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Chief of Party – PMI Mbu (Mosquitoes) Project job at PSI Tanzania

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21 Aug 2024

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About the Organisation

Population Services International (PSI) Tanzania is a leading non-governmental organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of Tanzanians. PSI Tanzania focuses on addressing key health challenges in the country through innovative and evidence-based interventions. The organization's work spans several critical areas, including sexual and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS prevention, malaria control, and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) initiatives.

PSI Tanzania collaborates closely with the Tanzanian government, local communities, and international partners to deliver impactful health solutions. The organization employs a mix of social marketing, behavior change communication, and health service delivery to ensure that essential health products and services are accessible to those who need them most.

With a strong emphasis on research and data-driven approaches, PSI Tanzania continuously adapts its programs to meet the evolving health needs of the population. Their efforts are aimed at not only improving individual health outcomes but also contributing to broader public health goals in Tanzania. Through its dedicated work, PSI Tanzania plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life and health equity across the country.

Job Title

Chief of Party – PMI Mbu (Mosquitoes) Project job at PSI Tanzania

Job Description

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The purpose of this anticipated PMI Mbu (Mosquitoes) project is to identify and implement proven, evidence-based vector control approaches in Tanzania, in support of reducing the overall malaria burden and moving Tanzania closer to Malaria elimination. The anticipated project has four primary components: (1) Insecticides treated mosquito net ( ITN) distribution; (2) Social and behavior change (SBC) for ITN use and other vector control interventions; (3) Using data, including those generated from entomological surveillance, to provide the Government of Tanzania and malaria partners with expert technical guidance, and as appropriate, develop plans for implementation of modified or new vector control approaches in Tanzania; and (4) Capacity strengthening of government institutions ( Mainland Medical Store Department (MSD) and Zanzibar Central Medical Store (CMS).

Duties and Responsibilities

The Chief of Party will be responsible with providing vision, direction, leadership, and management for the project. S/he will serve as project representative to USAID.

Qualifications and Competencies

Skill & Experience

Master’s degree in public health or social science.
Ten years of senior level management experience in the design, implementation, and management of programs of similar size, complexity, and setting;
Demonstrated experience in providing technical guidance and direction in the areas of malaria vector control interventions including institutional strengthening approaches.
Demonstrated leadership skills and proven experience in building and maintaining productive working relationships, including building teams and fostering collaborations to achieve program goals, meet program milestone, and produce quality program results;
Exceptional communications skills in written and spoken English.
Fluent in Swahili.

How to Apply

Application for the position must include :
Cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position against the listed requirements.
Detailed curriculum vitae showing contact address, email, and day –time mobile phone number (s) and three (3) referees, ONE being your last employer.
Application will be considered valid, if sent/received before 1700hrs, Wednesday, 21 August, 2024. Please note that only short –listed candidates meeting the above requirements will be contacted. Send you application to recruitment@psi.or.tz in MS Word or PDF file. Indicate the name of position on the subject line of your email.

Note:
PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of actual or perceived race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, personal appearance, matriculation, political affiliation, family status or responsibilities, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions or breastfeeding, genetic information, amnesty, veteran, special disabled veteran or uniform service member status or employment status.

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