Abt Associates Tanzania has announced new job Opportunity of Deputy Chief of Party that needed to be fill soon as possible.
Job Description
Responsible for managing government programs which are of relatively low risk and complexity or are a portion of a larger program. Ensures that all required resources such as SME’s, manpower, production, computer time, facilities and the like are available for the program. Plans, directs and monitors program budget and serves as primary customer contact for program information. May be responsible for P&L. Program complexity is the primary criteria for leveling. Complexity to be determined internally and may or may not be a function of dollar volume or contract length.
Career Level Summary
A Senior Manager typically manages a department or small unit that includes multiple teams led by Managers and/or Team Leaders.
Responsibilities Typically Include
- Ownership of short to mid-term (1-3 years) execution of functional strategy and the operational direction of the department. Interprets and administers policies, processes, and procedures that may affect sections and subordinate work units.
- Problems faced are often complex and require extensive investigation and analysis. Decisions have an impact on work processes and outcomes. Erroneous decisions or recommendations or failure to complete assignments normally result in serious delays and considerable expenditure of additional time, human resources, and funds.
- Requires ability to influence others to accept practices and approaches, and ability to communicate and influence executive leadership. Interacts frequently with internal personnel and outside representatives at various levels. Participates and presents at meetings with internal and external representatives. Interaction typically concerns resolution of operational and scheduling issues.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree + Twelve years of relevant experience, or Master’s Degree + Ten years of relevant experience, or PhD+ Eight years of relevant experience
- 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.
Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.
