Governance and Institutional Development Advisor, MPE

Pact is seeking a Governance and Institutional Development Advisor for the upcoming USAID-funded Mekong Partnership for the Environment (MPE) project in Asia. This position is contingent upon award. The Technical Advisor will be responsible for providing lead technical direction and assistance for all activities related to institutional strengthening, policy development, public participation and partnership building. The purpose of MPE Project is to advance informed multi-stakeholder dialogues in Lower Mekong Initiative partner counties on the anticipated social and environmental costs and benefits of regional development project. (Regional travel required with this position.)

Responsibilities: • Manage and oversee program implementation, design, and delivery for all activities related to institutional strengthening, policy development, public participation and partnership building. • Provide lead technical direction/technical assistance in activity planning to strengthen platforms and develop capacity for multi-stakeholder participation in development decision-making, including but not limited to: advising regional/national bodies (e.g. ASEAN, MRC, LMI) on civil society engagement, providing technical assistance and training for public consultation in environmental impact assessment processes, building understanding of alternative engineering and siting scenarios, supporting and/or initiating multi stakeholder advisory groups, task forces, issue hearings or assemblies, supporting action research on public participation in development decisions, and assisting development of civil society engagement plans. • Participate in program monitoring, evaluating, and periodic reporting in the related technical area. • Manage a technical team, including staff training and capacity development. • Serve as a Pact liaison to USAID, partners, and other project stakeholders. • Coordinate with appropriate stakeholders in all aspects of project planning, monitoring, reporting and implementation for the sector activities. • Perform other duties as assigned. • Perform all work safely and maintain a safe working environment.

Qualifications: • Demonstrated working experience in institutional strengthening, policy development, public participation and partnership building, particularly in the environmental/natural resource management sector in Asia, or experience with projects of similar scope to the project described. Proven experience in the design, implementation, and monitoring of parallel activities on similar-size international donor support programs. • A graduate degree (Master’s Degree or higher preferred) in a similarly related field of study • Proven ability to communicate, coordinate and effectively work with diverse stakeholders, from government officials to civil society organizations to academics to the private sector. • Proven track record of success in managing, coaching, and mentoring staff in an international setting, particularly within non-profit organizations. • Proven ability to establish and sustain interpersonal and professional relationships with donors, international PVOs and local CSOs. • Proven ability to develop and communicate a common vision among diverse audiences. • Strong communication skills, both interpersonal and written, to fulfill the diverse technical and managerial requirements of the program and to effectively coordinate with a wide range of regional stakeholders. • A strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a high-profile, fast-paced environment • Fluency in English required. Proficiency in a local Asian language preferred. • Prior experience in a high-level position under a donor-funded program. Knowledge of USAID policies and procedures as related to program management preferred. • Knowledge of the political, social, cultural, environmental, and development context of Lower Mekong Region or Asia strongly preferred.

How to apply:

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