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We are currently seeking a qualified candidate for the Deputy Chief of Party position for an upcoming Systems Strengthening for One Health (OH) Activity opportunity in Bangladesh. This position is contingent upon award and will be based in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Project Description
The Systems Strengthening for One Health Activity will strengthen Bangladesh's Global Health Security architecture that will allow early detection of diseases in the animal, human, and environmental interfaces minimizing societal disruption, and prevent avoidable death. The activity will support three key objectives: 1) Strengthen Systems for Multi-Sectoral One Health Governance and Coordination; 2) Strengthen One Health Infectious Disease Surveillance and Laboratory Systems and 3) Reduced Threats of Antimicrobial Resistance.
Position Description
The DCOP will be a member of the One Health project in Bangladesh. They will be part of the project Senior Management Team and support technical and programmatic aspects of the project. S/he will provide leadership to ensure quality, timeliness and efficiency of all project activities and results. S/he will support the Chief of Party (COP) in strategic and annual work planning, management, and monitoring of project operations and key deliverables, and liaise with relevant stakeholders from different sectors. The DCOP will be directly responsible for management of subawards and their performance. S/he will monitor budget spending, project deliverables, technical assistance and capacity building. S/he will serve as program representative in the absence of the COP.
Key Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Travel Requirements
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply through the FHI 360 career page at https://www.fhi360.org/careers
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