Chief of Party: USAID Ecuador Clean Energy

Job Description

Position Overview
Deloitte Consulting LLP is currently accepting applications from qualified candidates for a Chief of Party (COP) for an anticipated 5-year, USAID-funded Ecuador Clean Energy Project. USAID supports programs to mitigate the effects of climate change by improving the overall sustainability of the energy sector in Ecuador by scaling up non-traditional renewable energy technologies, energy efficiency, and sustainable transportation. Applicants must be willing to work in Quito, Ecuador as this position is expected to be full time and based in-country. Please note, this is an upcoming project, and position is contingent upon winning the award.

COP Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead implementation of the strategic, long-term programmatic vision of the project, including providing overall strategic direction, managerial, operational, and technical leadership.
• Responsible for the overall strategic leadership, stakeholder relationships, managerial oversight, and technical direction of the project.
• Lead technical teams focused on renewable energy, energy efficiency, demand side management and other advanced clean power technologies.
• Ensure technical compliance with the agreement/contract with USAID and timely delivery of project activities. Serve as the key point-of-contact for USAID, Ecuadorian government, program partners, and other
  stakeholders.
• Oversee the performance of diverse project staff including Deloitte’s and those of the partners/sub-awardees.
• Facilitate appropriate financial management, procurement, human resources, and logistics management in compliance with USAID and Deloitte’s policies.
• Manage risks of project implementation and implement risk mitigation techniques.
• Oversee the results reporting to monitor the project’s performance, including preparing quarterly, annual, and other ad hoc reporting.
• Establish effective communication and coordination with key stakeholders, including local government, partner agencies, and donors, to implement interventions and incorporate country-wide priorities.
• Create a positive working environment for all staff and ensure fair professional growth and training opportunities for team members.

COP Qualifications:

• Willingness to join Deloitte’s growing international energy practice and contribute to the strategic vision in
  leveraging the management of this contract to expand work across USAID and other government agencies.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in a senior level role leading multi-year, multi-sectoral USAID or other donor energy programs; demonstrated experience leading programs in Latin America, preferably Ecuador.
• At least 10-15 years of experience in energy-related positions in government, consulting, or industry, including experience in renewable energy, energy efficiency and other advanced clean energy technologies.
• Strong experience implementing and managing complex projects in resource-constrained environments; working across a wide range of government, civil society, local, donor, and multilateral counterparts.
• Significant experience and a track record of successful leadership and management of teams highly skilled, multidisciplinary staff to leverage joint management support, and empowering team members to deliver high quality work.
• Experience managing teams in high-risk environments.
• Strong understanding of Ecuador’s energy sector, including key technical, political, and commercial issues. Relevant networks in the public and private sectors.
• An advanced degree in engineering, economics, policy, business, environmental management, or another related field.
• Fluency in Spanish and English.

Please ensure resume/application DOES NOT INCLUDE personal information such as gender, age, marital status, ethnicity, religion.

All interested candidates are requested to apply for the position through email with mentioning the job title “Chief of Party – Ecuador Clean Energy” on the subject along with an updated resume and brief introduction to kennedsmith@deloitte.com.

Information for applicants with a need for accommodation: https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/careers/articles/join-deloitte-assistance-for-disabled-applicants.html

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