EXCELLENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE REPRODUCTIVE AND CHILD HEALTH ALLIANCE (RACHA)

RACHA is expanding its USAID supported Empowering Communities for Health (ECH) project in Kampong Cham, Tbong Khmum, and Prey Veng Province in the coming months.  We are offering excellent employment opportunities for dedicated, hardworking, creative and committed professionals with requisite skills and knowledge in public health, local governance, community outreach and social accountability areas. ECH is a five year USAID funded project, managed and implemented by the Reproductive and Child Health Alliance (RACHA) of Cambodia.

1.Chief of Party, COP (1 POSITION BASE IN PHNOM PENH)

Job Summary: COP must have 12 years of professional experience, including 5 years of management experience, as well as demonstrated experience in strategic planning, budgeting, and managing USAID or other donor-financed projects. An understanding of compliance issues, excellent communication skills, fluency in written and spoken English and an ability to travel to the field are required. S/he responsible for the overall management of the financial, technical, and operational activities, and achieved results of the program. The Chief of Party (COP) is responsible for continuously monitoring technical activities to ensure that work plan activities are delivered in a timely manner and that the quality of the technical assistance is in line with the requirements of the program. The COP is responsible for communicating regular updates to the senior management team to ensure that there is a continuous flow of information about the program, including any relevant issues/risks facing the program. The COP will act in an advisory capacity to the Executive Director and other colleagues concerning proposed and new activities, procedures, or policies affecting the program’s or the organization’s operations. They are responsible for developing and/or advice in the preparation and monitoring of the program budget, program deliverables, and expenditures, establishing and maintaining cooperative relationships with other units. Must have an advanced degree in public health or a relevant field, experience and expertise in Community MCH, 10 years of senior level experience in program development, implementation and management of large health programs, knowledge of effective budget monitoring/compliance monitoring, and demonstrated experience in managing USAID or other donor-financed projects are required. 5+ years of previous Chief of Party experience (for USAID) is an asset.

• Advanced degree in public health or relevant field;
• Background and expertise in Community MCH, and good governance at all level;
• 12 years senior level experience in program development, implementation and management of large health programs. 5 years previous Chief of Party experience (for USAID) is an asset;
• Knowledge of effective budget monitoring and compliance, expertise in effective and efficient management of project development and strategic planning;
• Demonstrated expertise in strategic relationship development, particularly for the purposes of representation, negotiation and advocacy;
• Knowledge of USAID’s rules and regulations, and other compliances; demonstrated experience in managing USAID or other donor-financed projects.
• Proven track record of directing, motivating, and managing project teams composed of technical experts, RD, team leaders, and administrative staff;
• Good written and spoken English and fluency in Khmer;
• Ability to travel to the project sites, regionally and internationally.

• Work closely with technical experts, the technical advisor panel (TAP), key personnel, and the project team, as well as other related teams, on technical and programmatic leads to ensure effective implementation and coordination of project activities and monitor progress toward the achievement of the project goals and objectives;
• Contribute to RACHA’s strategic and operational plans, supporting policy and procedural reviews and other related tasks;
• Strategically influence negotiations with commune councils and related committees to secure commitment to sustain health initiatives;
• Supervise and manage a team of highly qualified staff and align their efforts with planned project activities;
• Provide technical leadership in project planning (including budget), design, analysis, and synthesis of interventions, and share lessons learned to related partners, NGOs, donors etc.
• Work with the finance and project teams to plan and keep track of the project budgets;
• Coordinate with the Chief of Procurement to ensure that project-related requisitions, price quotation, bidding, technical evaluation and quality control of products or services to be procured are carried out in an efficient and transparent manner according to the policy;
• Supervise and manage material and financial resources appropriate for the project;
• Hold responsibility for quality control elements, particularly in terms of the production of reports and presentation of progress, achievements and lessons learned to key stakeholders including donors and partners;
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of project activities and results to USAID, and related counterparts;
• Work with the project team at all levels to coordinate with stakeholders to focus on institutionalizing efforts in local government systems ensuring financial and institutional sustainability of the project particularly in the area of village health support groups.
• Troubleshoot in a timely manner to prevent and resolve potential problems and review outputs for quality control.
• Create strategic relationships with other agencies and align the project work plan according to each project unit and related donors.

For more details on the job openings, please visit the RACHA website below. Candidates MUST submit a current resume with a cover letter with three references to: RACHA Human Resources Office or via email by using the contact details below.

RACHA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer with strict adherence to the Child Protection Principles.
Qualified female professionals are highly encouraged to apply.

Apply now to RACHA within a competitive pay scale and competitive advantages.