Chief of party | South Sudan | 2020

Job Description

Chemonics seeks a chief of party for an anticipated five-year USAID/South Sudan education project. Activities could include establishing and expanding youth-focused accelerated learning programs and education centers; training teachers; developing teaching and learning materials; planning for emergencies; and conducting community outreach. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Responsibilities include:

• Coordinate with USAID and other key stakeholders in South Sudan, including government officials
• Provide technical leadership and administrative oversight
• Manage staff and subcontractors and ensure activity meets stated performance standards, results, and reporting requirements
• Ensure quality, timeliness, and efficiency of all products and activities
• Ensure compliance with award terms and conditions and USAID policies and regulations
• Identify issues and risks related to implementation in a timely manner and making appropriate program adjustments to meet contractual objectives and results

Qualifications:

• A master’s degree (or equivalent) in international development, public administration, or an education-related field from an accredited university
• At least seven years in a management or leadership position on an international development project, with at least one year as a USAID chief of party
• Strong management skills, leadership qualities, interpersonal skills, cross-cultural skills, and written and oral presentation skills
• In-depth knowledge of the education sector, especially in complex, crisis, or fragile environments
• Experience working on USAID or other donor-funded projects, especially in complex, crisis, or fragile environments
• At least three years of experience working in sub-Saharan Africa
• At least two (2) years of experience managing formal and/or non-formal education programs
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
• Fluent in written and spoken English

Application instructions:

Interested candidates should apply using the following link: https://chemonicsesaf.formstack.com/forms/southsudaneducop by May 1, 2020. No telephone inquiries, please. Only finalists will be contacted.

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About the Organization

Owned entirely by employees, Chemonics is an ISO-9001 certified international development company. For more than 40 years, we have partnered with local and international organizations to promote social and economic change around the world.

Chemonics International is a leading international development consulting firm based in Washington, D.C. with more than 40 years of experience implementing programs around the world.