Chemonics seeks a Deputy Chief of Party for the anticipated USAID/Bangladesh Support to Higher Secondary Education. The anticipated activity will improve the learning outcomes of higher secondary students (grades 11 and 12) with a focus on enhanced professional development, training and the management skills of teachers, principals, education officers and administrators in collaboration/partnership with local entities and Ministry of Education & Directorate of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education. This position will be based in Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Chemonics International Inc. is a US-based international development consulting company, operating in over 95 countries. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Responsibilities:

• In collaboration with the chief of party, promote a coherent and strategic vision for all aspects of project implementation, including leadership, technical direction, and management oversight for all project activities and results
• In collaboration with the chief of party, ensure that the program is completed and delivered according to the project requirement
• Provide supervision, support, and direction to technical project staff to ensure programmatic and financial reports are completed as required by the contract
• Monitor country-level activities, identify project risks, challenges and develop appropriate reporting and results of project activities to the chief of party including progress and annual reports
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with key stakeholders, including host government counterparts in the education sector, other government entities, partners and stakeholders, USAID/Bangladesh, and other donor funded education projects
• Manage technical consultants, both local and international
• Serve as acting chief of party as needed

Qualifications:

• Masters/Advanced degree in education, education policy, education administration, or other relevant technical fields required
• Minimum of eight years of professional experience on USAID or other donor-funded projects focusing on secondary education, teacher professional development, education services and systems strengthening, youth development, technology for education, or other related fields
• Experience serving as a USAID deputy chief of party or other management experience for efforts of similar scope, size, and complexity is preferred
• Demonstrated experience in coordinating and cooperating with a wide range of stakeholders, including government officials, private sector businesses, education institutions, associations, and civil society organizations
• Prior experience with USAID operating procedures, regulations, and reporting requirements
• Strong understanding of the education sector in Bangladesh and experience in Bangladesh is required
• Demonstrated ability to track and manage budgets to meet project objectives
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
• Demonstrated ability to read, write and communicate effectively in Bangla and English