JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc. (JSI) is a public health management consulting and research organization dedicated to improving the health of individuals and communities throughout the world. JSI is seeking a Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) for a USAID-funded adolescent health project focused on family planning and reproductive health. Details of the scope of the project including geography and private sector involvement are not currently available. The project has an intended start date of November 2021 and an expected end date in October 2026. Should JSI be the successful bidder, this will be a full-time position, likely based in Kathmandu.

Position Title (No of positions): Deputy Chief of Party (1)
Summary Responsibilities and Qualifications: 
The DCOP will work in close collaboration with the COP to set the technical vision, ensure the availability of technical resources, and lead planning and coordination for technical excellence. The DCOP exhibits leadership and management qualities and the ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with project staff, government counterparts, local entities in both public and private sectors, and community institutions. The position provides leadership and managerial oversight for all technical work related to the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of project activities. In this position, the DCOP will tailor technical approaches to the project context, designing them to meet objectives and produce results. He/she will align program functions with both the technical priorities of the Government of Nepal and with USAID and USG regulations. The DCOP will support the COP in managing the technical, administrative, and financial inputs required to achieve project objectives in an effective manner. Together the DCOP and COP will be responsible for the supervision of project staff and oversee the implementation and evaluation of all activities supported by the project. The Deputy Chief of Party will report to the Chief of Party. This position requires:

• Advanced degree or a Master-level degree in public health, development studies, social or medical sciences, or a related advanced degree relevant to the broad areas of adolescent health, FP and/or related youth reproductive health;
• At least 5 years of senior-level experience designing, implementing, and/or managing complex RH/FP and/or adolescent health programs including prior experience as technical director, director, or deputy director of a donor-funded project or program; 
  
• Work experience in Nepal
• Fluency in Nepali and in English, with professional proficiency in English writing, and
• Others, as given in the detailed job description

Location: Kathmandu, Nepal
Note: "JSI is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer committed to workplace diversity. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, gender, disability, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, sexual preference, genetic information, political affiliation, or protected veteran status in any employment decisions. M/F/V/D".