Position: Deputy Chief of Party, anticipated USAID Ocean Plastics and Solid Waste Management project Location: Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic Group: Environment and Energy Reports to: Chief of Party GENERAL: Winrock is recruiting a full-time Chief of Party for the anticipated five-year U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID/Dominican Republic) Ocean Plastics and Solid Waste Management opportunity. The program will implement activities in coordination with a wide range of stakeholders (national and local governments, private sector, communities, and civil society organizations) to strengthen capacity of municipalities through integrative solid waste management plans, reduce leakage of single-use plastics (SUP) and build up the local and regional markets for recycled plastics through activities such as implementing the country’s extended producer responsibility (EPR) policy. The COP will lead all technical, financial and administrative aspects of the program and will be the principal link between USAID, Winrock, government counterparts, and other stakeholders. S/He will be responsible for reporting to USAID and provide technical oversight over subawardees, grantees and other aspects of the program including monitoring and evaluation and gender and social inclusion. Dominican nationals strongly encouraged to apply. This position is contingent upon award. Winrock International is a nonprofit organization that works with people in the United States and around the world to empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity, and sustain natural resources. By linking local individuals and communities with new ideas and technology, Winrock is increasing long-term productivity, equity, and responsible resource management to benefit the poor and disadvantaged of the world. SALARY & BENEFITS: Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits. APPLICATIONS: Applicants should submit a current resume and cover letter referencing “Dominican Republic Ocean Plastics and Solid Waste Management Activity”. Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis. Winrock thanks all applicants for their interest but only candidates who meet all requisite criteria and are shortlisted will be contacted. POSITION SUMMARY: The Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) will assist and support the Chief of Party (COP) in management of the project, oversee and provide expertise in project planning and implementation; and handle administrative and supervisory responsibilities as specified by the COP. The DCOP will oversee local partnerships and coordinate capacity building of grantees. These functions will be done in coordination with the Winrock home office, the project technical team and program staff. The DCOP will supervise selected personnel in the project. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinate with the COP to provide programmatic leadership and oversee the strategic planning of activities in support of the project goals and objectives, including the determination of project priorities and appropriate technical initiatives; Contribute to strategies for working with local civil society organizations, local government and national government agencies, private sector and other donor projects to leverage resources and maximize results; Work closely with the COP, technical team, and project staff to develop annual planning; ensure timely, high quality implementation of activities and development of deliverables; and monitoring and evaluation to ensure achievement of goals and objectives; Support COP, along with Winrock’s Home Office and field team, to prepare and submit timely and accurate activity, financial, and procurement reports; Review and prepare deliverables to be submitted to USAID, ensuring technical compliance with Winrock policies and principles and strict adherence to USAID rules and regulations; Coordinate activities with other agencies and closely collaborate with key staff on implementing activities; focus on achieving results in all areas on schedule and maintain positive relationships with USAID, Dominican officials, civil society and other implementing partners; Represent the project and Winrock to USAID, local and national government entities, the media, civil society, the local business community, and other stakeholders as needed; Serve as acting COP, when the COP is away from post; Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: Education: Advanced degree in international development, political science, environmental pollution reduction, organizational capacity building or relevant fields of study Experience: Minimum 8 years of professional experience in donor-funded project in a related role with proven supervisory and management experience in Latin America and Caribbean countries is highly desirable; At least 4 years of experience in project management, either as COP, DCOP, or in a comparable senior management role; Previous experience working in projects or fields related to sustainable waste management, recycling, ecosystems-based conservation, hydrology/water resources, natural resources management, civil society and community-based organization governance and general objectives of the project highly desirable; Knowledge of grants management and organizational capacity building required. Experience working with government ministries and ability to foster and maintain good working relationships with senior officials; Demonstrated competence in negotiation and communication. Skills: Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, creative problem-solving, conflict, ethical management skills and excellent written and oral communication skills; Financial and grants/sub-award management skills and experience; Sound knowledge of international donor contracts, financial and accounting regulations and procedures, particularly USAID regulations; Knowledge of the political, social, cultural, environmental, and development context of Dominican Republic highly preferred; solid understanding of regional environmental policies and implementation; Ability to support Dominican NGOs that can provide synergies and sustainable solutions for the project’s outcomes; experience with collective action and impact desirable; Computer literate in word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software (Microsoft); Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish required. Winrock is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all people and value diversity and inclusiveness. Winrock recruits, employs, trains, promotes and compensates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, or any other basis protected by law. At Winrock we have a clear mission: Empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity and sustain natural resources through unwavering dedication to accountability, equity, innovation, integrity and transformation. Winrock knows that its success comes from the hard work and steadfast dedication of its diverse workforce. Winrock remains committed to maintaining diversity, inclusion and equity across the entire organization
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