Chief of Party Vacancy-Job Ref: ACYEFHI360/2301/202416

Chief of Party Vacancy-Job Ref: ACYEFHI360/2301/202416
Sana’a (Yemen)
JOB DESCRIPTION
USAID Yemen My Education Activity (Taleemi Activity)
FHI 360 is a global development organization, with a rigorous, evidence-based approach to human development. Our team of professionals includes experts in education, health, nutrition, economic development, civil society, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from over 60 offices with more than 4,000 employees in the United States and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at all levels and our multi-disciplinary approach allows us to have a lasting impact on the people, communities and countries we serve by improving the lives of millions.

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Chief of Party for the upcoming USAID Yemen My Education Activity (Taleemi Activity). This position will be based in Adenand requires travel to other locations in the South ofYemen. The position is contingent upon award.

The duty station is designated as extreme risk and poses a heightened risk or direct threat to personal safety. FHI 360 has implemented mitigation measures and policies to ensure staff safety in coordination with FHI 360 Global Security. Applicants should research this location and the associated risks before applying.

Project Description
The goal of the USAID My Education Activity (Taleemi Activity) is to improve outcomes for out of-school children and youth through inclusive, high quality non-formal education in Yemen.This activity will ensure that out-of-school children and youth in Yemen transition into the formal education system; obtain certification of completion that will benefit them if they are not able to re-enter formal school; or benefit from pathways to training and economic opportunities after completion of NFE programming. The activity includes the following results:

Increased enrollment and retention of out-of-school children and youth in community responsive, safe, and adequately resourced environments
Out of school children and youth acquire foundational and life skills for transitioning into formal schools or entering the workforce
Improved implementation and management of non-formal education programs
The activity will be implemented in the South of Yemen in coordination with the Internationally Recognized Government of Yemen.

Position Description
The Chief of Partyis responsible for providing overall leadership, management oversight, and technical direction for the program, ensuring an integrated vision across components and actors, with a focus on achieving the results defined in the award. The Chief of Party’s responsibilitiesinclude managing the annual work plan and budgeting process; creating/developing an effective project management team; applying adaptive management principles to ensure activities respond to changes in the operating environment, includingunforseen crises and opportunities; overseeing an effective monitoring and evaluation system; and coordinating activities and sub-grantees to achieve results.

This individual will be the primary liaison with USAID, other donors, key stakeholders, and other implementing partners. The Chief of Party will be expected to identify issues and risks related to program implementation in a timely manner and suggest appropriate program adjustments.They will supervise activity implementation and ensure activities meet stated goals and reporting requirements. The Chief of Partywill have demonstrated ability to work in complex, conflict affected environments, across different cultures, and manage diverse teams to deliver impact within agreed timelines.

Job Summary/Responsibilities
Provides leadership to the project team, technical and operational aspects of the project, including planning and implementation of the project; ensuring clarity over plans and priorities, and models andfacilitates effective teamwork
Provides technical and managerial leadership, including capacity building to the project
Oversees the development and implementation of program work plans and strategies aligned with donor and government priorities
Collaborates with partner organizations (both public and private), USAID and other USAID/donor-funded projects to achieve the project’s objectives
Coordinates and is responsible for the preparation of the annual work plans, budgets, and annual progress reports, in a timely fashion for submission toUSAID
Ensures high technical standards are used to guide the technical and programmatic aspects of work plans and activities
Supports transition of donor funded activities to sustainable local ownership and financing
Plans, directs, and coordinates activities to ensure that goals and objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters
Establishes project teams and standard operating procedures to meet project goals and ensure compliance with policies
Responsible for induction of project staff, ensuring their familiarity with mandate values, quality standards, policies and program objectives and their individual responsibilities in upholding these standards and policies.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degreein education,public administration, international development, or related field from an accredited university; Master’s degreeor Ph.D. or Ed.D. is highly preferred
Minimum 12years of related experience in increasingly senior roles; at least eight years managing education programs at a senior level (DCOP or COP equivalent); experience working in a non-governmental organization (NGO)
Demonstrated knowledge of USAID rules, regulations, policies, and procedures as they relate to project and program compliance and reporting
Previous experience leading programs in Yemen or similar complex crisis affected countries is required.
Strong knowledge of and experience implementing adaptive management approaches
Strong knowledge of conflict sensitivity and Political Economy Integration into implementation
Strong knowledge of, and commitment to, gender and social equity issues in education; expertise in gender equality and social inclusion preferred
Strong knowledge of non-formal education for older children and youth, teaching and learning material development, assessments, and teacher professional development in Yemen or similar contexts
Experience strengthening local systems, supporting reform, and promoting institutional capacitydevelopment
Relevant management, supervisory, technical experience working with programs that are of a similar scope and scale to this program
Demonstrated leadership, strategic planning, effective organizational development, partnership-building, capacity-building, managerial, teambuilding and communication skills
Proven ability to coordinate and oversee local partner capacity building activities, including technical, managerial and governance capacities
Demonstrated ability to work across different cultures, and manage diverse teams to deliver impact within agreed timelines across a broad geographic area
Proven ability to coordinate with government stakeholders, as well as non-governmental organizations
Experience in the education sector in Yemen or similar contexts
Oral and written fluency required in English and Arabic
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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