other government ministries to address critical public health gaps identified through Joint External Evaluations. By fostering multi-sectoral partnerships with local organizations and institutions, the project aims to strengthen the country's ability to prevent, detect, and respond to infectious disease threats and other public health emergencies.

JOB SUMMARY

The Chief of Party (COP) is responsible for strategic and managerial oversight, project quality and team leadership. The COP encourages innovation and oversees project coordination, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. The COP will be the official representative of JSI for this project and as such, they will build and maintain excellent communications and professional relationships between all relevant parties including government counterparts, clients, stakeholders and other partners.


The Chief of Party (COP) will lead the overall design and implementation of this project, will supervise all activities under the award and have overall responsibility for the successful performance of the technical assistance team. They will provide strategic direction to the project team, guide the senior technical staff, and ensure quality and compliance. The Chief of Party will be the official representative of the project with the donor, stakeholders, and partners. They will facilitate collaboration across the geographic scope of the project and identify opportunities for knowledge transfer. This position will be based in Nigeria.

- Serves as the main point of contact and has responsibility for the success of the project;

- Provides overall strategic direction, management leadership and oversight, including project quality, toward the achievement of project goals, objectives, and targets.

- Represent JSI and build and maintain strong professional relationships with the NCDC, MOH, clients/donors, stakeholders, and partners, meeting and managing expectations;

- Acts as a liaison to communicate and disseminate results and learning required for incorporating continuous improvement;

- Ensure compliance with the terms of the contract and client operational policies and regulations, in addition to adhering to internal JSI policies and procedures;

- Lead project work planning, performance management practices and initiatives (including team performance management), and lead strategic communications;

- Oversee program implementation, providing strategic direction, technical vision and approach;

- Ensure systems are in place to mitigate risk of fraud, waste and abuse; and

- Oversee the production and timely submission of project reports and deliverables.

- Master’s level education/training or its equivalent in Public Health, International Development, or a related field required. MD or PhD preferred.

- At least 10 yeas of experience managing international programs in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) with a focus on global health security, infectious diseases, and health system strengthening required.

- At least 5 years of experience in senior-level leadership positions on projects of similar scope and complexity ($25M)

- Demonstrated excellence in team management and leadership, with a focus on building a culture of professional excellence.

- Deep understanding of the Joint External Evaluation (JEE) process, One Health approach, and CDC reporting requirements.

- Proven ability to form partnerships with governments in developing countries, and work with local partners and stakeholders in national and sub-national capacities

- Experience working in partnership with U.S. Government agencies, international donors, or other multilateral agencies required.

- Fluency in English and local language(s) (e.g. Hausa, Yoruba, and Igbo, etc.) with strong oral and written communication.

- Comfort and familiarity with representing the Project and JSI at external events, technical working groups, and international forums, preferred