Category: Manager
Req ID: CHIEF01989
Posted Date: 2020-03-16
Schedule: Full Time
Location: Dushanbe, Tajikistan TJK
Background:
Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 25 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.
Project Description:
Creative is seeking a Chief of Party (COP) for an anticipated USAID-funded education project in Tajikistan. Based in Dushanbe, the project seeks to improve primary students' learning skills with a focus on reading comprehension, critical thinking skills, and mathematics. Through the anticipated project, USAID will build the Tajikistan Ministry of Education and Science's (MOES) capacity to improve primary students' learning outcomes through enhanced literacy and numeracy skills in primary schools nationwide.
Position Summary:
The Chief of Party is responsible for the overall planning, implementation and management of the project as well as the achievement of the goals and objectives of the project in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Reporting & Supervision:
This position reports to the project director in Washington, D.C.
Primary Responsibilities:
The Chief of Party will be responsible for the technical leadership, operational and program integrity of the project. The COP is responsible for the planning, management, monitoring, and quality of performance of the anticipated program, and reporting on progress toward objectives. The COP is the designated contact person for the program, responsible for management of the relationship between USAID and the Contractor. Specific responsibilities will include:
Manage the program team in a manner that is open and respectful and encourages professional development and solicits constructive staff input.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
At least 15 years of experience in relevant management, supervisory, technical experience working with programs that are of a similar scope to this activity is required (at least 10 of these years must be in a management/leadership position);
At least 10 years of experience in the education sector in Central Asia is required, preferably in Tajikistan, with experience in project design, policy dialogue, strategic planning and implementation, education reform and national-level quality improvement;
Experience in early grade reading and education in conflict-affected, alternative and rural settings is required;
Demonstrated experience and knowledge of capacity development and professional development;
Fluency in written and spoken English;
Demonstrated ability to work in complex, politically charged, unstable environments, work across different cultures, and manage diverse teams to deliver impact within agreed timelines;
Strong management and leadership skills, including the ability to mentor staff;
Demonstrated past representational experience with host governments, other donors, and civil society and demonstrated success with inter-agency coordination and joint programming; and
Flexibility to manage potential changes in program objectives and shifting political contingencies.
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
Professional proficiency in Tajik or Russian.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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