Deputy Chief of Party Division: Europe & Asia , Male, Maldives

Position: Deputy Chief of Party Division: Europe & Asia Location: Male, Maldives

Status: Contingent upon funding

About IFES IFES is an international, nonprofit organization that supports the building of democratic societies. IFES provides targeted technical assistance to strengthen transitional democracies. Founded in 1987 as a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization, IFES has developed and implemented comprehensive, collaborative democracy solutions in more than 120 countries.

Project Description IFES’ work under the Maldives Elections Support Activities (MESA) project aims to support the integrity of the electoral process in Maldives by promoting political inclusion and mitigating violent political competition to ensure that these processes serve as effective vehicles through which citizens can democratically select their leaders.

Position Summary This position is contingent upon funding. The Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) will support the Chief of Party (COP) in managing IFES’ 18-month program in the Maldives with a primary focus on providing technical support to electoral stakeholders. Under the leadership of the COP, the project will support the integrity of the electoral process, promote political inclusion and mitigate the escalating political conflict in Maldives. The DCOP will have previously managed projects to promote democratic development, and will have had extensive experience in working with a wide variety of stakeholders including elections officials, political parties, security forces, international donors and civil society organizations.

Responsibilities: The DCOP supports the ongoing strategic development, implementation and monitoring of program activities in accordance with the program, annual workplans and monitoring and evaluation plan. Working under the direct supervision of the COP, the DCOP will be responsible for the following:

• Support the Chief of Party and program staff with the ongoing strategic development, implementation and monitoring of program activities in accordance with the 18-month program outline; • Develop and maintain excellent relationships with key stakeholders, particularly the Elections Commission of the Maldives, IFES’s civil society partners and donors; • Keep up-to-date with key political developments and brief the Chief of Party and IFES staff as required; • Prepare written reports and presentations on IFES’ programmatic work as required; • Support the Chief of Party in management of the IFES office, ensuring that the organization and donor rules, regulations and policies are adhered to; • Support the Chief of Party with management of staff and consultants; • Oversee the procurement of goods and services required for the effective implementation of the program; • Assist the monitoring and evaluation coordinator in developing and implementing the program’s monitoring and evaluation plan; • Act for the Country Director during his/her absences; and • Other relevant duties as assigned by the Chief of Party.

Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in a related field highly desirable; • Minimum 7 years’ experience with project management, ideally in the field of elections, governance, conflict mitigation and or development working with an international organization or donor agency; • Excellent interpersonal, managerial and communication skills as well as a strong administrative track record; • Familiarity with USAID regulations and procedures; • Competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications; • Fluency in English and Dhivehi (oral and written) required; and • The position is open for Maldivian nationals only.

Successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following attributes: • Demonstrated ability to effectively work with a diverse team of employees, including expatriate and local staff; • Professional, flexible, and collaborative approach; • Ability to meet deadlines; • Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing, and strong presentation skills; and • Diplomatic and good interpersonal skills. To Apply: You must go tohttp:www.ifes.org/ to the Careers section and apply online. Applications are only accepted in this way. Make sure you upload all papers together (ie. cover letter and application, etc.). Resumes are only reviewed and accepted if submitted through our careers page.

How to apply:

To Apply: You must go to http:www.ifes.org/ to the Careers section and apply online. Applications are only accepted in this way. Make sure you upload all papers together (ie. cover letter and application, etc.). Resumes are only reviewed and accepted if submitted through our careers page.