Cambodia: Deputy Chief of Party Internews Network

Cambodia: Deputy Chief of Party
Location:	Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Description
General Function: Internews Network is seeking a Deputy Chief of Party candidate for a potential USAID funded program in Cambodia to build on local efforts by technology-oriented civil society organizations using new technology and social media for development by formalizing a technology / social innovation lab. The Deputy Chief of Party will oversee the program’s day-to-day operations and work in close partnership with the COP. The goals of this program are to, through investment in social innovation processes: Empower civil society and citizens with equal access to information and communications, Increase access to and diversity of educational opportunities, and incubate and design technology-based solutions for CSOs Train CSOs how to use media technology for development purposes. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee the program’s day-to-day operations and work in close partnership with the Chief of Party Manage the technology/social innovation lab, oversee and mentor each of the technical teams and managers Oversee the overall media and public relations strategy development and execution. Oversee social marketing and outreach for development methodologies and support’ Support partnerships strengthening and community building with Cambodian organizations and thought leaders Coordinate program’s online and social media presence; Document using new and social media the program’s creation, events, projects, etc Liaise with local and international traditional and new media. Consult and liaise with key stakeholders in regions and in the ICT field. Provide management of sub-grantees and sub-contractors; Produce effective written reports and oral presentations on the developmental challenges facing the program, and articulate the program’s successes in meeting those challenges; Responsible for the quality, cost, and timeliness of performed work. QUALIFICATIONS: Previous experience managing an innovation or technology lab in Cambodia, Khmer language skills, and have outstanding English language speaking and writing capabilities Ability to translate complex principles of media technology into simple terms. Proven skills with PR and strategy development, and be able to communicate with multiple stakeholders Knowledge of information communications and have the oral and written coms skills to effectively liaise with local and international stakeholders, including mass media. Experience managing an innovation or technology lab or working in the technology sector in Cambodia strongly preferred. Excellent capabilities and skills working with a range of international and national partners, proven track record of effective relationship and alliance building efforts in complex and challenging contexts Demonstrable expertise and vision for using social media and technology for development purposes Practical experience in establishing and operating training programs, particularly for participants from developing countries. Strong interpersonal skills, necessary to maintain good relations with relevant stakeholders; Strong knowledge of new media preferred; USAID or USG experience is strongly preferred;

TO APPLY:

Please visit Internews’ website to apply:

https://sj.tbe.taleo.net/SJ11/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=INTERNEWS&cws=1&rid=158

Or http://www.internews.org/jobs