Chief of Party

Crown Agents USA, Inc. seeks a Chief of Party for a health center construction project in Ethiopia. The successful candidate will have overall responsibility for planning and coordination of all activities and personnel related to the project. S/he will represent Crown Agents-USA to the donor/client and to the Ethiopian ministries with project input and oversight.

The critical qualification for this position is proven ability to manage a complex construction project in a challenging environment, including the ability to oversee A&E firms and construction sub-contractors, manage multiple tenders, organize international procurement of building supplies, supervise staff and short-term technical consultants and ensure compliance with both USAID and Government of Ethiopia construction sector regulations.

Our Business
Crown Agents USA, Inc. (CA-USA) is a U.S. incorporated international development company providing direct services, technical assistance and training, to improve governance and economic growth. CA-USA is part of the Crown Agents international group, which works for the public and private sectors in more than 100 countries, as well as for international donors and development institutions. Crown Agents has a cores staff of over 1000 employees in more than 35 countries.

Project Management and Roll-out
• Provide leadership in establishing the project.
• Take lead in developing strong “results focused” project culture.
• Oversee sub-contractors activities and deliverables.
• Coordinate and lead the development of a “results focused” work plan.
• Coordinate the roll out of the program.
• Liaise with Crown Agents home office.
• Develop and manage a sustainable exit approach.
• Provides guidance to short-term technical consultants, as required, in relation to achievement of program deliverables and in relations with FMOH officials.

Finance and Administration Oversight
• Develop and manage project budgets.
• Oversee finances and cash flow and ensure adequate availability of project funds to complete required project work.
• Identify and recruit staff for the in-country field office.
• Writes Terms of Reference for any required short-term technical consultants and participates in the hiring process.
• Lead staff and consultant orientation.
• Set up and maintain performance management programs including the establishment of Key Performance Indicators.
• Conduct annual performance reviews of in-country staff.
• Manage, coach, mentor and motivate staff.

Representation and Stakeholder Collaboration

• Liaise with client/donor, Ethiopian ministry officials and key stakeholders.
• Coordinate and provide impact information to key stakeholders.
• Coordinate regular progress reporting, highlighting lessons-learned.
• Coordination with Stakeholders to include other GoE Ministries in relation to the delivery of the construction project.
• Prepare reports as required for submission to client/donor and other stakeholders.

• BA/BS degree in international development, rural development, engineering or other discipline required, Masters degree preferred
• 15 years of progressively responsible project management experience with at least five years as COP/DCOP
• 10 years experience implementing international development programs overseas, including programs in infrastructure and health
• Experience managing U.S. Government (USAID, Department of State) programs strongly preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proven track record as a results-oriented leader

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