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Chief of Party

with The Fred Hollows Foundation
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Chief of Party

Announcement Description

The Foundation is an international development organisation working to prevent blindness and restore sight. We continue to carry on the legacy of Professor Fred Hollows, who believed every person had the right to quality eye care, no matter where they live. The Foundation is known around the world as an organisation that works with purpose and determination. With a reputation for excellence, we are well known for making change happen.

The Foundation has grown to work in more than 25 countries throughout Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and the Pacific, as well as Australia. The Foundation has restored sight to more than 3 million people worldwide. We have an ambitious five-year strategic plan that aims to take us even closer to realising our vision of a world in which no person is needlessly blind, or vision impaired and Indigenous Australians exercise their right to sight and good health. To find out more about our work, please visit our website

Announcement Positions

Chief of Party

  • Career Category: Exec. / Management, Health/Medical
  • Type : Job Opportunity
  • Location: Phnom Penh
  • Schedule:Full-time
  • Salary: Negotiable
Position Summary

Do you want to do work that really matters? Help us end avoidable blindness.

Fixed Term Contract Role based in Cambodia.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Chief of Party (CoP) role for the Scaling Up Refractive Error Services phase two (SURES II) project is accountable for the successful implementation and strategic oversight of the project. The project in the second phase of a project which takes a market shaping approach to scaling RE services across Cambodia implemented in partnership with a cross ministerial Steering Committee by The Fred Hollows Foundation with funding support from USAID, in support of ATscale. The CoP has responsibility for ensuring overall project success; that delivery occurs on time and on budget. The CoP will work with The Fred Hollows Foundation (FHF) Cambodia and FHF Technical Advisory teams and key stakeholders to review results and evidence; adjusting strategy, drive implementation approaches, budgets and resources prioritisation and manage the SURES team. The CoP will work with the Strategic Initiatives team as a key contributor to meetings and relationship management with donors and key stakeholders including USAID, UNOPS and ATscale, CHAI, government partners and other eye health NGOs. In addition, the CoP may also be accountable for strategic planning, design and operational support to the Cambodia country program, aligned to The Foundation’s strategic framework.

ABOUT YOU

The Chief of Party (CoP) role requires experience in strategic planning, operational delivery, and stakeholder engagement to lead high impact projects that drive meaningful change. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading medium to large-scale projects, negotiating with government agencies, managing teams, and engaging in high-level strategic advocacy and stakeholder management.

Expectations - Duties, Responsibilities
  • KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Oversight of the project to ensure technical rigor and efficient and effective delivery of the objectives, and effective communication with stakeholders.
  • Development and maintenance of relationships with project partners including government partners, DFAT, CHAI, UNICEF, UNFPA, FIDR, RAHC, WHO Cambodia, etc.
  • Advocacy to Cambodia government under leadership from the Country Manager.
  • Key point of contact for USAID, ATscale and UNOPS.
  • Engagement with other USAID projects in Cambodia.
  • Management of SURES II Project Team.
  • External representation on the project
  • Development of USAID project reporting with support from team.
  • Internal reporting on the project where required.
  • Risk management including reporting.
  • Budgeting and financial management of the project with support from team.
  • Co-development of communications strategy and implementation relating to the project outcomes and impact.
  • Contribution to the development of country strategic direction of The Foundation.
  • Undertaking other responsibilities requested by the Country Manager and the management of The Foundation.
  • Reporting:
  • The CoP will report directly to the Country Manager (CM), Cambodia. The CM is responsible for successful implementation of SURES II project.
  • The SURES II Project Team will report to the CoP.
  • The CoP will work with the grants management team for the development of grant reports and financial acquittal.
  • The CoP will have regular interactions with the FHF Technical Advisory team.
  • The CoP will work with the Strategic Initiatives team on the donor engagement and management.
Requirements - Skills, Qualifications, Experience
  • WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
  • A Master’s degree in Public Health, International Development or related field.
  • Excellent presentation skills and the capacity to convey information clearly to diverse audiences.
  • Experience in negotiating and partnering with government agencies and other development partners.
  • Working in sectors of social development, public health and rehabilitation; exposure to eye health related programs will be an added advantage.
  • Experience with high-level representation, strategic advocacy, stakeholder management at senior levels of government, multi-lateral agencies and other partners.
  • Exposure to management of projects funded by USAID, DFAT, other similar donors, or multilateral donors.
  • Strong leadership skills, with the ability to lead a team and effectively influence senior stakeholders.
  • Resource mobilisation and track record of securing significant funding for local programs.
  • Strong financial acumen and capacity to develop and implement appropriate policies.
  • Strong Project management skills and proven experience Exposure to eye health related programs.
  • Excellent communication skills with ability to work effectively in cross-cultural environment with fluency in written and spoken English.
 

How to Apply

How we recognise your contribution

Through our internal programs and employee benefits we aim to create an environment where you will feel supported and empowered. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or finding an environment which enables you to thrive while balancing family or personal commitments, we have a range of programs in place to support you.

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APPLICATIONS

Please apply directly via this link, please include a CV and Cover Letter. Please address your cover letter to the Talent Acquisition Team and include a response to the “About You”, “Key Responsibilities” and “What You’ll Need to Succeed” sections of the advert.

The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to ensuring our projects and activities are implemented in a safe and productive environment that prevents harm and avoids impacting the health and safety of all people, particularly children, vulnerable people and disadvantaged groups. Applicants are advised that The Foundation reserves the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment.

Please be advised:

  1. The Fred Hollows Foundation will never ask for a fee during any stage of the recruitment process.
  2. All active roles are advertised directly on our website here.
  3. Please note we will not be accepting CVs via agencies for this role.