Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, February 15, 2023 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:

The Opportunity
Under the supervision of the Deputy Project Director the Senior Regional Advisor supports the Chief of Parties in Uganda, Zambia and Rwanda to manage and supervise the successful implementation of the PMI Evolve Project, supporting the strategic direction, operations management, technical leadership, and financial and administrative compliance of project activities to assure Vector Control activities meet desired outcomes, are completed on-time, and within budget. Based out of Uganda, this position will provide 50 percent support to PMI Evolve Uganda and the remaining 50 percent support to other regional countries including Zambia and Rwanda.
The PMI Evolve Project supports the U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) and USAID to plan and implement an integrated vector control strategy with the overall goal of reducing the burden of malaria while promoting equity to sustain malaria gains. Abt has implemented integrated vector control for PMI since 2011, delivering high-quality indoor residual spraying (IRS), technical assistance for insecticide-treated net (ITN) distribution and durability monitoring, and new approaches for larval source management (LSM). Additionally, Abt’s PMI-funded work manages the most comprehensive malaria vector entomological surveillance programs in 21 African countries to inform malaria vector control trends, strategies, and impact. Under the PMI Evolve Project, Abt will further its delivery of integrated vector control programs by partnering with local communities, organizations, and governments to co-design and co-implement tailored malaria vector control programs. The end goal is fighting malaria while strengthening local capacity to sustain malaria gains.

Core Responsibilities
1. Support the COPs in overall technical management and oversight of the PMI Evolve project with primary focus on financial operations, procurement and capacity building.
2. Oversee the budget preparation processes, and management in conjunction with the Finance and Administration Manager, including the development and review of relevant standard costs and scales for the program in technical compliance with USAID rules and regulations
3. Work with the COPs and Finance and Administration Managers to ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. Provide expert advice and timely guidance/analysis on USAID rules and regulations, applicable contract clauses, etc.
4. Collaborate with the COPs and relevant technical leads to ensure that the work plan budget matches the technical needs of the PMI Evolve activity and project Communications Lead and the project Technical Directors to ensure high visibility of project accomplishments in and beyond Uganda, Zambia and Rwanda. S/he will oversee the preparation of PMI Evolve staff for client meetings and the rehearsal of presentations to government and other stakeholders. They may also lead or support the COPs and other project staff in efforts to engage donors, government officials, and other stakeholders in policy discussions.
5. Provide substantive involvement regarding development of technical management and oversight for the accomplishment of the objectives of the PMI Evolve activity. Work closely with the COPs and senior technical teams in the development of work plans and activity timelines.
6. Work with the project technical teams, M&E Team Leads, Finance and Administration Managers, to meet key deliverables according to work plans and timelines.
7. Provide oversight on the procurement processes, working closely with the Procurement Managers and the procurement team to ensure that all local and international procurements are completed in a timely manner according to schedule.
8. Provide technical guidance, strategize and create opportunities for institutional strengthening and capacity development in the areas of management and leadership especially for local staff and local partners.
9. Assume primary responsibility for managing the work and monitoring the performance of international and local subcontractors, working with regional and technical staff to ensure that all activities and outputs are technically sound and appropriate.
10. In the absence of the COPs, on a temporary basis, the Regional Advisor will assume responsibilities for coordinating contract management and implementation tasks, liaises with USAID/Uganda and responds to technical matters.

What We Value
1. Bachelor’s Degree + Fifteen years of relevant experience, or Master’s Degree + Twelve years of relevant experience, or PhD+ Ten years of relevant experience
2. A Master’s degree in the field of management, and/or international development with at least 12 years’ experience, or a Bachelor’s degree with at least 15 years’ experience in international development.
3. Expertise in managing and overseeing finances and procurements for large scale USAID projects
4. At least 10 years international development experience in designing, implementing, managing, overseeing, or evaluating health and malaria vector control programs of similar size and complexity.
5. Extensive experience leading and supervising project teams in Operations, Financial, HR, Procurement
6. Proven supervisory skills and ability to manage Finance and Operations teams of large scale USAID projects
7. Experience and knowledge of local and international procurements relevant to USAID projects.
8. Experience strengthening surveillance, data analytics and health information systems
9. Excellent Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel).
10. Strong English writing and speaking skills.
11. Strong communication skills, both interpersonal and written

What We Offer
We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits and professional development.
Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 180

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

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