JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
#442-JA-019-09/MCH
OPEN TO: ALL INTERESTED CANDIDATES
OPENING DATE: November 23,2009
CLOSING DATE: December 14,2009

RACHA is a local NGO primarily funded by USAID to implement broad-based community Maternal and Child Health program in Cambodia for FY 2009-2013. It is currently seeking a qualified Cambodian national for the position of Deputy Executive Director for Health Systems Strengthening (DED-HSS).

POSITION: DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FOR HEALTH SYSTEMS STRENGTHENING (DED-HSS) (1 Position)
CONTRACT TYPE: FIXED TERM
DUTY STATION: PHNOM PENH HEAD OFFICE
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop short and long term goals in coordination with other USAID partners for a comprehensive and sustainable health system capacity building program. Work in partnership with MoH, PHD, OD and HC to community level to implement capacity building interventions in targeted areas. This will include enhancing the knowledge and skills (of RACHA and MOH staff) necessary to implement HSP2 priority strategies and interventions; such as management of service delivery contracts at the OD/Special Operating Agency (SOA) level;

• Facilitate the development of technology standards and policies and prepare technology plan to monitor RACHA’s multiple technical projects;

• Liaise and develop a productive and positive working relationship with government agencies, partners, and donors in strengthening drug logistics management, health information system and health systems capacity building. Develop advocacy plans as needed where support is needed for change;

• In collaboration with the DEDs for MNCH and Community Health Mobilization, ensure that health system interventions and M&E unit activities are responsive to MNCH and CHM needs and priorities;

• Motivate and support team members to ensure high professional standards of performance, commitment and achievement.
QUALIFICATIONS FACTORS:

• Advanced university degree. MA, MD with Masters in Public Health preferred;

• At least 5 years experience in overall management of both technical and managerial areas or HSS related programs;

• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of innovative approaches to strengthen health systems and human resources in both public and private sectors;

• Extensive familiarity with USG policies and requirements, knowledge of MoH policies and national health programs;

• Fluency in English and Khmer languages, both spoken and written;

• Computer literacy and presentation skills.
TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should send their latest CV and cover letter to info@racha.org.kh or submit a hard copy to RACHA office at #160, Street 71, Sangkat Tonle Bassac, Khan Chamcarmon, Phom Penh. Tel: 023-213-724
Application deadline is December 14, 2009.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview. Submitted CVs will not be returned