Chemonics Development Vacancies in Kenya

Chemonics Development Human resource and operations director Vacancies in Kenya

Human resource and operations director

Chemonics seeks a human resources (HR) and operations director for the Kenya Supply Chain Systems Strengthening (KSCSS) activity under the USAID Global Health Supply Chain Program – Procurement and Supply Management (GHSC-PSM) project. The GHSC-PSM project is the primary vehicle through which USAID procures and provides health commodities, provides technical assistance to improve partner countries’ management of the supply chain, and collaborates with key international stakeholders to support global health initiatives.

The purpose of KSCSS is to strengthen supply chain and health commodity systems of the family health, malaria, and HIV∕AIDS programs in Kenya. To advance this goal, KSCSS will provide technical assistance at both the county and national levels, supporting the Ministry of Health, Department of Family Health, National Malaria Control Program, and the National AIDS and STI Control Program.

Working with the Project Management Team (PMT) and reporting to the chief of party, the HR and operations director is responsible for overseeing the administrative, operations, and human resource management of KSCSS in Kenya. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Responsibilities include:

Provide senior management oversight for all policies, procedures, activities, and staff in the following areas: administration; security; travel; transportation; information technology (IT); communication; compliance, contracts, and procurement; HR; and the maintenance of office space and equipment

Guide the strategic management of KSCSS as a core member of the field-office PMT

Provide direct supervisory and technical support to office managers and the administrative officer, receptionist/administrative assistant, and IT assistant

Collaborate with the PMT and other KSCSS staff to meet client needs

Assist with the development of annual work plans, providing quarterly updates to

technical advisors and the PMT

Work with the PMT and provide HR support to ensure the adequate staffing and smooth integration of positions across KSCSS activity teams

Supervise and guide the field-office procurement processes

Review and manage subcontracts and leases; work closely with the KSCSS activity teams to oversee contracts and negotiations with vendors for specialized office and county-level activities

Coordinate and facilitate requests to headquarters regarding contractual clarifications and needs

Ensure efficient compliance with U.S. government regulations, Chemonics' corporate policies, Kenyan laws, and any supplemental policies developed specifically for KSCSS

Incorporate progressive HR concepts into the operations of KSCSS activity offices

With the PMT, manage staff performance monitoring indicator achievements and increase target optimization

Supervise the annual staff performance evaluation process for all project employees, regularly providing constructive feedback

Serve as the project’s safety and security focal point

Liaise between the finance/accounting specialist and headquarters, ensuring that they communicate effectively and efficiently

Qualifications:

Master's degree in administration, operations management, international management, or another relevant field

Minimum of 10 years of operational and administrative experience

Experience working in or providing significant technical assistance to large, donor-funded, field-based project offices

Experience supervising administrative and operations staff

Experience with contractual management in the context of a USAID-funded project

Knowledge of USAID and FAR rules and regulations

Extensive knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent teamwork and team-building skills

Experience in cross-cultural work environments

Keen attention to detail and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Kenyan citizenship strongly preferred

Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity

Proficiency in English required

Application Instructions:

Please send your CV and cover letter with the position title in the subject line to PSMKenyarecruit@gmail.com by August 30th, 2017. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.