Democratic Republic of the Congo: Expert Manager / Health Economist (Pending Donor Approval)

Job Description

Position: Expert Manager / Health Economist (Pending Donor Approval)

Contract: Full time (expected duration of programme: 4 years with anticipated start date mid-late 2017)

Location: Democratic Republic of Congo

Deadline for Applications: 7^th July 2017

HPI is working towards managing a large project in DRC which will aim to improve the Health Sector. This programme aims to contribute, within the framework of the national health development plan (PNDS) and in the context of the fight against poverty, to improving the health of the population Of the DRC

Description of Role

HPI is looking to recruit a dynamic, seasoned professional to manage the project in DRC. In this highly strategic role, the Expert Manager / Health Economist will provide leadership, direction and strategy for the project and will be responsible for delivery of project outputs. S/he will be responsible for leading the project team through planning, implementing and managing the delivery of activities, reports, knowledge products and other results approved in the project documentation or annual work plans. The Expert Manager / Health Economist will lead the programmes overarching focus on strengthening the health sector in DRC. S/he will work in coordination with other consortium members, Ministries of Health (Federal, State, Local Government level) and other development partners.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Manage the project team (technical specialists, state teams, support staff, international consultants), ensure timely implementation, results – orientation and take accountability for project results

· Lead the development of annual programme/project delivery targets and guide the team to achieve the targets;

· Set direction for the team including roles and responsibilities, accountability and reporting, ensuring that the work of the team is conducted in accordance with donor guidelines, ensuring quality outputs are delivered on time;

· Guide the project staff to perform project oversight, quality assurance, monitoring, reporting, field missions, audits, evaluations, formulations and project support services providing day-to-day guidance by enhancing team work within the project and with other implementing partners;

· Provide overarching strategic technical direction on governance and health system strengthening including implement strategies to improve accountability, responsiveness and transparency, promote equity, reduce exclusion and encourage social cohesion and support civil society to hold governments to account for their delivery of the right to health.

· Monitor progress against agreed results framework and performance indicators and take action/decisions and/or provide timely support to project staff;

· Ensure project meets expectations with respect to quality, budget, delivery timelines, and strategy;

· Manage project budgets and ensure timely and accurate reporting;

· Undertake and supervise financial and administrative tasks;

· Ensure good coordination and working relationships with other consortium partners

Qualifications and Experience:

· University degree at least in management or administrative or economics;

· Qualification in public health, health economics, procurement, health services management or health program management.

· Experience of at least 12 years in project management and / or coordination in the health sector.

· Ability to work as a team

· Experience of at least 8 years in the implementation of health projects;

· Experience of at least 5 years in the implementation of EDF projects or the budget of the European Commission;

· Demonstrated knowledge and skills in the application of EDF procedures including procurement;

· Knowledge and skills in public finance;

· Experience in sub-Saharan Africa essential (5 years minimum);

· Very good knowledge of MS Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.); And management software;

· Very good command of French written and spoken;

Please send your cover letter and tailored CV (no more than 2 pages), highlighting salary expectations in GBP, to bdrecruitment@healthpartners-int.co.uk