Chief of Party (CoP) at Sydani Group

Role Description

• Sydani Group is seeking an experienced Chief of Party (CoP) to lead the anticipated USAID/Nigeria Health Financing and Human Resources for Health project.
• This position is pivotal in providing strategic leadership and oversight for both the Health Financing and HRH components of the project.
• The CoP will be responsible for managing all aspects of project implementation, ensuring alignment with USAID objectives, fostering stakeholder relationships, and achieving project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the entire project, including both the Health Financing and HRH components.
• Lead the development and implementation of project strategies, ensuring alignment with USAID objectives and national health priorities.
• Manage project planning, budgeting, and resource allocation to ensure effective implementation of activities across both arms of the project.
• Supervise and mentor a multidisciplinary team of professionals and consultants, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Establish and maintain effective communication and coordination mechanisms with all project stakeholders, including government agencies, local partners, donors, and other implementing partners.
• Ensure compliance with USAID regulations and reporting requirements, including timely submission of project reports and deliverables.
• Oversee monitoring and evaluation activities to track project progress, identify challenges, and make necessary adjustments to achieve project goals.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for USAID, maintaining regular communication and collaboration to ensure project alignment with donor expectations.
• Represent the project and Sydani Group in relevant forums, conferences, and meetings, advocating for project objectives and sharing best practices and lessons learned.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in public health, Health Economics, Health Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in managing and implementing complex health projects, with significant experience in both health financing and HRH.
• Proven track record of successful project management, including managing large-scale projects funded by international donors, preferably USAID.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to effectively lead and motivate a diverse team towards achieving project objectives.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with many stakeholders.
• In-depth knowledge of health systems strengthening, health financing mechanisms, HRH policies, and practices in Nigeria.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate and work effectively within the Nigerian government and donor community.
• Experience working in Nigeria or other similar contexts in Sub-Saharan Africa is highly desirable.