Chief of party , Colombia

Chemonics seeks a chief of party for the anticipated four-year USAID-funded Civil Society Strengthening Activity in Colombia to strengthen the capacity and accountability of civil society organizations (CSOs). The project aims to assist CSOs to strengthen their organizational capacity and become better enabled to effectively advocate, monitor, and provide services. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world. 

Responsibilities include:​​

• Provide overall project leadership, management, and technical direction 
• Serve as key liaison with USAID, government counterparts, and local partners 
• Manage and supervise the work of project personnel and subcontractors 
• Ensure that all project assistance is technically sound and appropriate 
• Collaboratively create and implement a strategic, long-term programmatic vision 
• Oversee project work planning, performance management, and strategic communications

Qualifications: 

• Advanced degree in law, social work, political science, public or business administration, international relations, or related field required
• Minimum 10 years of experience in a progressively more responsible position,​ with at least three years as a chief of party or project director
• USAID experience preferred 
• Experience interacting with government agencies, host-county governments and counterparts, international donor agencies, and the private sector
• Strong interpersonal, writing, and oral presentation skills 
• Familiarity with the political, social, and cultural context in Colombia a plus 
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity 
• Fluency in Spanish and English required

Application Instructions: 

Send electronic submissions to ColombiaCSORecruit@Chemonics.com by November 7, 2013. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.

In addition, please download and complete Chemonics’ equal employment opportunity self-identification form and submit it separately to EEOselfidentify@chemonics.com with only "Colombia civil society strengthening activity - COP" in the subject line. If you prefer not to disclose your sex, race, or ethnicity, you may check “I do not wish to complete the information requested.” Thank you for completing the form and supporting our equal employment opportunity reporting requirements.

 

Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.