Chemonics
Chemonics is seeking a Chief of Party to serve as the senior program leader in-country and act as the primary representative to USAID and local stakeholders. They will effectively oversee project implementation, managing a team of diverse thinkers/experts to set the strategic direction and long-term vision of the program.
Chemonics International is preparing for USAID/Serbia’s planned four-year Justice for All activity that will focus on improving access to justice and strengthening justice sector providers to more efficiently address citizens’ needs and concerns.
Chemonics International 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:
- Direct implementation of the project’s strategic long-term vision, provide overall leadership management and technical direction for the USAID-funded access to justice activity
- Serve as the primary liaison between USAID, the Government of Serbia, stakeholders, implementing partners, and home office on all program-related matters
- Build, manage, and maintain effective working relations with national and regional government stakeholders, civil society organizations, justice sector institutions, private sector partners, NGOs, and other donors
- Ensure compliance with all USAID rules and regulations, contract requirements, and Chemonics policies and systems
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in law required; Advanced law degree preferred
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a chief of party or other leadership position of donor-funded field programs, managing complex activities that involve coordination with multiple project stakeholders
- Practical experience working with a range of program partners, including regional, national, and subnational government entities, civil society organizations, financial institutions, and the private sector
- High-level experience in at least two of the following technical areas:
- Judicial reform
- Access to justice
- Free legal aid
- Court administration
- Civil society engagement
- Engaging/Representing/Working with marginalized groups
- Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
- Proven ability to build and maintain a strong, diverse, inclusive, cohesive team where all team members are empowered and supported
- Previous experience in the Balkans preferred
- Fluency in English both verbally and in writing required; Serbian language skills preferred
How to apply
Application instructions:
Applications should be emailed to [email protected] and will be considered on a rolling basis. Emails should include a CV and cover letter and have “Chief of Party” in the subject line no later than March 6, 2023. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. No telephone inquiries, please. Chemonics will contact finalists.
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