Abt Associates, a mission-driven, global leader in research and program implementation in the field of international development, seeks qualified candidates for an upcoming USAID-funded Health Reform project in Ukraine.

Responsibilities:

·         Providing and implementing strategic vision and overall technical, administrative, and financial management leadership to produce required project results;

·         Managing collaboration and coordination with key Ukrainian counterparts and ensuring capacity development and sustainability;

·         Ultimately responsible for overall project performance and achievement of goals and objectives

• Project planning, including timely preparation of the annual implementation plan;
• Effectively coordinating and engaging with all project stakeholders;
• Maintaining a productive partnership relationship with USAID;
• Managing and developing staff, sub-Contractors, and consultants to achieve expected results;
• Ensuring high quality standards of technical assistance and support to Program stakeholders;

Qualifications:

·         Master’s degree, PhD, or Medical Doctor degree,

·         At least 8 years of senior-level project management experience in designing and implementing, health programs, with a preference given to health systems strengthening programs,

·         Demonstrated understanding of health systems in the former Soviet Union,

·         Prior experience in working with USAID and/or other international donors in Ukraine, Central and

Eastern Europe, or the former Soviet Union;

·         A demonstrated track record of progressively responsible managerial experience managing a complex

portfolio that includes health reform activities,

·         Experience developing project vision, aligning key stakeholders, and assuring that the vision is translated into implementable strategies

·         Proven ability to effectively lead and manage large, multi-disciplinary teams to achieve results

·         Ability to liaise effectively with and develop consensus among key stakeholders, including USAID, national and local officials, public, private, and civil society partners

·         Proficiency in English and either Russian or Ukrainian required.

To apply, please email your cv to [email protected] specifying the position in the subject line. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.