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  • SayPro Chief of Party, Bangladesh

     Since 1963 and in 148 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that designs and delivers technical and management solutions in agriculture, economic growth, and resilience to promote economic prosperity and social inclusion. Chief of Party, Bangladesh** ACDI/VOCA is seeking a Chief of Party for an anticipated access to finance program in Bangladesh funded by USAID. The program will increase access to finance for small- and medium-sized agribusinesses, smallholder farmers, and the rural poor to become more creditworthy, and stimulate increased lending from banks, microfinance institutions, and other lenders through the use of blended finance. The Chief of Party will serve as the lead supervisor, point of contact, and representative for all aspects of the program including oversight of technical activities, administration, human resources, and finances. They will lead the technical team in designing the technical and operational strategy, developing the program work plan, and driving implementation of program activities. Additionally, they will monitor progress to ensure program goals and reporting requirements are met on time and within budget and ensure compliance with USAID and ACDI/VOCA policies and procedures. The program is anticipated to start in 2023 and this position will be based in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Responsibilities Lead the overall strategic planning, implementation, and management of the program Ensure an integrated vision among different components and private and public sector actors and a focus on achieving the results defined in the contract Establish administrative framework to monitor and assure progress toward the goals and objectives of the program Manage relationships with counterparts at various levels of government, private sector including financial institutions, NGOs, associations, and stakeholders from international assistance projects Ensure quality control and timeliness of all deliverables Prepare and supervise work plans, financial, logistical, and other documents Serve as principal liaison with USAID/Bangladesh, and client country partners to exchange information and develop professional relationships Provide managerial and technical leadership to develop an effective integrated approach of program components, beneficiaries, government actors, private sector partners, and other stakeholders Manage a team of technical experts to ensure that cross-cutting issues including gender and social inclusion are effectively integrated into all components of the project implementation in alignment with the programs’ results framework Monitor program indicators, evaluate program results and guide program implementation to achieve maximum impact Develop systems that support collaborating, learning and adapting (CLA) approach, including establishing a culture of adaptive management Oversee the project's financial oversight and procedures, ensuring compliance with established ACDI/VOCA's accounting principles and USAID regulations Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, rural development, finance, or relevant field is required; master’s degree is desired. Minimum 10 years of experience in economic development, promoting access to finance, or related field. Previous experience working in access to finance, investment promotion, blended finance, or related fields. Previous experience as a Chief of Party, Project Director, Team Leader, or similar senior management position for projects with similar magnitude and complexity in developing countries. Knowledge of and experience with USAID and/or other international Donor programs’ rules and regulations is required. Proven ability to collaborate successfully with host-country government officials, international donors, non-government organizations, financial institutions, and private sector stakeholders. Demonstrated experience with the CLA approach is desired. Experience working in Bangladesh Fluency in English required. Bangladeshi nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.             How to apply       Please apply online at www.acdivoca.org/international-jobs. The applications will be reviewed promptly upon receipt, only finalists will be contacted. ACDI/VOCA is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities and people from diverse groups are encouraged to apply. ACDI/VOCA will never request payment or charge a fee to apply for any position.

  • SayPro Chief Financial Officer – Legal Collections Company

    A Legal Company specialsing in call center, collections, including outsourcing of admin services is looking for a BCOM /Finance Accountant to join this dynamic and fast growing Company.The successful candidate must have a minimum of 5 years in Finance and preferably within a collections companyMust be fluent in both Afrikaans and EnglishMust reside in or near Randburg Jhb

  • SayPro Chief of Party- Guatemala (Gender Based Violence Prevention and Response Project, USAID)

    Position Description

    EnCompass LLC is seeking a Chief of Party (COP, Guatemala) candidate for an upcoming five-year activity for the USAID-Guatemala GBV Prevention and Response Project focused on reducing the negative social and economic impacts of Gender Based Violence (GBV) in targeted areas of Guatemala. The proposed Guatemala GBV Prevention and Response Project aims to support women, children, adolescents, and other vulnerable groups impacted by GBV and intrafamily violence in targeted communities with high rates of violence and out-migration to the United States.

    The Chief of Party (COP) will serve as the primary point of contact for USAID and as the principal liaison with USAID staff, institutions, and client country partners to exchange information and develop professional relationships. The COP will provide technical leadership for and supervision of consultants and staff engaged in this activity; be responsible for risk management, ensure quality control and timeliness of all deliverables; and, prepare work plans, financial, logistical, and other documents.

    Position Duties and Responsibilities

    Essential functions:

    Administration/Management:

    • Serve as the main point of contact for the activity, providing vision, direction, leadership, and management for the contract
    • Provide technical, operational, and managerial oversight to all aspects of the Activity to ensure all activities and deliverables are executed with quality and timeliness
    • Establish and maintain highly collaborative working relationships with the USAID Mission in Guatemala, USAID/Washington, and the Bureau for Latin America and the Caribbean as required, along with relevant in-country stakeholders; serve as the primary point of contact for USAID and as the principal liaison with USAID staff, institutions, and country/regional partners to exchange information and develop professional relationships
    • Create a collaborative, high participatory work environment that allows staff and activities to adhere to risk-management systems and respond quickly to complex, high-risk changing environments.
    • Manage the team throughout the country, ensure technical capacity of staff; provide technical assistance and backstopping when required
    • Ensure that all activities are undertaken in full compliance with EnCompass’ standard operating procedures, USAID policies and regulations, and national policies and laws
    • Ensure documentation and dissemination of findings, impact, innovations, and lessons learned
    • Ensure optimal use of human, financial, and physical resources to successfully meet project milestones, objectives, deliverables, and targets

    Technical:

    • Responsible for the overall technical direction of the activity, ensuring compliance with risk management systems, quality and timeliness of all deliverables
    • Responsible for liaising with the private sector and government institutions at the local and national level, working closely with local and international partners
    • Promote sustainability of project activities with effective networking, linkages to other programs, capacity building of project staff, and institutional strengthening in support of a country’s journey to self-reliance, as defined by USAID

    Other:

    • Engage fully as a member of the EnCompass staff team, including participating in staff meetings and other EnCompass events, and providing administrative and risk-management support to other team members as needed
    • Responsible for ensuring protocols and mechanisms are in place staff safety while conducting program activities and overseeing privacy and confidentiality protocols for program implementation
    • Other duties as assigned

    Position Requirements

    Qualifications

    Academic Qualifications

    • Minimum of a graduate degree (Master’s or higher what about postgraduate?) in political science, gender, international development, or a related field
    • Previous Chief of Party/ Deputy Chief of Party experience in USAID programs, in complex/high-risk environment strongly required..
    • Minimum of 7 years of experience in leadership positions involving direction over relevant gender, governance, or economic growth strengthening activities either inside or outside the U.S

    Experience and Skills

    • Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in particularly GBV gender-based violence, conflict resolution, protection, women’s empowerment, and implementing cross-cutting programs.
    • Experience managing large (approximately $30M or more), complex, high-risk programs, with a grants under contract component
    • Experience leading programming in complex and high-risk environments ( at least 5 years in a developing country context, with conflict areas preferred)
    • Experience working in LAC region, Guatemala preferably (local and regional candidates will be prioritized)
    • An understanding of USAID gender and GBV programming, particularly in the LAC region
    • Excellent communication skills in English and Spanish (written and verbal): Ability to communicate diplomatically and clearly
    • Direct experience in designing, managing and implementation of cross-cutting programs related to gender, GBV, and development or related areas
    • Direct experience designing, managing and implementing programs related to gender equity and GBV issues across multiple international development sectors, such as agriculture, food security, health, education, economic growth, civic participation, rule of law, global climate change and natural resources management. I
    • Familiarity with key topics in women’s economic empowerment, including the application of Women’s Entrepreneurship and Economic Empowerment (WEEE) Act and opportunities under the Women’s Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (W-GDP).
    • Experience providing guidance to USAID on managing complex programming and environments preferred.

    EnCompass LLC is a progressive Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote, celebrate, and support a diverse and inclusive organizational culture and workforce. We are committed to providing all of our employees with an environment free from discrimination and harassment, where all are treated with dignity and respect. We do not tolerate, and explicitly prohibit, discrimination or harassment of any kind, at any time, in all aspects of employment. This includes recruitment, hiring, promotions, disciplinary measures, terminations, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and training. EnCompass also does not tolerate retaliation against individuals who report discrimination or harassment. Our continuing commitment to the principle of Equal Opportunity Employment for all means all employment decisions are based only on the job requirements, the candidate’s qualifications, and the needs of EnCompass as a business—not on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, belief, sex (including pregnancy and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, HIV status, family/marital/parental status, or any other status protected by the laws and regulations in the jurisdictions where we work.

    For US based positions: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

    The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.

    The incumbent must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands and to seek supervisory assistance as appropriate.

    How to apply

    Please complete the application, please, make sure you write your contact information and your full address, including country, submit CV and cover letter:

    https://app.ismartrecruit.com/jobDescription?x=E7pZW5jb21wYXNzd29ybGQuY29tXzYxMF9QUk9NT1RFVVJMX2VuQ9e

    NOTE: This is a proposal position and is contingent upon award.

  • SayPro Chief of Party | Tashkent, Uzbekistan | 2022

     Chemonics seeks a Chief of Party (COP) for an anticipated USAID local governance activity in Uzbekistan. This position will be based in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The purpose of this activity is to promote transparent, responsive, and effective local government in Uzbekistan. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world. Responsibilities include: Provide overall direction, leadership, and management of the project to ensure seamless program implementation Ensure quality control and the overall responsiveness of technical assistance provided under the contract, including necessary adjustments to operations to match USAID requirements Oversee strategic work planning, performance management, strategic communications, contractual and budgetary aspects of program management, and timely preparation of the annual implementation plan Responsible for the overall and direct implementation of activities, and ensures all project technical assistance is high quality, technically sound and appropriate Manage productive working relations with relevant government counterparts and entities, and maintain effective coordination with other donor and international organizations’ activities and programs in the local governance sector Establish an inclusive office environment that encourages integrity, honesty, open communications, and commitment to compliance with local laws, USAID rules and regulations, and Chemonics’ policies and procedures Supervise technical and administrative project staff, consultants, and partner organizations to achieve expected results Ensure compliance with USAID, U.S. government, and local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures Serve as the primary point of contact for the client and ensure compliance with all applicable USAID and host-country regulations Qualifications: Advanced degree in public administration, governance, international development, business, economics, political science, or a related field Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible work experience in leading international donor-supported programs to build the capacity of government institutions in areas of public sector capacity building, decentralization, policy strengthening, citizen engagement, and service delivery Demonstrated supervisory work experience including supervision of technical teams and subcontractor partners to effectively respond to complex assignments Practical experience working with a range of program partners, including government agencies (USG and host), regulatory bodies, utilities, the private sector, NGOs, civil society, and consumers Strong interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills, and exceptional oral and written communication skills Prior work experience in the Europe and Eurasia region and experience in Central Asia preferred Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity Fluency in English with excellent oral and written communication skills required              How to apply       Application Instructions: Please send an email with your CV and cover letter attached with “Chief of Party (COP)” in the subject line to UzbekistanLGArecruit@chemonics.com by October 7, 2022. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted. Chemonics is an employer that does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. Chemonics values the protection of your personal data. If you are in the European Union, please read our EU Recruiting Data Privacy Notice to learn how we process personal data. You may access the notice via the following link: https://chemonics.com/eu-recruiting-data-privacy-notice/.

  • SayPro Chief of Party for Water Efficiency and Conservation (WEC) Activity

     Tetra Tech International Development Services (www.tetratech.com/intdev) is hiring for a Chief of Party of the Five- USAID Jordan Water Efficiency and Conservation (WEC) Activity. This $35 million, project is in its start-up phase. The Chief of Party position is open immediately and is based in Amman, Jordan. The objective of the WEC Activity is to increase water use efficiency and conservation in Jordan by applying commercial incentives to the agriculture, municipal and industrial sectors and strengthening the government of Jordan’s governance over irrigated agriculture. Using a market-based approach to strengthen supply and demand, the Activity will expand on methods to disseminate innovative technologies to increase agricultural water use efficiency by facilitating activities that target systemic changes. Responsibilities: * Provide overall management and implementation of the activity and serve as the primary point of contact with USAID/Jordan. * Provide overall technical and management leadership for the activity, and supervise expatriate and local teams; * Guide day-to-day project implementation and ensure timely delivery of relevant, high-quality and impactful services. * Develop strategic objectives and ensure project compliance with USAID regulations; * Manage the activity’s implementation, including overall responsibility for personnel and efficient budgeting and financial management * Provide technical expertise, and oversee technical activities to ensure the project is meeting the results defined in the contract; * Evaluate and document activity progress and facilitate dissemination and uptake of lessons learned; * Assume responsibility for overall USAID contract management ensuring quality control and timeliness of deliverables. Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field is required; a Master's degree or equivalent is preferred. *Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in the design and management of international development projects of a similar budget and level of complexity related to water and other natural resources. * At least 5 years of experience in the water sector in a leadership role, preferably in the governance of water resources and water demand management and conservation. *Field-based experience successfully leading large, multi-year projects funded by USAID or other donors. *Demonstrated professional experience and technical skills related to the water sector, and management skills, communication, presentation, teamwork, and interpersonal skills. *Demonstrate intellectual leadership and the management skills necessary to develop, articulate, and implement the vision for this activity. * Demonstrate the ability to build networks that can provide synergies and sustainable solutions, including leading coordination and interaction with a range of senior government officials and counterpart agencies and with non-government stakeholders. *Experience working in Jordan or the middle east is highly desired. *Fluent in spoken and written English. Functional capacity or higher in Arabic highly desired.             How to apply       To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the on-line process: * Cover Letter * CV in reverse chronological format Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech’s IDS ad posted. Apply on-line at: https://bit.ly/COPWEC Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. Please ensure that all necessary documents are uploaded, as incomplete applications and/or corrupt files may delay processing of your application or remove you from consideration. No phone calls will be accepted. The deadline for applications is October 17th, 2022. At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including health orders and regulations related to COVID-19 that are mandated by local, state, and federal authorities. Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting, engineering, and technical services worldwide. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees - 21,000 people working together across disciplines and time zones to provide smart, sustainable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in over 450 locations around the world. We offer competitive compensation and benefits and are searching for innovative people to join our teams. We are an equal opportunity employer: EOE AA/M/F/Vets/Disability.

  • SayPro Chief Technology Officer

     Chief Technology Officer The National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL) is a governmental center of excellence created in 2016 to address the challenges experienced in responding to Ebola from 2013-2016. NPHIL’s mission is to strengthen existing infection prevention and control efforts, laboratories, surveillance, infectious disease control, public health capacity building, response to outbreaks, and monitoring diseases with epidemic potential. NPHIL achieves this mission by: ● Contributing to the development and sustainability of the public health workforce ● Developing, enhancing, and expanding the surveillance and response platform ● Developing and strengthening the laboratory system and public health diagnostics ● Developing, enhancing, and expanding processes and structures to protect environmental and occupational health ● Expanding, conducting, and coordinating public health and medical research to inform Liberian public health policies ● Ensuring sustainable financing and operations of the NPHIL The role: In partnership with Resolve to Save Lives, NPHIL now seeks qualified candidates for the position of Chief Technology Officer (CTO). This role is responsible for overseeing the effectiveness of technology solutions for NPHIL’s public health programs. The CTO will work directly with the Deputy Director General (DDG) and the Director of the Division of Infectious Disease Epidemiology (DIDE) to lead the: a) strategy, b) development, and c)scale-up/maintenance of technology solutions for NPHIL’s digital products and services. The role will require engagement across NPHIL divisions, including the NPHIL ICT director, who manages NPHIL’s internal information technology and infrastructure. This position is a full-time role reporting to the DDG, NPHIL. The ideal candidate will be based in Monrovia, Liberia. The role is a 24-month contract opportunity, with the possibility to renew at the end of the term. We are prioritizing applications from Liberian nationals for this role. Duties and responsibilities: ● Build long-term relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders that result in meaningful technology collaborations. ● Collaborate with key stakeholders across NPHIL, Ministry of Health, and external partners to develop and grow a strategy for how technology can best have a positive public health impact in Liberia. ● Prioritize projects and activities that have the best combination of feasibility and likelihood of success. ● Communicate technology strategy to the team and partners. ● Evaluate and drive the technical architecture for NPHIL’s digital solutions. ● Grow and foster a high-quality team with the necessary capabilities and management systems. ● Design and implement capacity-building activities for the NPHIL team to increasingly absorb design and technology responsibilities. ● Evaluate digital governance maturity and guide enhancements for NPHIL and partners. ● Lead internal/external teams in agile development to ensure effective project management, requirements gathering, architecting, software development, quality assurance testing, delivery, and user feedback processes. ● Provide leadership and support to governance processes such as the digital technical working group. ● Represent NPHIL at key meetings, presentations, and conferences. Experience, skills, and abilities: ● 10-12+ years’ experience leading software teams as a technical product manager or engineering lead. ● Digital Health experience in the public health or healthcare sector is required. ● IT/Digital Strategy development and implementation experience is highly desirable ● Strong experience working with stakeholders with diverse backgrounds (healthcare, laboratory, supply chain, technology) in a fast-paced environment. ● Ability to engage/build a technical partner network in Liberia/Africa/Globally to leverage for NPHIL’s digital roadmap development ● Strong experience in Project Management (digital transformation projects) including change management ● Strong familiarity with global health technologies, interoperability, and security ● Experience running a complex technical team interfacing with governments. ● Experience building and managing diverse and inclusive teams. ● Experience with the Agile product management framework ● User-centered perspective on selecting and implementing technology that can be used and maintained by less technical teams. ● Experience with product management tools like Github, Jira, Trello, etc. ● Experience with data management systems and databases such as PostgreSQL, ETL, Elastic Search, NoSQL, Druid, Microsoft SQL, GraphQL, etc. ● Management knowledge of web and mobile development platforms ● Knowledge of open-source software licensing and IP issues ● Strong communication skills (written and oral) and ability to engage/lead meaningful Leadership discussions in government and partner ecosystems ● Strong collaboration skills in a multi-stakeholder environment             How to apply       All qualified and interested applicants can submit a cover letter, CV and three references, one of which should be your current or most recent employer/line manager, along with copies of your educational qualification. Applications should be submitted to: National Public Health Institute of Liberia Attention: Human Resource Division Congotown, Back road ****Please notate the position on envelope*** Please sent your application to the National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL) office of the HR in person, or through these emails: johnsongeekor@yahoo.com chrystal.smith78@gmail.com chrystalsmith78@gmail.com

  • SayPro CHIEF NETWORK CONTROLLER Vacancy

    REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and National Diploma in Computer Science / Information Technology. Minimum of 2 years relevant experience in Information Technology (IT) support. Experience with hardware and software. Experience in network support. Experience in IT technical support services. Appropriate server and network management experience. Job related knowledge: Technical aspects of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) goods and services, Information Technology Acts and Policies, Government ICT systems, Understanding management of information and the formal reporting systems. Internal systems change control, Project management principles and tools. Job related skills: Planning skills. Oganising skills. Communication (written and verbal) skills. Advanced computer skills. Project management skills. Interpersonal skills. A valid driver’s licence. DUTIES: Provide Information Technology (IT) user support to clients (office). Resolve IT support calls, queries or issues as they arise. Log IT support calls on Information Technology Service Management (ITSM). Render IT security. Ensure a secured environment by installation and uploading of antivirus software. Ensure that users are log on the workstation using password. Installation and update antivirus software to all workstations. Identify IT requirements. Advise clients on IT equipments procurement procedure. Inspect all the switches and network points. Ensure that all Information and Communications Technology (ICT) related work is done according to agreed standard and quality. Verify the warranty of ICT equipments before allocation. Maintain IT applications. Ensure that all applications are up and running on daily basis. Uninstall unwanted applications on the workstations. Provide server management services. Monitor access to server rooms. Maintain inventory of all server room related equipments. Monitor Local Area Network (LAN) performance and report any anomalies. Maintain network and hardware. Install and troubleshoot hardware and software. Assist with planning, design, implementation and maintenance of LAN infrastructure.

  • SayPro USAID Bureau for Resilience and Food Security (RFS) Evidence Aggregation for Programmatic Approaches (REAPER II) Activity – Chief of Party (Contingent

     USAID Bureau for Resilience and Food Security (RFS) Evidence Aggregation for Programmatic Approaches (REAPER II) Activity – Chief of Party (Contingent) Background NORC at the University of Chicago is one of the largest and most highly respected social research organizations pursuing high quality social science research both in the U.S. and internationally. NORC is seeking a Chief of Party (COP) for the anticipated USAID Bureau for Resilience and Food Security (RFS) Evidence Aggregation for Programmatic Approaches (REAPER II) Activity. The activity will support RFS in strengthening programming effectiveness by aggregating and synthesizing the existing evidence base for resilience and food security programmatic approaches, and creating a range of knowledge products and measures of evidence utilization. The estimated size of the award is USD $10-25M over a 5-year implementation period. The COP is a full-time position based in NORC’s Bethesda location, with the possibility of hybrid or remote working arrangements. This position is contingent on USAID contract award to NORC. Responsibilities Provide overall leadership for all aspects of REAPER II, assuming responsibility for the overall technical, management and financial direction of the activity, and ensuring quality and timeliness of all deliverables and compliance with USAID requirements; Lead and oversee activity planning and implementation; Serve as the primary point of contact with and represent the project to USAID and other activity stakeholders; Build clear channels of communication internally, with USAID and with other activity stakeholders; Oversee work of project teams, strategically deploying staff and consultants; Ensure cost effective management, financial projections and tracking systems to ensure proper use of funds; Other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Minimum of a Master’s Degree in a related field (PhD preferred); Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience and at least 5 years of experience leading projects of similar size and scope (large complex projects with multiple concurrent tasks); Experience working on large USAID contracts; Technical expertise in agriculture, food security, nutrition, resilience, or related fields in the context of international development; Familiarity with a range of evidence generation approaches and their associated levels of rigor, including systematic evidence review and synthesis, and dissemination formats to facilitate knowledge utilization; Excellent team leadership, management, and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with evidence gap maps and innovative approaches to systematic evidence review, aggregation and dissemination; Previous Chief of Party experience or similar (e.g., Deputy Chief of Party, Team Leader, Country or Technical Director) on a USAID-funded award.              How to apply       How to Apply Interested applicants should send a CV and cover letter to reaper2@norc.org by 5pm EST on November 30, 2022. Please use the following subject line in your email: “REAPER II COP – Last Name” in the subject line.

  • SayPro SYR-CMU – CHIEF OF PARTY LEARN CONSORTIUM (H/F) – AMMAN

     Desired start date: ASAP Duration of the mission: 12 months Location: Amman, with travel to North East Syria ABOUT THE MISSION… The LEARN consortium is a partnership between four (4) International Non-Governmental Organizations (INGOs), and two (2) national partners. Established in 2018, it leverages the respective expertise from the I/NGO partners to deliver Health, Shelter, cash assistance (MPCA), Protection, Humanitarian Coordination, Livelihoods and WASH services to the most vulnerable communities in North East Syria (NES). The main activities being implemented are related to the rehabilitation and running of Primary Healthcare Centers (PHCs), emergency WASH (water distribution and rehabilitation of water infrastructure), private and public institutional shelter repairs, distribution of essential kits (new arrivals, hygiene, shelter repairs, winterization), vocational training and business start-up and restoration activities, and MPCA to cover basic needs. The program incorporates a Rapid Response Mechanism. The LEARN partners are based in, and implement throughout, NES. The consortium Management Unit (CMU) is the oversight structure for the program that aims to facilitate smooth coordination, oversee program delivery, lead donor communications, ensure compliance and manage risk. The CMU is led by the Chief of Party (Jordan) and Deputy Chief of Party (NES), together with a team of Specialists. ABOUT THE JOB General objective: The Chief of Party (CoP) will be responsible for providing overall vision, leadership and guidance to the LEARN consortium. Serving as the key liaison with donors, consortium partners, and other stakeholders, the CoP will maintain an integrated vision among different actors while ensuring adherence to all project objectives, performance requirements, and donor regulations. In line with the spirit of the consortium, the CoP facilitates collaborative partnerships between donor, consortium members and other relevant stakeholders The main challenges: Large scale, multi-sector, multi-year project implemented across different contexts inside NES Security conditions are volatile in areas of intervention with potential significant changes during the project implementation Priorities for the 2/3 first months: Enable the project to adapt to possible significant changes in the geopolitical/conflict environment Guide and support strategic discussions on continuation of the LEARN Regular review of CMU strategic direction from October onwards Delivery of ongoing institutional knowledge building / learning activities in support of the LEARN and wider humanitarian community Responsibilities and main activities: Consortium Leadership and Strategic Vision In coordination with the Steering Committee, oversee the LEARN’s strategic vision and program-wide strategy to guide coordination and integrated programming Develop and deliver institutional knowledge building / learning activities in support of the LEARN as a whole Guide and support discussions on strategic continuation of the LEARN Uphold internal governance and the LEARN’s collaborative partnership Provide leadership to continue the strong coordination, collaboration, communication and integration of consortium programming and operations Facilitate strong internal communication within the CMU team and provide management of the CMU team (direct management of 6 people) Promote robust and transparent communication between and towards the consortium partners; foster communication flow within the consortium Coordinate closely with the Steering Committee members and other senior members of the LEARN partners to make decisions for the project on strategy, governance and risk Representation and Coordination Lead donor representation as the focal point for the LEARN Take responsibility for LEARN communications; ensure timely financial and narrative reporting and that deadlines are met In coordination with the Steering Committee, engage in strong external representation of the Consortium with other external stakeholders Contribute to the wider humanitarian community more broadly with lessons from the consortium Act as secretariat for the LEARN Steering Committee Remain accountable to the Steering Committee and the Prime (grant holder) Project Delivery Support compliance and manage risk of the overall consortium to support delivery of programming as representative of the Prime Maintain oversight of support services and programming, overseeing the overall programmatic, logistical and financial performance of the consortium Provide oversight to ensure the consortium is able to meet donor and internal obligations and regulations Manage the contractual agreements with LEARN partners and SI Coordinate delivery of the project’s objectives and accountability to consortium partners and the donor Safeguard the purpose of the program strategy and ensure the coherence of the project, making certain that the consortium moves in one direction Facilitate sharing and learning within the consortium to incorporate learning from the project Responsible for robust monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning remaining in place Maintain systems to ensure efficient and transparent capture of data for management decision-making and reporting, and for technical coherence and integration amongst sectors and partners Anticipate overall strategic problems on the award, and ensure major risks and obstacles are identified and remedial actions taken with agreement of consortium partners Enable the project to adapt to possible significant changes in the geopolitical/conflict environment and retain its agility to pivot towards large-scale emergency programming when needed YOUR PROFILE Specific skills and experience: At least ten (10) years of relevant experience in leading programs focused on WASH, Shelter, Livelihoods, MPCA, Protection and/or Health. Previous Chief of Party, Deputy Chief of Party, or senior management experience required. Proven exceptional leadership in the design, management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of large international donor-supported programs, with skills in strategic planning and thinking, management, supervision and budgeting, and experience managing complex activities involving coordination with multiple program partner institutions. Demonstrated skills building and maintaining relationships with authorities, donors, stakeholders, local organizations, and partners. Excellent organizational skills: the ability to multi-task, learn quickly, and work independently and productively in a fast-paced and detail-oriented environment. Proven experience in developing a project vision, aligning key stakeholders with that vision and ensuring that vision is translated into achievable strategies. Experience recruiting, developing, and leading multidisciplinary and multicultural teams, managing complex programs and ensuring project staff meet the highest standards for quality, relevance and on-time delivery. Experience managing required programmatic and financial reporting requirements. Experience with M&E is a plus. Demonstrated skills in adapting project team and scope to the rapid evolution of the context. Demonstrated commitment to gender equity. Proven experience managing risk and compliance in a partnership set-up; prior experience with BHA regulations is a plus. Soft skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills: the ability to effectively liaise with and motivate a variety of people in a multi-cultural environment and across various time zones. Strong oral and written communication skills; excellent demonstrated interpersonal and negotiation skills. Strong initiatives and improvisation capacities. Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work both independently and cooperatively with team members Good stress management. Prior experience in Middle East an asset Ability and willingness to travel as required. Language: Fluent English (written, spoken and read) is mandatory To speak Levantine Arabic would be an asset SI WILL OFFER YOU A salaried post: We offer a competitive CoP salary in the context of the sector. This role also offers competitive international terms and conditions in line with SI policies e.g. SI covers accommodation costs and travel expenses between the expatriate's country of origin and the place of assignment. Vacation: During the assignment, a system of alternation between work and time off is implemented at the rate of 7 working days after each three-month period. For a one-year assignment, the expatriate will have three such R&R breaks (with 850 USD allocated by Solidarités for each break). 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How to apply       Does this description fit you? Please send us your CV and Cover letter in English through the following link:  CV only applications will not be considered. NB: Interviews will be held on an ongoing basis and therefore the vacancy may close before the deadline if a person is identified. For further information about Solidarités International, please consult our website

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