Bangladesh Vacancy Announcement 2017-02 – Project Management Specialist, FSN-12

The Project Management Specialist is a recognized expert in the field of Public Health in Bangladesh, particularly in primary health care service delivery and capacity strengthening in the NGO and the public sectors.  S/h serves as a principal advisor and assistant to the Director and Deputy Director(s) of PHNE in the implementation of the initiative to End Preventable Maternal and Child Death. S/he provides substantive advice and support in the formulation and administration of USAID Bangladesh’s Population, Health and Nutrition program; engages with Government of Bangladesh (GOB) and donors to ensure synergy and realignment with major health priorities in Bangladesh; promotes “whole of government approach” in collaborating across offices within USAID and other USG agencies work in health in Bangladesh. S/he is instrumental in the conception, design, development, negotiation and implementation of highly visible and critical projects which directly impact on the success in achieving USAID’s goals and objectives in the health sector.

The incumbent serves as Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and Agreement Officer’s Representative (AOR) for designated projects related to health system strengthening, health financing, and quality assurance in service delivery to in the NGO, private and public sector health care programs. S/he is responsible for the administration and management of assigned projects to ensure that objectives are achieved in accordance with program descriptions and approved work plans and budgets. S/he will also manage activities funded through USAID/Washington contracting mechanisms and liaise with headquarter counterparts. The incumbent is PHNE's chief liaison with the Government of Bangladesh (GOB). S/he ensures open lines of communication and collaboration with all the government ministries and other stakeholders. S/he will coordinate with the GOB, other donors and stakeholders to ensure maximum impact of USAID’s investment in the health sector.   

Applications for Employment:

Application Form AID-302-3

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