Chemonics
Chemonics seeks a Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) for an anticipated USAID local governance activity in Uzbekistan. This position will be based in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The purpose of this activity is to promote transparent, responsive, and effective local government in Uzbekistan.
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:
- Assist the Chief of Party in all aspects of project implementation, including leadership, technical direction, and management oversight for project activities and results
- Manage of day-to-day technical activities, ensuring that results are achieved on schedule and in line with USAID expectations
- Maintain frequent communication with and be the primary technical contact for government officials and counterparts
- Assist in the preparation of all required USAID reports and deliverables including monthly activity plans, annual work plans, and all periodic project progress reports
- Serve as acting chief of party when chief of party is on leave or away from post
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in public administration, political science, public policy, governance, international development, or a related field
- Minimum 7 years of progressively responsible work experience in leading international donor-supported programs (implementation, logistics, budgeting, staffing) preferably those funded by USAID and in Central Asia and Eastern Europe. 3 additional years of relevant work experience may substitute for a Master’s degree
- Experience in decentralization, local governance, public policy, urban/city management, and other relevant fields
- Demonstrated ability to work in a rapidly evolving environment and shifting local partners, and multiple competing priorities
- Extensive experience working with host government officials and participating in key counterpart, donor, and USAID coordination meetings
- Strong managerial, administrative, writing, and monitoring and evaluation (M&E) skills and experience
- Proven training and facilitation skills
- Fluency speaking, reading, and writing in English and Russian or Uzbek, with a minimum of professional proficient in the other
- Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
How to apply
Application Instructions:
Please send an email with your CV and cover letter attached with “Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP)” in the subject line to [email protected] by November 28, 2022. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.
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