Tetra Tech
The USAID-funded Local Governance Project in Bosnia and Herzegovina, implemented by Tetra Tech International Development (www.tetratech.com/intdev) is currently accepting expressions of interest for a Chief of Party (COP). This position is a 2-year contract and will be based in Sarajevo.
The COP will be the principal point of contact in Bosnia and Herzegovina for procedural and substantive matters. The COP will coordinate and ultimately be responsible for all contract management and implementation. The COP will be the primary liaison with USAID/ Bosnia and Herzegovina on technical matters and must adjust activities and operations in response to USAID/ Bosnia and Herzegovina technical direction. The COP will also be responsible for ensuring quality control and the overall responsiveness of technical assistance provided under the award. This is a five-year project with the goal of supporting municipalities in enhancing their capacities to deliver transparent, efficient, and accountable public services.
Responsibilities:
*Providing overall leadership, management and general technical direction of the entire project
*Ensuring an integrated vision among different components and actors, and a focus on achieving the results defined in the award.
*Identifying issues and risks related to project implementation in a timely manner and suggest appropriate adjustments.
Minimum Qualifications:
*Master’s degree or higher in public administration, economics, business, law, social sciences, or a related field;
*****At least ten (10) years of demonstrated, progressively responsible experience in the successful implementation of public administration, local government support, or governance reform programs;
*Exceptional managerial skills and demonstrated experience in managing donor-funded projects of similar size and scope; USAID/USG experience preferred;
*Demonstrated ability to engage in multi-stakeholder dialogue, including sustaining partnerships and strong working relationships with donors, host country government counterparts, academic institutions, and civil society;
* Excellent oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to think strategically and communicate his/her vision to partners and colleagues;
*Proven experience navigating complex and high-pressure operating environments;
* Fluency in written and spoken Bosnian-Croatian-Serbian (BCS) and English is required.
*Ability to work in Bosnia required.
* Bosnian nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.
How to apply
To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the on-line process:
* Cover Letter
* CV in reverse chronological format
Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech’s IDS ad posted.
Apply on-line at: https://bit.ly/BiHLGPCOP
Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. Please ensure that all necessary documents are uploaded, as incomplete applications and/or corrupt files may delay processing of your application or remove you from consideration. No phone calls will be accepted.
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