Indonesia: Deputy Chief of Party

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology — creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of: Deputy Chief of Party

Description:

FHI 360 is currently recruiting for the position of Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP), for the USAID/Indonesia Inclusive Workforce Development Partnership Initiative. IWPD will support workforce development activities for poor and vulnerable youth in selected provinces in Indonesia. Activities under IWDP will improve access to quality workforce development programs for the poor and vulnerable, increase private sector training opportunities for the poor and vulnerable, and improve the capacity for decision-making at the regional level (provinces and local districts) in support of workforce development for poor and vulnerable youth. The ideal candidate has management and technical experience in the areas of workforce development and economic growth, and has demonstrated experience in capacity development. S/he will also have fluent Bahasa and English.

Indonesian nationals are especially encouraged to apply.

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

The DCOP will support the COP in overseeing project implementation and will have provide technical and management leadership. The Deputy Chief of Party will be based in Jakarta, Indonesia and s/he must be willing to travel to other provinces as required.

• Provide technical and management leadership, develop technical strategies and oversee the design and implementation of the technical assistance to the IWD PIs and stakeholders.


• Oversee the quality of all technical aspects of the Project, including the management of subcontractors and short-term consultants.


• Assist with the management, development and monitoring of PI work plans and budgets; ensures appropriate levels of technical assistance for interventions.


• Perform other duties assigned by the COP and represents the project in the absence of the COP.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in international development, education, monitoring and evaluation methodologies or a related field required;


• Minimum 7 years of experience required in the design, management and implementation of international development projects;


• Demonstrated experience required in performance monitoring, tracking data quality, data management, and/or training in performance management topics


• Demonstrated ability to manage projects, consultants, set realistic priorities, and plan for the successful implementation of programs required.


• Demonstrated ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, subcontractors, consultants, and recipients of assistance required.


• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Bahasa Indonesia required.

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
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