Chief of Party, Chad
- Tetra Tech
- Chad
- Apply by 14 July 2017
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Job Description
Chief of Party, Chad
Company Profile:
MSI, a Tetra Tech Company, is a Washington, DC metro area international development firm with a 35-year history of delivering development results across the world. Our core expertise is in the fields of monitoring and evaluation (M&E), institutional development, public sector management, governance and anti-corruption. MSI implements nearly 100 projects in 90 countries around the world such as Jordan, Morocco, Lebanon, Syria, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Colombia, and Mexico. As one of the leading companies in our field, MSI has partnered with more than 80 organizations across all sectors of international development with clients ranging from large bilateral and multilateral donors such as USAID, the World Bank and the UNDP to national and local governments, NGOs, think tanks, foundations and universities. For more information on MSI, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com.
Position Summary:
MSI is seeking a Chief of Party (COP) for an anticipated USAID/OTI-funded, small grants focused project in Chad. The COP will be responsible for providing overall leadership and management of the program, in addition to administrative, financial and technical oversight. S/he will be responsible for ensuring the completion of all tasks and objectives designated by USAID/OTI. The COP will lead the overall management of relationships with USAID/OTI’s Country Representative (CR) and Deputy Country Representative (DCR). The Chief of Party will be MSI’s primary representative in the field and must be capable of representing MSI effectively to USAID/OTI, the Government of Chad and other stakeholders. He/she will ensure compliance with all terms of the project contract and all relevant USAID and USG rules and regulations. The COP will also take the lead in coordinating with appropriate ministries, local government authorities, and local implementing partners.
Responsibilities:
- Work with the USAID/OTI CR and DCRs on key decisions and problem-solving to ensure program continuity.
- Financial and program management, oversight, and reporting of contractor progress and quality of performance in meeting the activity undertakings in this program.
- Supervise activity design, implementation, management, monitoring, evaluation, and activity closing under the guidance of the USAID/OTI Country Representative.
- Assure professional quality and timeliness of all written and oral products and reports produced by the project for USAID/OTI or other stakeholders as may be required.
- Responsibility for final delivery of all project results to USAID on time and within budget.
- Supervise the DCOP, finance manager, grants manager, and other project staff.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in international development, political science, international relations, public/business administration or relevant field.
- Ten (10) years of experience leading the implementation and management of large international development projects in the areas of democracy and governance or countering violent extremism.
- A minimum of eight (8) years of experience supervising complex, high-speed and challenging field operations in developing countries.
- Professional experience in Chad or the Sahel preferred.
- Experience working in a fragile or transitional state environment preferred.
- Experience with grants and procurement management.
- Strong leadership and communication skills and ability to manage and be flexible in difficult and challenging circumstances; prior COP experience preferred.
- Experience with programs that provide quick delivery of assistance in response to emerging windows of opportunity.
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge in establishing systems and overseeing program start-up under limited time constraints as well as program close-out.
- Experience in the hiring, training and supervising of host country local personnel and ensuring,
- Familiarity with USAID/OTI rules and regulations (ADS, FAR).
- Fluency in written and oral English and French.
Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
MSI is an EEO/AA/ADA Veterans Employer.
To apply: Please visit our website, www.msiworldwide.comPI98169998
About the Organization
Tetra Tech is a global, leading consulting firm providing practical and sustainable international development services. From promoting peace, stability, rule of law, and economic growth, to health and education, to improved natural resource management, Tetra Tech brings an integrated approach that is focused on building the capacity of communities and individuals to create strong, healthy, and resilient societies. With over 16,000 employees in over 400 offices across the globe, Tetra Tech’s capabilities encompass the full life cycle of solutions. Tetra Tech is committed to diversity and gender equality in all of its operations, both in the US and overseas. We strive to reflect these goals in our global mission and in our workforce. We encourage applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial, and cultural groups. Tetra Tech is proud to be an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer.