Organizational Profile:
Zanmi Lasante (ZL) is a Haitian organization based in Santo, Port au Prince and is a recognized non-profit organization whose mission is to provide a preferential option for the poor in health care. Through its service delivery, training, advocacy and research, ZL works closely with its sister organization, Partners in Health (PIH) globally to bring the benefits of modern medical science to those most in need and to serve as an antidote to despair. PIH operates sites for clinical care, research and training in 10 countries (Haiti, Peru, Russia, Rwanda, Lesotho, Malawi, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Mexico and Navajo Nation) and has a growing network of affiliated organizations and initiatives in several other countries, including Nepal, Burundi, Mali, Guatemala, and Togo.

This is an exciting time for ZL. The organization is taking on immense challenges while its heightened visibility has brought the opportunity to influence even greater changes within its programs in Haiti. As our work continues to increase in scope and impact, ZL seeks individuals committed to the mission and values of the organization to join the team.

Position Overview:
Zanmi Lasante seeks a Chief of Party (COP) for a multi-year PEPFAR funded health initiative in Haiti. This position will be based full-time in Haiti, with travel required within the various project sites. The five-year project aims to support direct delivery of integrated HIV and TB clinical-based services in the Central Plateau and Lower Artibonite of Haiti. Under the direction of the ZL Co-Executive Director, the COP will be responsible for directing all aspects of the project and ensuring that the goals and objectives of the project are fulfilled and in line with the guiding principles and mission of Zanmi Lasante. The COP will provide strategic guidance, management, and overall oversight for successful execution of the project. The COP will be a primary representative of the project under Zanmi Lasante and responsible for maintaining excellent working relationships with the funder and key partners.
Responsibilities:
• Provide overall project leadership, management and technical direction for the project to ensure overall project effectiveness and efficiency, working closely with ZL senior and executive leadership.
• Work closely with ZL finance and program leadership to ensure sound management of finances and resources.
• Serve as key liaison with the donor and other project stakeholders.
• Serve as key link between the local ZL team and PIH’s Boston office.
• Manage key staff to ensure project is achieving all expected deliverables and targets.
• Liaise with Programs, Finance, and Procurement teams to ensure US Government compliance of the award terms and conditions.
• Troubleshoot any problems related to project implementation and management.
• Ensure the development of annual work plans and reporting.
• Ensure that ZL and PIH leadership are regularly updated on key project activities and outcomes and proactively shares best practices, lessons learned, and key project successes and challenges.
• Perform other relevant duties as needed.

• Advanced degree in public health, business, international development or a related field required.
• 8-10 years of relevant experience in the strategic implementation or management of complex health or development projects funded by USG, preferably at the Chief of Party or Deputy Chief of Party level.
• Technical experience in HIV or health systems strengthening preferred.
• Proven success managing health systems strengthening or HIV/TB projects working at the community level.
• Direct experience in Haiti or resource poor setting strongly preferred
• Excellent organizational skills: ability to manage complex projects from creation to completion, plan and prioritize multiple deliverables, and coordinate teams to meet deadlines.
• Experience managing and mentoring staff.
• Knowledge of CDC and USG rules and regulations.
• Experience managing large budget.
• Fluency in French and English required.

Job Title: Chief of Party – PEPFAR Project
Location: Port-au-Prince, Haiti

Please Note: This is a five year position contingent upon project award and funding.

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