Back Deputy Chief of Party (Operations) – West Africa Biodiversity and Low Emissions Development (WABiLED)

Tetra Tech International Development Services is currently accepting applications from qualified Operations Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) candidates for the USAID-funded West Africa Biodiversity and Low Emissions Development (WABiLED) Activity. The DCOP-Ops will provide management and administrative leadership to the WABiLED program region-wide and will ensure compliance with Tetra Tech’s and USAID’s procedures and policies. The DCOP-Ops will be expected to identify issues and risks related to program finance and operations in a timely manner and suggest appropriate adjustments as required. The DCOP-Ops will report to the Chief of Party (COP).

Responsibilities:

* Serve as the Unit Lead for the Finance, Grants and Operations Unit and directly supervise finance, grants, administrative and operations staff;

* Prepare monthly financial reports and budget projections;

* Oversee the management of local grants and subcontracts ensuring compliance with all requirements, including financial monitoring and close coordination with the M&E and technical teams working on grants;

* Supervise the implementation and enforcement of personnel policies and practices; and

* Supervise office management and operations, logistics, procurement and travel and provide backstopping and support to the Chief of Party.

* Provide mentoring to the Finance Manager for possible future DCOP/Ops opportunities

* Serve as Acting Chief of Party as needed based on agreement with the CoP and/or PM

Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s degree in a related field, Advanced degree preferred;

* At least two years of COP or DCOP of Operations experience on a USAID contract, or equivalent;

* Knowledge and experience of USAID and/or other international donor rules and regulations;

* Experience overseeing multiple program areas simultaneously, including hiring, training and supervision of local personnel; financial management including budgeting; tracking, reporting and accounting of finances and procurement;

* Demonstrated history of providing deliverables on time and within budget;

* Fluency in English required, fluency in French preferred;

* Demonstrated effective communication skills and especially strong interpersonal skills with government, civil society, and private sector stakeholders.